Mergers & Acquisitions: Page

  • A U.S. Xpress Enterprises' tractor-trailer on I-95 southbound in Virginia in 2023.
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    US Xpress votes to approve Knight-Swift acquisition

    On Monday, U.S. Xpress filed a delisting notice, and its stock stopped trading on the New York Stock Exchange.

    By • Updated July 5, 2023
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    Online Transport Inc. acquires Mustang Express

    The deal provides access to a Southwestern U.S. terminal creating opportunities to freight from Mexico to the Midwest.

    By • June 26, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    Retrieved from Premier Truck Group on June 15, 2023
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    Penske Automotive Group acquires Canada-based truck dealerships

    Transolutions Truck Centres sells and services Freightliner, Western Star and used Daimler vehicles in Winnipeg.

    By • June 15, 2023
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    Retrieved from RIST Transport Ltd. on June 09, 2023
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    RIST Transport acquires AMA Transportation

    The deal will allow the carriers to expand direct service routes in New England, improve customer service and boost technology offerings.

    By • June 9, 2023
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    Private equity-backed company acquires long-haul waste carrier

    Bulk Express Transport, backed by Alterna Equity Partners, purchased Attaway Hauling.

    By Cole Rosengren • June 7, 2023
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    Cummins to acquire 2 commercial vehicle manufacturing plants

    The purchase of the sites from global auto supplier Faurecia will help Cummins secure key supplies long-term and advance efforts for net-zero emissions.

    By • June 1, 2023
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    Geodis buys Southern Companies, bolstering drayage services

    The transport and logistics company says the addition gives it access to seven ports in the southern U.S.

    By • May 31, 2023
  • U.S. Xpress Enterprises tractor-trailer on I-95 in Virginia in May 2023.
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    US Xpress shareholder sues to temporarily halt merger

    A legal complaint seeks to postpone a June 29 vote until more financial information is provided.    

    By • May 30, 2023
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    Retrieved from US Xpress on May 18, 2023
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    US Xpress’ Eric Fuller to take job at business accelerator

    With the new position, the seasoned trucking executive will focus his efforts on recruiting and mentoring entrepreneurs on a national scale.  

    By • May 22, 2023
  • A Heartland Express truck takes a trip on the road.
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    Heartland works to improve efficiencies of newly acquired assets

    The carrier’s operating ratio rose to 93.1% in Q1, putting further stress on a decades-long average in the low 80s.

    By • May 11, 2023
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    Penske to acquire Star Truck Rentals in second deal this year

    The company operates more than 1,900 vehicles from 18 locations throughout Michigan and Indiana.

    By • May 2, 2023
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    Covenant buys Arkansas-based poultry carrier for $100M

    The carrier bought Lew Thompson & Son Trucking and its approximately 225 trucks, with plans to expand the company's service reach.

    By • May 1, 2023
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    Retrieved from Siemens Transportation Group on May 01, 2023
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    TFI acquires 2 LTL carriers

    Siemens Transportation Group and Hot Line Freight Systems are part of a $300 million M&A and buyback strategy this year.

    By • May 1, 2023
  • The Teamsters National Freight Industry Negotiating Committee kicked off negotiations with ABF Freight in March.
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    Retrieved from International Brotherhood of Teamsters on April 20, 2023
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    ‘Too busy with the storm’: TFI says Teamsters talks delay possible ArcBest acquisition

    Despite the slowdown in progress, the carrier noted an acquisition "of size" could come later this year.

    By • April 28, 2023
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    Courtesy of Knight-Swift
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    How Knight-Swift’s deal with US Xpress unfolded

    Industry lawyer Mark Scudder played a pivotal role in bringing the two carriers toward the sale, according to a securities filing.

    By • April 28, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Rooted in Richmond: How Virginia’s capital spawned 3 LTL giants

    The often-intertwined histories of Overnite Transportation Co., Old Dominion Freight Line and Estes Express Lines offer lessons to today’s fleet executives.

    By , • April 4, 2023
  • A U.S. Xpress truck drives northbound on I-95 in Virginia in January 2023.
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    US Xpress HQ slated to remain following Knight-Swift deal

    Executives said retaining the Chattanooga, Tennessee location would minimize disruption.

    By • April 3, 2023
  • Swift freight is hauled southbound on I-95 in Virginia in January 2023.
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    What Knight-Swift deal means for its future M&A prospects

    Experts say the acquisition illustrates the prime market conditions for network expansion right now.

    By , • March 27, 2023
  • A U.S. Xpress truck drives northbound on I-95 in Virginia in January 2023.
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    US Xpress subsidiary will remain separate following Knight-Swift deal

    Total Transportation of Mississippi will retain its brand, operations and workers once the acquisition closes.

    By • March 23, 2023
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    Banking instability could affect trucking

    Faltering institutions or any pullback in lending could change fleet operations and the profile of M&A deals in the industry.

    By • March 23, 2023
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    Knight-Swift unveils new leadership for US Xpress as part of deal

    Swift Transportation executives will take the reins of the acquired company as the Fuller family transitions out of executive roles.

    By • March 21, 2023
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    Courtesy of ArcBest
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    Terminals would be central to any TFI acquisition of ArcBest, M&A expert says

    Adding ABF Freight’s 240 facilities would be “a really smart play,” said Spencer Tenney, a trucking industry consultant.

    By • March 21, 2023
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    Knight-Swift moves to buy US Xpress for over $800M

    The carrier's board of directors approved a plan Monday, according to a securities filing, and the deal could close in Q2 or Q3.

    By • Updated March 21, 2023
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    R&R Express buys Load to Ride

    The Pittsburgh-based LTL and truckload carrier says the acquisition opens door to West Coast opportunities.

    By • March 20, 2023
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    Big G Express acquires transportation, warehousing company

    The employee-owner carrier said purchasing the fellow Tennessee company allows it to gain market share with blue-chip automotive customers.

    By • March 8, 2023