OIA Global, a supply chain solutions company, has announced the acquisition of Sandford Freight, a company providing freight forwarding and logistics services, aiming to strengthen its market position.
“This strategic acquisition enhances our competitive strength and underscores our commitment to sustained growth, network expansion, investments in growth verticals, and high-touch customer service,” pointed out Youssef Annali, CFO of OIA Global.
Jeff Barrie, CEO of OIA Global, highlighted the significance of the acquisition, saying, “We are delighted to welcome Sandford Freight into the OIA Global organization. The acquisition aligns with our long-term growth strategy to support our customer’s diverse networks, providing reliable local support. Sandford Freight has an impressive presence in Ireland, and the team has a long history of supporting the unique needs of customers in the electronics, healthcare, and retail and lifestyle vertical markets.”
This acquisition expands OIA Global’s European network to include Ireland, a crucial market for the global industry sectors, and extends its reach to 27 countries with more than 50 owned offices worldwide.
Brían Falvey, managing director of Sandford Freight, stated, “Having spent the last 45 years as a privately owned and managed independent forwarder, Sandford Freight and all our valued staff are to become part of an exciting new adventure presenting many new opportunities within transportation services, contract logistics, packaging design, raw material management, and technology solutions with OIA Global, who are leaders in supply chain management.”
