LOCATION:
Belgium, Germany or The Netherlands

OPERATIONS:
Customs clearance
Warehousing
Distribution

OVERVIEW:
A leading global supply chain business looking to acquire an established customs broker / clearance company in Benelux.

The ideal company will have a warehousing / cross dock facility and be experienced in Fiscal procedures and documentation.

It would also be a distinct advantage if the directors were either looking to remain or have a clear succession plan for exit.

KEY FEATURES SOUGHT:

• Customs clearance
• Brokerage Fiscal documentation warehousing facility
• Established & profitable
• Directors looking to remain or clear succession plan for exit

enquiries@freightmergers.com   |  +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AJF0903

LOCATION:
America

OVERVIEW:

Freight Mergers is currently sourcing acquisition opportunities for a global freight forwarder who have a broad criteria and are focusing on the freight SME market across America.

ACQUISITION CRITERIA:
• Turnover $10m – $100m
• Location: America
• 2nd tier management in place
• Customs brokerage
• Warehousing
• International & Domestic

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
JP1LA

LOCATION:
LA, California

OVERVIEW:

Our client is an established freight forwarder, based in North America, with a long history of success and well known in the industry for operational excellence. The client is in the market looking for a single entity operation to become part of their network. With an existing customer base within the LA Basin, acquiring an existing operation in Los Angeles would allow for unmatched growth and opportunity for both parties.

Our client celebrates decades of long-standing relationships, offering cost effective service and a history of reliability. With locations coast to coast, over 40 existing branch offices, and partnerships worldwide, our client is interested in bringing you into a stable organization built on family values and entrepreneurial spirit. Our client is registered as a freight forwarder, IAC, NVOCC and licensed customs broker.

The partner should ideally match with a customer focused company culture. The client is willing to provide full back office support which includes financial capabilities, IT systems, operational expertise, procurement, compliance and marketing.

If you are looking to become part of partnership and grow with a larger forwarder, please get in contact.

ACQUISITION CRITERIA:
• Revenue up to $10m
• Employee range of 5 to 20
• Office and warehouse location within the proximity of Los Angeles, CA required
• Single entity operation or independent contract agency require
• Global experience including international and domestic solutions required
• Capability to manage local cartage operation required
• Ability to manage customer relationships and focus on innovative, technology driven, customizable solutions
• Desire to handle global logistics solutions including airfreight, ocean services, domestic transportation, imports/exports, full truck load, LTL, warehousing and distribution
• Strong understanding of local pickup and delivery services

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AJF0279

LOCATION:
Italy or East Coast America

OPERATIONS:
• International freight forwarder
• Sea
• Air
• Road
• Customs house broker

FINANCIALS:
Revenue up to 10 million

OVERVIEW:
Freight Mergers have been tasked with sourcing acquisition opportunities for a boutique international freight forwarder who are looking to expand their operation and strengthen their current service offering. Their preferred criteria are as follows:
• Location: Italy or East Coast America
• Open to directors / owners staying on with business
• Company culture: Customer focused

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AJF0411

LOCATION:
Mexico & other areas of South America

MODES:
• Sea freight – 70%
• Air – 20%
• Road – 10%
Majority Export

MAIN ROUTES:
• South America to Central America
• Asia
• Europe

FINANCIALS (2019):
Turnover: c$40m  |  Operating Profit: c$7.5m  |  EBIT: $1m+

OVERVIEW:
Their performance during the pandemic has increased roughly 10% from last year and they have been on a good growth path for the past few years. They are thinking of selling due to retirement of a shareholder and looking to move on.

ACTIVITY PER COUNTRY:
In all the countries they are freight forwarders with a higher tendency towards container sea freight (70%), but also handle air a trucking. They do little on contract logistics. In all of the countries they are present on Project Cargo, in Mexico they are particularly strong also in reefer container/ perishable cargo.

CONTROLLED BUSINESS:
The controlled business represents around 85- 90% of global Gross Profit. They control the majority of business they handle.

KEY POINTS:

• Est. 10+ years
• Offices across Mexico and other areas of South America
• 100+ employees
• 4 shareholders

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AJF0146

LOCATION:
The Netherlands

MODES/SERVICES:
• Multimodal
• Customs brokerage – Fiscal clearance
• Warehousing

FINANCIALS (2019):
3 shareholders  |  Turnover: €11m  |  Net Profit c€900k

KEY FEATURES:

• The past 10+ years have been strong and are on a good growth path
• Director is happy to stay on for 3-5 years and be part of the new group
• Great opportunity for anyone wanting a hub based in the Netherlands / North-Western Europe
• 1100 m2 warehouse
• 20% – agent controlled
• Asia and Russia
• 50/50 Export and import
• Perishable cargo
• Cool storage facility

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AJF1906

LOCATION:
America

MODES:
• Air
• Sea
• Road

OVERVIEW:
Freight Mergers is currently sourcing acquisition opportunities for a large global freight forwarder as they are looking to expand their current service offering and grow across America. They are happy for the shareholder to either fully exit the business or retain some shares and grow with the new group.

ACQUISITION CRITERIA:

• EBIT $1m+
• International & Domestic
• Open to a 50% – 70% share purchase
• Niche: Healthcare, Retail, White Glove, Aid & Relief & Chemicals (fragrance, flavourings)

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AJF2307

LOCATION:
UK & Ireland (2 shareholders)

MODES:
• Road freight/haulage – 70%
• Ocean freight – 30%

International – 70%
Domestic – 30%

FINANCIALS:
Turnover: c£11m  |  Operating Profit: c£700k  |  Net Profit: c£550k  |  Shareholder’s funds: c£2m

OVERVIEW:
The director is looking at an exit because he has been in the business a long time and feels it is the right time to move on. One shareholders involvement is minimal however, he does overlook the sales and Operation teams but has accounts manager/ops manager/maintenance manager and sales manager in place. Each branch across the UK, Ireland and Central Europe is able to run self-sufficient without huge input from the directors.

KEY FEATURES:

• 2nd tier Management
• Import 70% & Export 30%
• Customs Clearance
• Presence and branch within Continental Europe
• Year on Year growth

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933

REF:
AR0809

LOCATION:
South/South East, UK

SERVICE OFFERING:
• Courier: 160 subcontracted drivers – 75%
• Warehousing: c70,000 sqft (2 sites) – 10%
• Haulage / Pallet Distribution – 15%

FINANCIALS (2019/2020):
Turnover: c£7m  |  Gross Profit: c£940k  |  Net Profit: c£230k

OVERVIEW:
This company has seen great growth over the years due the directors reinvesting the profits which why they have been able to develop their services to offer an all-round package for customers/clients.

Their forward thinking values has driven their business to become a top ranking company within their networks. Over the coming years there is great potential for this company as the directors do have big plans for it however, the reason for a buyer is because they are looking to become part of a larger group as the Managing Director is more hands on in the business and doesn’t see himself as an MD. The ideal scenario would be for the MD to retain shares in the company and grow with the new group.

KEY POINTS:

• 3 Shareholders (not equal)
• Est. 5+ years
• Year on Year growth
• Two Sites

alexander.jones@freightmergers.com   |   +44 (0)1454 275 933