Freight specialists announce major acquisition

Express freight specialists Simpex Express have announced the acquisition of PJL Freight Solutions Limited.

PJL will merge with the Simpex Leeds office from this month, with all activities going forward under the Simpex name.

PJL was founded by Phil Linley in 2008 with an emphasis on great customer and personal service, building on his many years' experience in air and sea freight.

Phil said: “It was last year that I started thinking about stepping down from PJL after over 40 years in the industry and having worked with Simpex as a supplier for some time, I could see how 'customer focused' they were and thought they would be the perfect fit to acquire PJL.

“It's a great comfort that when the time comes to move on, I know the PJL customers will be in very good hands.

“Since spending a little time with the Simpex team this year, I feel the combination of experience and services we offer as a group will really benefit all involved.”

Simpex is headquartered near Birmingham Airport.

Celebrating 10 years in August, the Simpex Leeds office strengthened its team in February with the appointment of Anita Thewliss.

With Anita's strong background in air and sea, her appointment has been welcomed in anticipation for PJL's arrival.

General manager Dave Brown said: “PJL have a great reputation with their clients for excellent customer service and this completely aligns with our business.

“They will bring volume and expertise to our Air and Sea freight services, which have been growing year-on-year, and we're hopeful of being able to introduce their clients to our well known road express services too.”

Pictured: Simpex Express team