From trucks to trade compliance, logistics firms make strategic buys

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Skip to navigationSkip to main contentSkip to right columnADVERTISEMENTNoi MahoneyWed, June 24, 2026 at 4:55 PM GMT+2 4 min readThree logistics companies announced acquisitions this week aimed at expanding trucking capacity, cross-border services and customs expertise.The deals involve Wisconsin-based AmeriLux Transportation & Logistics, Montreal-based ANDY Corp., and Portland, Oregon-based Imperative Logistics Group, each targeting different segments of the supply chain ecosystem.The transactions underscore how logistics companies are using acquisitions to add specialized capabilities and broaden customer offerings rather than relying solely on organic growth.AmeriLux acquires Dedicated SystemsAmeriLux Transportation & Logistics announced it has acquired Green Bay, Wisconsin-based Dedicated Systems Inc., a family-owned carrier specializing in nationwide transportation and over-dimensional freight hauling.Founded in 1991, Dedicated Systems offers flatbed transportation and oversized freight movements.According to FMCSA records, Dedicated Systems operates 68 power units and employs 70 drivers. The carrier reported more than 6 million miles traveled in 2025.AmeriLux Vice President Marc Leisgang said the transaction positions the company for its next stage of growth and includes plans to relocate transportation offices to Dedicated Systems’ former headquarters in Green Bay.AmeriLux also announced a strategic partnership with Airoldi Brothers, Wisconsin’s largest independent truck leasing company. Under the agreement, Airoldi Brothers will relocate maintenance operations to the former Dedicated Repair facility, creating additional fleet support capabilities.De Pere, Wisconsin-based AmeriLux International started AmeriLux Transportation in 2012, a trucking company with its own drivers and equipment. Today, the AmeriLux family of companies are a full-service freight and third-party logistics provider.ANDY expands transportation networkIn Canada, ANDY Corp. announced the acquisition of the majority of the assets of Transport Express Frontières, a Quebec-based carrier serving customers across North America.As part of the transaction, drivers supporting Transport Express Frontières’ operations will join ANDY, allowing customers to maintain continuity while gaining access to the company’s broader transportation network and technology platform.The acquisition aligns with ANDY’s strategy of expanding transportation, warehousing and integrated supply chain services through targeted investments. Company officials said the addition enhances dependable capacity and dedicated transportation offerings for customers.FMCSA records show Frontiers Express Ltd., operating as Express Frontiere Ltee, maintains eight power units and two drivers focused on cross-border freight transportation between Canada and the U.S.Terms and Privacy PolicyPrivacy & Cookie SettingsMore Info