Agility acquires Mexican freight forwarder

Agility has acquired its longstanding partner in Mexico, Trafinsa, and US affiliate Trafinsa International, strengthening its presence in the country.

Headquartered in Mexico City, Trafinsa operates four branches located in Guadalajara, Monterrey, Laredo (Texas) and Mexico City. The company provides cargo management, air and ocean export, handling, deconsolidation and documentation services to various industries, including cement, food, brewery and automotive.

Mike Bible, CEO, Agility Americas, said, ?ur relationship with Trafinsa spans 23 years, over which the company has established itself. By merging operations, Agility customers can take advantage of seamless services to and from Mexico, as well as access to extensive industry-specific expertise.?Signing and closing of the acquisition took place on April 30, 2009.<Korea Shipping Gazette>