The UK remains a prime destination for global investment, and we are seeing the return of transactional appetite for mid-market UK logistics businesses.
International Logistics Group acquires Global Freight SolutionsIndustry-leading e-commerce fulfilment specialists, ILG, part of Japanese Yusen Logistics acquired GFS, accelerating the development of its multi-carrier ECM platform and leveraging the capabilities and infrastructure of the wider group to provide B2B and B2C customers globally. | HIG Capital acquires DX GroupPE firm HIG capital took DX Group through a public-to-private transaction, for an aggregate consideration of £307m. Tobias Borkowski (Managing Director – HIG) was quoted as saying: “We have been impressed with DX’s growth trajectory underpinned by the supportive market trends, as well as the Company’s commitment to high customer service levels.” |
EFS Global acquires three companiesEFS Global acquired pallet and parcel distribution specialists Leeds Parcel Company, Pass the Parcel and YDL, expanding the group to over 25 portfolio companies. Jordan Kellet (Director - EFS Global) was quoted as saying “We begin 2024 with the incredibly exciting acquisition of these well-known and reputable companies. I am thrilled that we have managed to get our largest acquisition to date over the line, plugging some key areas of the country in North and West Yorkshire.” | Wincanton acquires InvarAmidst international interest to take Wincanton private, Wincanton acquired the UK specialist warehouse execution software, automation and controls provider, Invar.
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