Beverage logistics: Hillebrand takes over Royal
Hillebrand, a global provider in the forwarding, transport and logistics of beverages and other products that require special care, has acquired the entire business of the warehouse and transportation beverage-only provider Royal Logistics and Royal Service Transport (Royal).
The acquisition of the company based in Baltimore (MD, USA) is part of Hillebrand’s business plan, which commits to growing both organically and through acquisition and to improving customer service. The takeover facilitates that aim, with storage, cross-docking, distribution, drayage and other value-added services now more accessible in the mid- Atlantic and Northeast regions.
Scott Moorad, COO Hillebrand North America says: “This acquisition demonstrates Hillebrand’s commitment to invest in the North American network and to reinforce our services for the beer sector. Royal shares a similar culture and core values with Hillebrand, and both companies serve the same industries.” (mw)