M&A Deal Summary

Universal Logistics Holdings Acquires Linc Logistics

On July 26, 2012, Universal Logistics Holdings acquired transportation company Linc Logistics for 335M USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Universal Logistics Holdings’ 1st transaction in the Transportation sector.
  • This is Universal Logistics Holdings’ largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is Universal Logistics Holdings’ 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Universal Logistics Holdings’ 1st transaction in Michigan.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2012-07-26
Target Linc Logistics
Sector Transportation
Buyer(s) Universal Logistics Holdings
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 335M USD
Advisor(s) Stifel, Nicolaus & Co., Inc. (Financial)
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett (Legal)

Target

Linc Logistics

Warren, Michigan, United States
LINC Logistics Company is a provider of mission-critical third-party logistics solutions that allow its customers and clients to reduce costs and manage their global supply chains more efficiently. LINC offers a comprehensive suite of supply chain logistics services, including value-added, transportation and specialized services. LINC's value-added logistics services include material handling and consolidation, sequencing and sub-assembling, kitting and repacking, and returnable container management.

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Buyer

Universal Logistics Holdings

Warren, Michigan, United States
Category Company
Founded 1932
Sector Transportation
Employees9,311
Revenue 1.7B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION

Universal Logistics Holdings is a provider of transportation services to shippers. Universal's trucking services include both flatbed and dry van operations and Universal provides rail-truck and steamship-truck intermodal support services. Universal Logistics Holdings was founded in 1932 and is based in Warren, Michigan.

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Overall 1 of 8
Sector (Transportation) 1 of 8
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 7
State (Michigan) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 1 of 8
Year (2012) 1 of 1
Size (of disclosed) 1 of 7
FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2018-02-02 Fore Transportation

Harvey, Illinois, United States

Fore Transportation, Inc. is a provider of intermodal logistics solutions, including local and regional drayage services, yard services, chassis rental, and repair and maintenance. Fore Transportation, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is based in Harvey, Illinois.

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