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Market Intelligence And Business Advisory – Trucking

One of the major US based truckload carriers needed the expertise of Professional Logistics Group to help them determine which of the internet-based truckload capacity management system that would be most beneficial for their company. PLG developed the market intelligence and analysis of the software options that would support the near and long-term marketing and growth strategy for the client.

Business Advisory – Rail-Truck Transloading

Provided comprehensive business strategy consulting for high profile rail transloading company in Canada.  Advisory services helped focus marketing efforts, identify new key accounts, benchmark and improve operations, improve profitability, and enhance competitive position.

Rail Build In/Build Out Strategies For Shippers

For several clients PLG has assessed competitive access strategies via rail “build-in/build-out” options, including engineering designs for new main line corridors.  PLG also performed economic and operational analysis for new short line creation, as well as costs and timelines for STB filings and overall cost/benefit analysis of enabling multiple Class I railroad access at client facilities.

Bulk Terminal Facilities Acquisition Due Diligence

Performed acquisition due diligence of major national player in bulk liquid terminals, including safety, operations, financials, facilities, and market analysis.  Identified key risk mitigations that were implemented post-transaction.

Short Line Railroad Due Diligence

For several clients, PLG has performed short line due diligence analysis for prospective buyers, including market opportunity, financials, physical plant assessment, and advisory in commercial negotiations.  Scenarios have included new railroad construction as well as Class I spin-offs.

Transportation Industry Advisory

Advised private equity investors on specific transportation related-investments, including Class I railroads, bulk trucking companies, transloading and warehousing companies, and third-party logistics providers.

Investment Due Diligence – International Trucking

For a US based, international transportation company, Professional Logistics Group performed comprehensive acquisition due diligence of a major bulk trucking and terminaling operation in Mexico. This included analysis of the target company’s existing commercial evaluation and the market forecast with associated SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis. This foundation work helped PLG and the client to create a workable strategy that was used as the blueprint for the acquisition discussions.