Thoma Bravo to Acquire WWEX Group and Combine With Auctane to Create a Global Logistics Platform

March 3, 2026

Thoma Bravo has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire WWEX Group, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider operating brands including Worldwide Express and GlobalTranz. After the acquisition closes (expected in Q2 2026), Thoma Bravo will combine WWEX Group with its portfolio company Auctane to build a diversified, AI-enabled end-to-end logistics and shipping technology platform.

Buyers
Thoma Bravo
Targets
WWEX Group
Sellers
CVC Capital Partners Fund VIII, Providence Equity Partners, Ridgemont Equity Partners, PSG, Other existing WWEX Group investors (consortium)
Platforms
Auctane
Industry
Transportation
Location
United States
Transaction Type
Buyout

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