Interim Logistics Sector M&A Survey Report

Carter Backer Winter LLP (CBW) and Logistics UK, in conjunction with the leading independent logistics research firm Analytiqa, have undertaken an interim survey of companies' expectations for merger and acquisitions (M&A) activity, following the launch of the Logsitics Sector M&A Index in September 2020.

The interim survey, which draws on the insight of senior executives within logistics companies in the UK, provides a view on expected trends in M&A, including valuations, as well as highlighting some of the most important issues facing companies in the sector in light of Covid-19 and Brexit.

We believe that the results show a significant increase in appetite for M&A activity, and a more optimisitc outlook for the sector in the context of the impact of Brexit, continuing uncertainty around the effects of Covid-19 and challenges facing the global economy. We expect to see further consolidation in the sector over the next 12 months.

You can also watch a video of CBW's Head of Logistics and Corporate Finance, Philip Bird, and David Wells. Chief Executive of Logistics UK, discussing the results of the survey.

View the video and download the survey results report 

About CBW

CBW is a top 50, full service, firm of accountants, tax and business advisors. With only 20 partners and a team of over 165 professional and support staff, we are a firm that is small enough to care but big enough to create opportunities for our clients.

Our clients range from internationally based high net worth individuals and entrepreneurs, to regulated businesses and multi-national companies with operations across the UK, Europe and all over the world. Our practical knowledge is relied upon for effective wealth management, business start-ups and sales, investment in assets and innovation, overseas expansion, tax efficiencies, regulatory compliance and profitable growth.

We have a dedicated team that specialises in the logistics sector at CBW, which is led by Philip Bird.  We understand all the issues facing operators on a day to day basis and as they plan for the future. The team works with both global and national companies, providing a full service offering to the sector.

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