Aegis Logistics in talks to acquire UAE’s Tristar for $1.5 billion
Aegis Logistics is in advanced discussions to acquire Tristar for $1.5 billion. This consolidation could be one of the industry's largest efforts. Aegis is seeking acquisition financing from lenders for the deal. Tristar operates across many countries, complementing Aegis's expansion plans. The companies are currently holding bilateral negotiations under an exclusivity period.
Mumbai-based Aegis Logistics is engaged in advanced discussions to acquire Tristar, the largest privately-owned liquid logistics company in West Asia, for $1.5 billion. Tristar operates across 30+ countries, providing transportation and storage services to customers in various industries. Aegis, valued at $4.75 billion, is planning to expand its footprint aggressively, with a market capitalisation of Rs 45,156.15 crore ($4.75 billion).
The acquisition would be one of the largest consolidation efforts in the industry, amid unprecedented volatility caused by the Iran-US conflict. Tristar, established in 1998, was initially a road transportation business before transforming into a fully integrated energy logistics business. Currently, 65.21% of Tristar is owned by Kuwait-based Agility Public Warehousing Company, with Gulf Investment Corp holding a 19.6% stake, and the remaining shares owned by Eugene Mayne, the founder and CEO.
Discussions between Aegis and Tristar are ongoing under a pre-agreed exclusivity period, but the talks might still fall apart.
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