Everwood Capital Accelerates Its Expansion in Cold Logistics with the Acquisition of TransDusan

Everwood Capital takes another step forward in its ambitious growth plan with the acquisition of TransDusan Logística, a key player in cold storage, picking, and last-mile distribution of food products. The transaction, executed through Transaez, marks a milestone in consolidating a leading logistics group in northern-northeastern Spain.

Founded in 1998 in Zaragoza by José Antonio and Rafael Sánchez Durán, TransDusan boasts more than 25 years of experience in the sector and a solid customer base in Aragón. With 5,000 square meters of warehouses, a fleet of 21 vehicles, and a team of over 20 employees, the company has built a reputation for excellence in cold distribution. Its founders will continue to lead the company to ensure a smooth integration and maximize synergies with Transaez and Arimon.

A Leader in Cold Logistics in Northern-Northeastern Spain

The integration of TransDusan with Transaez and Arimon forms a group with annual revenues of €35 million, more than 220 employees, 25,000 square meters of warehouse space, and a fleet of over 300 vehicles. This conglomerate is positioned as the key player in cold storage and distribution across Aragón, Navarra, La Rioja, and Catalonia, serving major national and international retail chains and food companies.

For José Antonio Sánchez Durán, founder of TransDusan, this acquisition represents a strategic leap: "Joining Transaez and Arimon under the Everwood umbrella allows us to strengthen our efficiency, leverage our great human and technological resources, and expand into new markets with more capabilities and operational capacity."

Meanwhile, Rafael Sánchez Durán sees this operation as an opportunity to solidify their position in the sector: "This move positions us as one of the leading cold logistics players in northern-northeastern Spain, ensuring top-tier service for our customers while committing to innovation and sustainability."

A Strong Commitment to Building a Leading Logistics Group

With this acquisition, Everwood Capital reaffirms its strategy of consolidation, synergy generation, and digital transformation in a growing transportation and logistics market, particularly in Cold Logistics, which is experiencing annual growth rates above 6% and a total revenue volume in Spain exceeding €4 billion.

Juan José Andrés, partner at Everwood Capital, highlights the importance of this acquisition: "The incorporation of TransDusan into our project allows us to continue advancing the consolidation of a robust and efficient logistics group in the highly fragmented cold distribution sector. We are confident that this transaction will bring tremendous growth opportunities and service enhancements for our clients."

Everwood Capital's Transport and Logistics Fund already boasts a strong portfolio of key companies across different sector areas, including Partida Logistics and AGSA in customs management, Transaez, Arimon, and TransDusan in cold logistics, Maresa Logística in forwarding, and A Tu Hora Express in value-added last-mile delivery.

TransDusan is a logistics operator highly specialized in cold storage and distribution of food products. It was founded in 1998 in Zaragoza by José Antonio and Rafael Sánchez Durán. The company is headquartered inLa Muela industrial park (Zaragoza) and operates 21 vehicles with a team of 21 employees. Its logistics center spans over 5,000 m² and features refrigerated and freezer storage. Its clients mainly consist of large food companies.

Everwood Capital is an alternative investment fund manager regulated by the CNMV, established in 2015. It manages several investment vehicles specializing in renewable energy and transport & logistics (T&L). The company boasts a strong and committed team with a proven track record in alternative asset management and large multinational corporations. Its professionals have executed transactions worth over €100 billion across various sectors and investment fields. Currently, it manages approximately €900 million in assets.