This agreement concludes AIT's five-year partnership with The Jordan Company (TJC). TJC will retain a stake alongside the executive leadership. During its collaboration with TJC, AIT significantly expanded its international footprint, completing 14 acquisitions and boosting gross revenue by over 300%.
Greenbriar, based in Connecticut, US, specializes in transportation and logistics investments, with over USD 15 billion in committed capital. This investment aligns with AIT's strategic plan to achieve its cultural, financial, and quality objectives by 2030. It also supports organic growth and future mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Vaughn Moore, AIT's Chairman and CEO, stated that this is one of the largest private acquisitions in the global freight forwarding sector. The company plans to continue investing in technology and its workforce, while preserving its independence and existing leadership structure.
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Cargo boxes are transported on a conveyor belt at the logistics center, ready for distribution to various markets. *Photo: Tiero*. |
Greenbriar recognized AIT for its leadership, operational capabilities, and service culture. Amid increasingly complex global supply chains, AIT is well-positioned to meet integrated logistics demands in sectors such as technology and life sciences.
The transaction is expected to close before Quarter IV 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. Morgan Stanley and Harris Williams served as advisors to AIT, while Goldman Sachs and Citizens Capital Markets advised Greenbriar.
Established in 1979 and headquartered in Illinois, US, AIT Worldwide Logistics provides international freight forwarding services across air, sea, and road. The company serves industries including technology, automotive, retail, and life sciences. AIT maintains an operational network spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. It currently ranks 28th on the Transport Topics Top 100 list of largest North American logistics companies.
Founded in 1999 and based in Connecticut, US, Greenbriar Equity Group specializes in investments across transportation, logistics, and related industrial sectors. The fund has raised over USD 15 billion in cumulative committed capital. Greenbriar focuses on long-term partnerships with executive teams to achieve scalability, improve operational efficiency, and drive M&A activities. The investment in AIT is designed to support sustainable growth within an increasingly complex global supply chain environment.
Nhu Y (Source: Transport Topics)
