EFL Global acquires Locher Evers International

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Logistics company EFL Global has acquired Canadian firm Locher Evers International (LEI).

With over 47 years of experience, LEI offers airfreight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, rail service, warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, domestic trucking, and drayage.

The acquisition of LEI expands EFL Global’s footprint in the Canadian market and strengthens its capabilities to provide end-to-end logistics solutions to customers across various industries.

“We are excited to welcome LEI to the EFL family and look forward to working together to deliver exceptional logistics solutions to our customers,” said Bill Wilkening, chief operating officer of EFL Global.

“This acquisition is a significant milestone in our growth strategy, and we are committed to investing in the Canadian market and expanding our global reach.”

“We are excited to be joining the EFL Global family, which strengthens our ability to compete in the ever changing market, and allows us to provide even more in-house service offerings to our valued clients,” said Chris Locher, managing director of LEI.

The acquisition of LEI is effective immediately, and the company will operate as a subsidiary of EFL Global.

The management team and employees of LEI will remain in their current roles.

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