NFI recently completed the acquisition of G&P Trucking Company, a logistics provider specializing in asset-based transportation, port drayage, and non-asset brokerage solutions in the Southeast.
The acquisition bolsters NFI’s position as a premier transportation provider, the company said, strengthening its asset and non-asset solutions, and expanding its Southeast footprint.
G&P, headquartered in Columbia, SC, has more than 83 years of experience providing transportation services for customers across 14 locations. The addition of G&P enhances NFI’s network density in the Southeast and increases its footprint to more than 300 locations throughout North America, employing more than 12,600 associates.
“Powered by the same philosophies as G&P, NFI will allow for greater opportunities for our employees, partners, and customers,” said Clifton Parker, president and general manager of G&P. “We look forward to the future and are eager to continue our growth and success with NFI.”
G&P’s asset-based transportation solutions include dedicated, regional, long haul and Mexico border crossing. With G&P’s 370 tractors and 3,000 trailers, NFI’s asset-based transportation fleet, predominantly providing dedicated contract carriage solutions, will grow to more than 3,000 tractors and 12,500 trailers. With the addition of G&P, NFI’s asset-based fleet will be operated by 2,700 company drivers and utilize the services of 400 owner operators.
Operating at the ports of Savannah, Norfolk and Charleston, G&P will expand NFI’s drayage presence in those ports. With the addition of G&P’s 120 owner-operator partnerships, NFI’s drayage fleet will grow to more than 1,500 tractors. NFI’s drayage presence spans major ports, terminals and logistics hubs across the US, offering a full suite of supply chain solutions that includes transloading, consolidation, deconsolidation and customs exams.
The acquisition also will enhance NFI’s brokerage service offerings, which include temperature-controlled transport through its carrier partners.
“G&P is a well-respected, family-owned transportation company with a deep-rooted history, and our shared values of family and integrity create a perfect cultural fit,” said Sid Brown, CEO of NFI. “Unifying the talents of both NFI and G&P teams, we are excited to bring even greater value to our customers through our robust suite of solutions. Together, our combined footprint will distinguish us as one of the largest dedicated transportation providers in North America.”
