Tracked deals
78
78 tracked deals across 2006-2026.
Tracked deals
78
78 tracked deals across 2006-2026.
Buyer mix
Mixed buyer set
68 strategic · 37 pe
Top trend
Volume peaked in 2024
16 tracked deals announced in 2024.
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| Buyer | # Deals | Focus | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian Fleet Services | 2 | Provider and consolidator of towing, recovery, and specia... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| Hudson Valley Parking Trust | 2 | Global parking acquisition platform led by parking vetera... | Strategic |
| Leviate Air Group | 2 | Texas-based private aviation company offering global airc... | Strategic |
| Mill Point Capital LLC | 2 | Private equity firm focused on control investments in low... | PE |
| The Broe Group | 2 | Privately held, multi-billion-dollar investment group wit... | PE |
| Vehicle Management Solutions LLC | 2 | Provider of end-to-end vehicle management solutions inclu... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| Volara Motorsports Group | 2 | Austin-based enthusiast automotive and powersports holdin... | Strategic |
| A-Z Bus Sales, Inc. | 1 | Employee-owned transportation dealer-distributor speciali... | Strategic |
| AMCS | 1 | Provider of sustainability and operational software for r... | Strategic |
| AMPORTS | 1 | North American port operator and automotive services prov... | Strategic |
Last 8 years
Supporting Data
Apollo-managed funds acquired a significant interest in Atlantic Aviation via a strategic partnership with KKR, valuing the aviation infrastructure platform at nearly $10 billion. KKR-managed funds will remain a substantial shareholder, and Apollo said it sees additional growth opportunities from investing in the existing platform and expanding into new markets.
Arrive Logistics has entered into a definitive agreement under which Mubadala Capital will acquire a majority equity interest in the North American truckload brokerage. The investment is expected to support Arrive’s next phase of growth through expanded service offerings, talent acquisition, and technology innovation, including its ARRIVEnow transportation management system.
Velocity FBO Network, backed by Tallvine Partners, announced the acquisition of SkyPlace FBO, an FBO serving San Antonio International Airport in Texas. The deal marks Velocity’s sixth location and expands its geographically diversified North American fixed-base operator platform.
Omega Holdings acquired the automotive aftermarket electronic components business of Wells Vehicle Electronics, L.P. The deal is intended to expand Omega’s capabilities in the vehicle electronics category and improve areas such as time in transit, fill rates, pricing, and quality assurances. The acquired aftermarket business will continue to operate as a standalone business under the Omega Holdings group.
Rush Enterprises signed an agreement to form a 50%-owned joint venture with MCT Companies, a Carrier Transicold dealer group in the United States. The joint venture will operate MCT’s network of 17 full-service Carrier Transicold dealerships and 3 mobile service locations across multiple refrigerated freight states, with closing expected in the third quarter of 2026.
Road Warrior Parts & Service, a national distributor of aftermarket heavy-duty truck and trailer parts and provider of repair services, announced the completion of multiple acquisitions. The company added LASCO Heavy Duty, Mid-States Tire & Retread, and Colton Truck Terminal Garage to expand its distribution network and repair/service capabilities, including adding a mobile repair business line.
Bristow Group Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Berry Aviation, Inc. from Acorn Capital Management for $105 million in an all-cash transaction. The deal is expected to close in Q3 2026 and is intended to expand Bristow’s U.S. government services offerings with special missions, ISR, MRO, training, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) capabilities.
Volara Motorsports Group, an Austin-based enthusiast motorsports and powersports holding company, announced it has acquired Monday Motorbikes, an early electric lifestyle mobility brand. The deal expands Volara into the electric two-wheel market, with Monday Motorbikes to operate as an independent subsidiary while gaining access to Volara’s operational infrastructure, capital, marketing execution, and global distribution.
Volara Motorsports Group acquired Austin-based Lynx Motor Works, a limited-production, commissioned vehicle manufacturer focused on reimagined classic supercars with motorsport-inspired engineering. Under Volara’s ownership, Lynx will operate independently while gaining access to Volara’s finance, operations, marketing, and worldwide distribution capabilities to scale globally.
Suntex Marina Investors LLC, via a joint venture with Centerbridge Partners, merged with Windward Marina Group’s Florida marina portfolio, adding 13 marinas and more than 3,000 slips. The combined network exceeds 100 marinas nationwide, including 34 locations across Florida.
Monomoy Capital Partners entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Jiffy Lube International, Inc. from Pennzoil Quaker State Company DBA SOPUS Products, a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell USA, Inc. The deal is valued at approximately $1.3 billion and will be acquired by an affiliate of Monomoy through its Fund V.
Redwood Logistics, a modern fourth-party logistics (4PL) provider, announced it has acquired EELCO, a Laredo, Texas-based customs brokerage and warehousing provider with more than 30 years of U.S.–Mexico border experience. The deal expands Redwood’s cross-border platform with licensed customs brokerage, Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) warehousing, and an enhanced warehousing footprint at the Port of Laredo.
AMPORTS, a North American port operator and automotive services provider, acquired the operations of the Red Hook ConRo Terminal at Port Freeport, expanding its stevedoring and terminal services to the Gulf Coast. The purchase completes AMPORTS' coast-to-coast stevedoring footprint and transfers the existing Port Freeport operations and staff to AMPORTS.
Cando Rail & Terminals completed the acquisition of the Channelview rail terminal and associated operations from Texas Deepwater Partners, a joint venture formed by USD Group LLC and Pinto Realty Partners. The purchase gives Cando its first U.S. terminal on the Houston Ship Channel — a multi-customer, multi-purpose facility with existing capacity for 900 railcars and room for future expansion.
World Kinect Corporation (NYSE: WKC) completed the acquisition of the Trip Support Services (TSS) division of Universal Weather and Aviation, expanding its aviation service capabilities and complementing its core fuel business. The transaction is expected to be approximately 7% accretive to adjusted EPS in year one and to deliver about $15 million of annual net cost synergies by the end of year two.
Leviate Air Group, a Dallas-based private aviation operator, has acquired the business operations of Vault Aviation, LLC, a Texas-based private aviation services provider serving sports, entertainment and high-net-worth clients. The deal expands Leviate's client base and capabilities in VIP charter, aircraft management and aircraft sales, with integration and continuity plans underway.
Vehicle Management Solutions (VMS), a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital, has acquired Dynamic Towing Holdings, a leading private-property impound towing operator in Dallas and North Texas. The transaction is an add-on to VMS’s platform strategy to deepen its footprint and integrate Dynamic’s operations into VMS’s technology-enabled vehicle management and parking services network.
Isomeric Industries Inc., a Big Spring, Texas-based supplier of oilfield and industrial chemicals, has acquired Big Spring Rail Systems, Inc., effective September 15, 2025. The purchase — which transfers operation of approximately 8 miles of rail line in Howard County, Texas — will allow Isomeric to reduce raw-material logistics costs and support broader industrial development around Big Spring Airport through a new subsidiary, Isomeric Development Corporation.
Menzies Aviation (Agility Global company) has signed a deal to acquire U.S.-based aviation services provider G2 in a transaction valued at $305 million. The acquisition expands Menzies’ U.S. footprint and passenger services offering across major U.S. airline hubs; G2 is expected to rebrand as Menzies.
Littlejohn & Co., a Greenwich-based private investment firm, has acquired RailPros from Court Square Capital Partners. RailPros, headquartered in Irving, Texas, provides outsourced engineering, safety, project and construction management, and training services to rail, utilities and transportation clients across North America; Littlejohn plans to support the company's organic growth and strategic M&A expansion.
EQT announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Eagle Railcar Services, a North America-based provider of regulatorily mandated railcar repair and maintenance services. The deal is expected to close in Q2 2025 and EQT plans to partner with Eagle’s management to support growth, operational excellence, automation/digitization, and geographic expansion.
Miles Ahead Brands, a family of aggregate distribution companies based in Tampa, has acquired CKJ Transport, a family-owned aggregate hauling company headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The acquisition expands Miles Ahead Brands' presence in the Texas market and integrates CKJ's specialized hauling capabilities into its connected network for construction materials distribution.
Epika Fleet Services, a nationwide fleet maintenance platform headquartered in Nashville, has acquired C&R Fleet Services, a Dallas-based mobile fleet maintenance provider founded in 2020. The add-on expands Epika’s coast-to-coast service coverage and strengthens its mobile technician-led maintenance capabilities in key U.S. logistics markets.
Guardian Fleet Services has acquired Texas Auto Carriers, Inc. (TAC) and its affiliated brands Ironcat, LLC and Wheelcat Logistics, LLC, expanding Guardian's towing, recovery, and specialized transportation capabilities in Southern Texas and adding a San Antonio hub. Founders Ford and LouAnn Wagner will remain through a transition and then move into advisory roles.
Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) has acquired Texas-based XBL Holdings (operating as Xcel Bulk Logistics), a dry bulk transportation, storage and logistics provider headquartered in Weatherford, Texas. The deal — from PE owner Lilium Group — adds XBL's drivers, operational staff, tractors, trailers, storage silos and terminals to KAG's growing dry bulk platform; financial terms were not disclosed.
Martin Resource Management Corporation (MRMC) entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire all outstanding common units of Martin Midstream Partners L.P. (MMLP) not already owned by MRMC and its subsidiaries. The all-cash deal values each Public Common Unit at $4.02, representing a 34.0% premium to MRMC’s May 24, 2024 proposal price.
Leviate Air Group has acquired a majority interest in Chairman Aviation, bringing Chairman's fleet and operations under closer management while maintaining its own air carrier certificate. The deal expands Leviate's service offerings and fleet mix (including additional Citation X, Citation X+ and Citation CJ3+ aircraft) to better serve high-net-worth and corporate clients.
AMCS, the Ireland‑headquartered provider of sustainability and operations software for resource‑intensive industries, has acquired Qv21 Technologies, an Austin‑based fleet management and logistics SaaS provider for short‑haul and bulk commodity transportation, for an undisclosed amount. The deal expands AMCS’s transportation management capabilities and North American footprint, enabling enhanced logistics, workflow automation and sustainability outcomes for customers in waste, recycling and bulk materials transport.
Callaway Hudson Partners (CalHudson), a partnership between Hudson Valley Parking Trust and Callaway Capital Management, has acquired Platinum Parking, a Dallas-based full-service parking management company operating roughly 300 locations. The acquisition expands CalHudson's geographic footprint into high-growth markets and strengthens its platform capabilities in the parking services sector.
The Broe Group and Hudson Valley Parking Trust have jointly acquired 100% of Dallas-based Platinum Parking, adding more than 100,000 spaces across 300 locations and expanding the partners into 19 new markets across six states. The deal builds Hudson Valley Parking Trust's national parking platform and follows the partners' recent acquisition of ICON Parking, combining Broe's real estate expertise with HVPT's parking operations and technology capabilities.
Tarantula Corporation, the railroad holding company that owns Fort Worth & Western Railroad, acquired the 26-mile Texas Central Railroad from Birdsong Corporation, with the purchase finalized on June 30. The acquisition gives Fort Worth & Western Railroad (FWWR) ownership rights enabling substantial investments in maintenance, infrastructure upgrades and development of rail-served sites to improve service capabilities for regional customers.
Tide Rock, an unlevered buyout firm, has acquired Premier LogiTech, a Dallas-based provider of integrated technology logistics and lifecycle services. The acquisition adds warehousing, asset management, configuration, repair/refurbishment, fulfillment and reverse-logistics capabilities to Tide Rock's portfolio; Premier also acquired the global license for Motorola networking products as part of the deal.
Bestpass-Fleetworthy Solutions has acquired Drivewyze, combining the largest toll management and weigh station bypass providers to create an integrated suite for tolling, weigh station bypass, safety, and compliance for commercial fleets. The deal will keep Drivewyze operating under its brand while accelerating product innovation, improving customer support, and offering a more comprehensive set of services to fleets and government partners. Terms were not disclosed.
Sojitz Corporation, through its U.S. arm Sojitz Corporation of America, has acquired full ownership of Washamerica Inc. (brand: BW Services), a Texas-based railcar (tank car) repair and qualification services provider. The acquisition expands Sojitz's railcar repair network into the Southern U.S., strengthening its North American MRO and leasing footprint and supporting service offerings for major U.S. oil and chemical customers.
America's Group (America's Auto Auction) acquired Corpus Christi Auto Auction from BA&W Enterprises Ownership Group. The acquisition expands America's footprint in Texas — Corpus Christi AA includes a 20-acre facility with a four-lane auction arena, reconditioning and mechanical services — and follows the company's recent purchase of San Antonio Auto Auction.
Trivest Partners has partnered with and acquired a stake in Star Shuttle, a San Antonio-based motorcoach and bus operator founded and run by the Walker family. Trivest will provide capital and operational resources to help Star Shuttle accelerate growth and scale its passenger transportation services across Texas while the Walker family remains in leadership roles.
Quantix, a Wind Point Partners portfolio company, has acquired Space City Services, a regional transporter of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and waste materials across the Gulf Coast. The deal expands Quantix's chemical and waste materials transportation capabilities and is the eleventh acquisition for Quantix under Wind Point's ownership.
The Home Depot entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SRS Distribution, a leading residential specialty trade distributor serving professional roofers, landscapers, and pool contractors, for approximately $18.25 billion enterprise value. The deal increases Home Depot’s addressable pro market and expands its specialty trade distribution capabilities across multiple verticals. The acquisition was completed on June 18, 2024.
Zipline Logistics, a Columbus-based 3PL focused on consumer-packaged goods and backed by private equity firm Frontenac, has acquired Summit Eleven, a multi-modal transportation provider headquartered in Austin, Texas. The add-on expands Zipline's temperature-controlled and flatbed capabilities and strengthens its retail/CPG logistics footprint.
Kenco, a Chattanooga-based third-party logistics provider, has acquired Dallas-based The Shippers Group in a transaction that adds 3.8 million square feet of warehousing across eight sites in Florida, Georgia and Texas. The deal expands Kenco's capacity, geographic reach and co-packaging/fulfillment capabilities; terms were not disclosed.
Wesco Group has acquired English Color & Supply, a super-regional distributor of automotive paint, equipment and supplies based in Richardson, Texas, from WestView Capital Partners. The transaction expands Wesco's footprint in the southern and central United States; terms were not disclosed.
Guardian Fleet Services has acquired Euless B&B Wrecker Service, marking Guardian's first location in Texas and continuing its roll-up expansion beyond Florida. The Chesney family (Andy & Debi) will remain involved in leadership, and Backcast Partners provided follow-on investment to support the acquisition as part of Guardian's platform growth strategy.
CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc. has acquired Mansfield, Texas-based BCB Transport, a privately held trucking and logistics operator. The deal adds BCB's asset-light capacity and safety-focused operations to CRST's Capacity Solutions business to deepen customer relationships and expand capacity in dense transportation corridors.
GXO Logistics, Inc. completed its acquisition of PFSweb, Inc., a tech-enabled eCommerce order fulfillment platform, for $7.50 per share in cash. The deal adds PFSweb’s payments/fraud protection, customer care, and distributed order orchestration capabilities and expands GXO’s exposure to high-growth eCommerce verticals across North America and Europe.
Mondee Holdings, Inc. has acquired Skypass Travel, Inc. for approximately $15 million in a cash-and-stock transaction (including $3 million cash and the remainder in Mondee stock at $10 per share, with potential additional stock upon achievement of growth targets). Skypass, a U.S.-based wholesale and corporate travel services provider with corporate clients across the U.S., Europe and India and 2022 revenue of $45 million, will be integrated into Mondee's digital travel marketplace to expand Mondee's corporate bookings, supplier contract access and additional platform features.
Forward Air Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to combine with Omni Logistics in a cash-and-stock transaction to create a scaled expedited LTL logistics provider. Omni shareholders were to receive $150 million in cash plus Forward stock and preferred stock, with the deal expected to close in the second half of 2023.
Vehicle Management Solutions LLC (a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital) acquired Integrity Parking Management, a Denton, Texas-based private property impound (PPI) and towing operator serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. The deal is an add-on to VMS' Dallas operations to expand its PPI capabilities, leverage VMS' storage and auction infrastructure, and drive additional revenue from Integrity's apartment/association customer base.
PSC Group, a portfolio company of Aurora Capital Partners, has acquired the assets of Steel Line Rail Services LLC, a mobile railcar repair, inspection and valve maintenance provider founded in Marshall, Texas. The acquisition expands PSC's railcar repair and mobile service capabilities and broadens its geographic footprint across the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
The Sterling Group and Capitol Meridian Partners have agreed to acquire PrimeFlight Aviation Services from funds managed by Carlyle in a 50/50 partnership; financial terms were not disclosed and the deal is expected to close by Q3 2023. Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, PrimeFlight operates roughly 235 stations globally and employs about 12,000 people, providing ground handling, fueling, deicing, GSE maintenance and other airport services to airlines, airports and cargo operators.
Softeon has acquired warehouse technology and implementation firm GetUsROI LLC and its AttunedLabs software development arm to integrate next-generation composable integration and orchestration tools into Softeon’s WMS/WES portfolio. The deal brings GetUsROI’s LUCA open supply chain execution platform and implementation expertise into Softeon, expanding its integration, UI/analytics and systems-integration capabilities to accelerate deployments across robotics, goods-to-person and other materials-handling systems.
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Find buyers actively acquiring transportation companies.
The page highlights a mix of aviation services, logistics (including 4PL and customs brokerage), port and terminal operations, rail terminals, and vehicle-related aftermarket and mobility businesses.
Recurring buyer names include Guardian Fleet Services, Volara Motorsports Group, Vehicle Management Solutions LLC, Mill Point Capital LLC, Mondee Holdings, Inc., A-Z Bus Sales, Inc., White Wolf Capital, and DCCM.
Yes. Bristow Group Inc. plans to acquire Berry Aviation, Inc., World Kinect Corporation completed an acquisition of Universal Weather & Aviation’s Trip Support Services division, and Leviate Air Group acquired Vault Aviation, LLC.
They do. Infrastructure-focused deals include port/terminal and rail terminal acquisitions (AMPORTS and Cando Rail & Terminals). Cross-border logistics is represented by Redwood Logistics’ acquisition of EELCO in Laredo.