Probation Passed – Six Months On from Elite Logistics Acquisition

When we first announced the acquisition of Elite Logistics, the focus was rightly on continuity, communication and making sure clients experienced a smooth handover.

At that stage, it was still very early days. The deal had been done, the first steps of integration were underway, and the main priority was making sure service levels stayed exactly where they needed to be.

Six months on, it feels like the right time to reflect properly.

All in all, it has been a solid result. A few weeks after the acquisition, our Managing Director, Jamie Boyd, spoke openly about the realities of integration, the lessons learned and the work involved behind the scenes.

Now, half a year on, the picture is much clearer.

A fast return to deal mode

For Jamie, the timing was memorable to say the least.

After taking a month out of the business to become a dad, the plan had been to ease back in gradually. That idea didn’t last long.

By day two back in the office, the opportunity had come into view and the focus quickly shifted to getting the deal done and planning what came next.

It meant going from family mode straight back into acquisition mode, with all the intensity that brings.

A busy first month

As anyone who has been through an acquisition knows, the deal itself is only part of the story.

The real test comes afterwards, when systems, communication, service levels and relationships all need to come together quickly and without disruption.

The first month was full on. There were plenty of lessons learned, a few challenges to work through, and a lot happening behind the scenes. But once that initial period had passed, things began to settle.

That’s often how these processes go. The early phase is demanding, but with the right people, good communication and a clear plan, it becomes much easier to build momentum.

Establishing One Standard – Powered by Today Team

One of the most important aims from the start was to make sure the service standard remained consistent.

That’s exactly what we later set out in One Standard – Powered by Today Team. Whether a customer comes to us through Today Team, Elite Logistics, Speedy Courier Services or Zip Same Day Couriers, the expectation should be the same: reliable service, clear communication, and the confidence that the job will be handled properly.

The consistency matters to customers who want reassurance, and to our teams managing the day-to-day operation. And it matters when integrating another respected brand into the wider Today Team group.

Six months on, that principle has held up well.

A positive result all round

The most important thing is that the outcome has worked for the people involved, as Jamie reflects:

“The new Today Team clients are happy and still with us.

The previous owners have stepped away and are now focused on their other business.

The win-win we set out to achieve has played out well.

And commercially, the signs are encouraging too, with the numbers moving in the right direction month on month and year on year.

It’s a strong indicator that the original thinking behind the acquisition was sound, and that the integration has delivered what it needed to.”

 

Acquisition number two complete. A hat-trick in sight?

This is now Today Team’s second successful acquisition in recent years, which is significant in itself.

It demonstrates that the business is not only capable of identifying the right opportunities, but also of integrating them in a way that protects service quality for existing customers, and creates the conditions for future growth.

Attention is beginning to turn towards what comes next. The immediate focus remains on continuing to strengthen relationships, support clients and build on the progress made so far. But longer term, Jamie is already looking ahead and is open to the next opportunity if it’s right for the business.

The ambition is clear: can Today Team make it a hat trick in 2026?

Ready for the next chapter?

If you are the owner of a courier or logistics business and are thinking about your options over the next couple of years, there is value in having an early conversation.

Selling a business is not just about numbers. It’s about people, legacy, client relationships and finding the right fit.

For a business owner, the right conversation at the right time can lead to a result that works well for everyone involved.

If that sounds relevant to you, Jamie is always open to a confidential chat.