TLSS Closes Cougar Express Acquisition
Transportation and Logistics Systems, Inc. (OTC PINK:TLSS) announced its acquisition of Cougar Express, Inc. for $2,000,000 in cash and a $350,000 promissory note. The acquisition, which adds an average annual revenue of $4.0 million, is part of TLSS's growth strategy following a successful restructuring. The company also raised $2,300,000 through equity financing to support this acquisition. CEO John Mercadante emphasized the strategic importance of acquiring profitable businesses like Cougar Express to enhance operational capabilities.
- Acquisition of Cougar Express, enhancing logistics capabilities.
- Cougar Express has an average annual revenue of approximately $4.0 million.
- Equity financing raised $2,300,000 to support business expansion.
- Cash portion of the acquisition may strain liquidity.
- Integration challenges could arise from the acquisition.
Company Raises
JUPITER, FL / ACCESSWIRE / March 25, 2021 / Transportation and Logistics Systems, Inc. (OTC PINK:TLSS)("TLSS", or the "Company"), an eCommerce fulfillment service provider, today announced that on March 24, 2021, the Company acquired all of the outstanding stock of Cougar Express, Inc., a New York-based full-service logistics provider specializing in pickup, warehousing and delivery services in the tri-state area over the past 30 years ("Cougar Express"). Cougar Express' annual revenues have averaged approximately
According to Mr. John Mercadante, TLSS Chairman and CEO, "The overwhelming success of our restructuring efforts has paved the way for the Company to begin its revamped acquisition and growth strategy. On the heels of the recent acquisition of the operations of Double D Trucking, the closing of the Cougar Acquisition brings on board another long-established, well-run, profitable business."
In addition, the Company closed an equity financing that provided gross proceeds of
About Transportation and Logistics Systems, Inc.
TLSS, through its wholly-owned operating subsidiaries, Shypdirect LLC, Shyp FX, Inc. and Cougar Express, Inc. operates as a full-service logistics and transportation company.
For more information, visit the Company's website, www.tlss-inc.com.
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