Trinity Logistics Acquires Granite Logistics
January 5, 2026
Trinity Logistics has completed the full acquisition of Granite Logistics, bringing the longtime freight agent partner into its organization and adding two Regional Service Centers in Sartell and Minneapolis, Minnesota. The deal brings approximately 135 team members into Trinity and expands its specialized capabilities in flatbed, over-dimensional, and heavy-haul freight across the Upper Midwest.
- Buyers
- Trinity Logistics
- Targets
- Granite Logistics
- Sellers
- Jeff Smiens, Pat Lynch
- Industry
- Logistics & Distribution
- Location
- Minnesota, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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