Worldwide Logistics Group Acquires P. W. Bellingall

New Water Capital Acquires Bulk Lift International and Bagwell Supply

November 1, 2022

Manufacturing

Private equity firm New Water Capital completed acquisitions of Bulk Lift International LLC and Bagwell Supply Ltd., combining two North American designers, manufacturers and distributors of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs) and complementary packaging products. The transactions expand the combined company's manufacturing and distribution footprint across the United States, Canada and Mexico and mark additional platform/add-on activity for New Water Capital Fund II.

PLS Logistics Services Acquires D&L Transport

September 20, 2021

Logistics & Distribution

PLS Logistics Services, a technology-driven third-party logistics provider based in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, has acquired D&L Transport, a freight brokerage headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. D&L will operate as an independent subsidiary with Brian DeFrain remaining president, and PLS expects the transaction to increase its annual revenue run rate to $950 million (with a projected ~$1.2 billion in 2022).

Mullen Group Acquires ContainerWorld Forwarding Services

January 17, 2024

Logistics & Distribution

Mullen Group Ltd. has acquired Richmond, British Columbia-based ContainerWorld Forwarding Services Inc., adding a leading beverage-alcohol-focused logistics provider to its network. ContainerWorld will operate as an independent, wholly owned subsidiary, with founder Dennis Chrismas remaining in his role; the business is expected to generate roughly CAD 150 million in annualized revenue and expand Mullen's reach in Western Canada.

LongueVue Capital Invests in RBW Logistics

March 16, 2023

Transportation

LongueVue Capital has recapitalized RBW Logistics and partnered with CEO Frank Anderson to provide growth capital to fund the company's expansion throughout the Southeastern United States. Headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, RBW operates nine facilities across Georgia and South Carolina (over 2 million sq ft) and employs 200+ people, offering warehousing, fulfillment, and value‑added 3PL services to blue‑chip customers in consumer staples, industrials, and durable goods markets.

Wagner Logistics Acquires Fulcrum Logistics

December 14, 2023

Logistics & Distribution

Wagner Logistics, a North Kansas City-based third‑party logistics provider, has acquired Fulcrum Logistics, Inc., a Portland, Oregon regional warehousing specialist focused on food and beverage storage and handling. Fulcrum will operate as a division of Wagner, expanding Wagner's capabilities and customer relationships in the food and beverage sector.

Berkshire Partners Makes Strategic Investment in RJW Logistics Group

December 3, 2024

Transportation

Boston-based private equity firm Berkshire Partners has made a strategic (majority) investment in RJW Logistics Group, a Woodridge, Illinois–based provider of retail logistics and consolidation services for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. RJW CEO Kevin Williamson and other management will remain significant investors, and prior investor Mason Wells will remain a minority holder; the deal is intended to support RJW's growth, innovation and geographic expansion.