Logistics firm OIA Global has strengthened its presence in the United States with the acquisition of Indianapolis-based Cargo Services Inc (CSI), a company with more than three decades of experience in freight and supply chain services.
Founded in 1992 by John Rowe and Steve Fugate, CSI has built a strong reputation across key manufacturing and industrial markets in the Midwest. The company provides ocean and air freight forwarding, customs brokerage and warehousing services, supported by long-standing customer relationships in the region.
The deal establishes a direct OIA Global presence in Indianapolis, widely regarded as one of the most connected logistics hubs in the country, and forms part of the company’s strategy to expand its owned network in key domestic markets.
Jeff Barrie, Chief executive said CSI’s track record made it a natural fit for the business.
“Indianapolis is one of the most connected logistics cities in the country, and the Cargo Services team has spent over 30 years earning the trust of customers across the region,” he said. “That kind of track record speaks for itself. We are proud to welcome them to OIA Global.”
Mabel Rodriguez, managing director for the Americas at OIA Global, said the two companies shared a strong customer-focused culture.
“At OIA, service is everything — and what stood out about Cargo Services is that they operate the same way,” she said. “You can see it in how long their customers have been with them. Connecting that with OIA’s global network is going to create real value for customers on both sides.”
CSI co-founder Steve Fugate described the acquisition as the “right next chapter” for the business.
“John and I built this company on a simple belief: take care of the customer, take care of your people, and take care of your community,” he said. “When we met the OIA Global team, it was clear they operated by the same principles.”
John Rowe, CSI’s managing director, added that customers would continue to work with the same team, now supported by a wider international network.
OIA Global said it expects a seamless transition for employees and customers, with operations continuing as normal following the acquisition.
