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Carousel acquires Ireland’s Alltrans

[ April 5, 2023   //   Chris Lewis ]

Time-critical logistics firm Carousel Logistics has acquired Dublin-based Alltrans.

The two companies have already integrated their IT and operational systems, are now investing in additional sites at Dublin airport.

Carousel UK managing director, Andrew Lowery (pictured) said the move would give more flexibility and swifter fulfilment of parts and products between Ireland and mainland Europe.

Carousel provides end-to-end solutions for aftermarket, spare parts, returns management, medical logistics, agricultural, construction, and the automotive sectors. Services offered include nationwide next-day coverage, same-day domestic services, international ad-hoc services, and breakbulk distribution.

Lowery added: “The multiple rotations we have operating from Europe into Ireland, reflects the dynamic market we operate in and exemplifies our ambition to become Europe’s leading time-critical in-night logistics operator.

“Full in-house handling and Customs clearance capabilities, together with our ability to offer the most competitive late cut-off times, ensure a time-critical service that is second to none.”

 “The success of the acquisition of Alltrans and subsequent rapid IT integration has led us to create a model template for future acquisitions and integrations,” Lowery continues.

“This puts us in an excellent position to capitalise on this momentum and continue expanding operations across Europe.”

Carousel recently signed a joint venture with Polish logistics specialist ILS in March.