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Southampton Freight Services continues expansion through EXPD International acquisition

11 December 2023
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Family-owned Southampton Freight Services has taken a big step in the way of expansion through the acquisition of international courier business EXPD International Ltd.

According to the company 'this move will enhance and expand its range of global freight forwarding and logistics services'.

SFS Ltd has been based in Totton, Southampton, since it was first established 25 years ago and remains independently owned and run by the family, employing over 50 people.

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SFS Managing Director, Ross Negus, said: “This acquisition is wonderful news for all our customers and employees and we’re delighted to welcome the EXPD team to our work family.

''It means we’re adding yet more expertise to our portfolio of global logistics services, with an even wider range of courier products, expanding the choice for customers of both businesses. It’s a perfect cultural fit. 

“We’re extremely proud of our reputation and the entire SFS family shares the same commitment to providing the highest levels of customer service with that all-important personal touch.

''The proof is our long-term relationships of 20-plus years with many of our customers, suppliers and our employees.”

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Tom Kilkelly started working as a freelance journalist for The Business Magazine following his graduation from UCL in 2022.

During his studies Tom became very interested in the works of Irish authors including Samuel Beckett and Flann O'Brien (Brian O'Nolan).

His current role as a freelance business reporter is his first exposure to the world of business journalism. Working at TBM has given Tom the chance to really get to grips with the goings-on in the business hive that is the South East.

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