Fr. Meyer's Sohn Acquires South African Freight Forwarder GAC Laser

Fr. Meyer’s Sohn (FMS), the Hamburg-based global logistics company, has announced the successful acquisition of South African freight forwarder GAC Laser International Logistics (Pty) Ltd. and its affiliated entities.

The acquisition marks a significant step in the company’s strategic expansion into the African continent.

GAC Laser, founded in 2007, offers a comprehensive range of logistics services including multimodal freight forwarding, warehousing, trucking, and project logistics. The company operates from key locations across South Africa, including Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, and Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth).

“We are pleased to welcome 246 new colleagues to the FMS team,” said Heiko Voigt, Managing Director of Fr. Meyer’s Sohn. “This acquisition represents an important milestone in our growth strategy for Africa. Together with our new colleagues, we look forward to unlocking new opportunities and strengthening our service offerings across the continent.”

The South African operations will continue to be led by Simon Hayes and the existing management team. They will support the integration of the company into FMS’s global logistics network and will retain responsibility for day-to-day operations under the new name, Fr. Meyer’s Sohn South Africa.

Commenting on the acquisition, Simon Hayes stated: “We are excited to become part of the Fr. Meyer’s Sohn global network. This partnership opens up a wealth of opportunities for our team and our clients. With access to FMS’s international structure and platforms, we will be able to significantly broaden our service capabilities and deliver even greater value to our customers.”

The acquisition underscores FMS’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and investing in high-growth markets.