Dupré Logistics Announces Acquisition of Interstate Transport, Inc. as Part of Diversification and Expansion Plan
LAFAYETTE, La. (PRWEB) June 15, 2023 -- Dupré Logistics, a Louisiana-based Transportation company, recently announced the acquisition of Interstate Transport, Inc., an industry leader in temperature-controlled and time-sensitive food and beverage logistics based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
Dupré Logistics is a privately held transportation company that provides innovative logistics solutions through its three distinct business divisions: Onsite and Private Fleet Services, Strategic Capacity Brokerage Services, and Energy Distribution Services. With extensive coverage on the Gulf Coast and widespread coverage across North America, Dupré Logistics has been nationally recognized for its commitment to safety and unique business model, combining company-owned assets and an extensively vetted carrier network.
"It's always been Dupré's vision to be a diversified transportation and logistics company," stated Mike Weindel, Dupré Logistics' President. "We continue to pursue opportunities that will help us broaden our service portfolio and increase our company footprint across the United States. The combination of Interstate's expertise, healthy footprint in the food and beverage logistics space, and the strong cultural overlap between our two companies made this a winning combination."
Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, and in business for over twenty years, Interstate Transport Inc. offers temperature-controlled, time-sensitive, dry, and flatbed brokerage services to companies across industries, including food service, horticulture, big box retailers, and emergency management. Interstate Transport will increase Dupré's density and service offering in Florida and expand its east coast operations and carrier network.
The Interstate Transport name will be retained; however, the company will be known as a "Dupré Logistics Company." Interstate Transport's President and CEO, Gloria Hudson, and Vice President, Zach Aufmann, will continue to serve in senior leadership roles.
"We are excited about this next phase in Interstate Transport's history," stated Gloria Hudson, President and CEO of Interstate Transport. "The transition for our customers will be seamless and "business as usual," Ms. Hudson explained. “This transaction will allow us to continue to drive value and opportunities for our customers and employees. We look forward to what the future brings."
About Dupré Logistics
Dupré Logistics is a privately held transportation company that provides innovative logistics solutions through its three distinct business divisions: Onsite and Private Fleet Services, Strategic Capacity Brokerage Services, and Energy Distribution Services. With extensive coverage on the Gulf Coast and widespread coverage across North America, Dupré Logistics has been nationally recognized for its commitment to safety and unique business model, combining company-owned assets and an extensively vetted carrier network.
Solving challenges is part of Dupré's DNA. The company was founded in Louisiana in 1980 by Reggie Dupré as a solution for transporting fuel to his family-owned service station. Today, Dupré applies that same resolve to facilitate the safe, reliable transport of commodities through its customized logistics solutions for anything from chemicals and industrial gases to perishables.
With the motto of "Always Forward Thinking," Dupré continues to expand its services, growing as a company through acquisitions and joint ventures. TTS Logistics, a produce transportation provider, was acquired in 2020 and in 2023, Interstate Transport Inc., an industry leader in temperature-controlled and time-sensitive food and beverage logistics, joined the Dupré family of brands. Through Dupré's joint business venture with Hoyer Group, Hoyer Bulk, LLC was established, further expanding the company's ISO tank transportation operations.
Dupré is headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana
About Interstate Transport, Inc.
Interstate Transport is one of the top 150 truckload brokerage firms in the United States. In business for over 20 years, Interstate Transport specializes in temperature-controlled, time-sensitive, dry, and flatbed brokerage services to companies across industries, including food service, horticulture, big box retailers, and emergency management. Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, and with operations nationwide, Interstate is a member of the Transportation Intermediaries Association and a SmartWay Partner and is considered one of the largest transportation arrangement providers in the United States, with over 14,500 carriers under contract. Acquired by Dupré Logistics in 2023, Interstate Transport is a part of the Dupré Family of Brands.
Jody Bucher, Dupré Logistics, LLC, http://www.DupreLogistics.com, 1 337-314-2154, [email protected]
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