Evri Group Acquired Cross Border Connect
The international logistics firm has purchased the Boca Raton-based company to bolster its North American network.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Transportation
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Evri Group has finalized its acquisition of the Boca Raton-based logistics provider Cross Border Connect. This strategic move aims to accelerate Evri's international growth strategy within the North American market.
Why it matters
The acquisition combines Evri's competitive air freight rates with an established customs and routing network to enhance cross-border efficiency. Customers are expected to see potential delivery cost reductions of up to 30% following the integration.
Cross Border Connect currently operates six U.S. ports of entry to manage its logistics network. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The players
Evri Group
Evri Group is an international delivery and logistics company that operates primarily out of the UK.
Cross Border Connect
Cross Border Connect is a logistics firm based in Boca Raton that manages international parcel routing through six U.S. ports.
Chris Lentjes
Chris Lentjes serves as the CEO of Cross Border Connect and will continue to lead the organization following the acquisition.
The details
Cross Border Connect utilizes an integrated ecosystem of technology and logistics partners to optimize parcel routing. The deal unites the company's regional capabilities with Evri's broader international infrastructure.
Timeline
Evri Group acquired Coll-8 in 2025.
Evri Group announced the acquisition of Cross Border Connect on October 5, 2026.
Market Landscape
This move reflects the ongoing international expansion of European logistics firms into North America as they seek to control more of the supply chain. By absorbing Cross Border Connect, Evri positions itself to better compete with established global carriers through increased integration.
Local clients and businesses using Cross Border Connect may see improved routing efficiency as the companies integrate their logistics networks. Customers could benefit from reduced shipping costs of up to 30% as the combined entity leverages its new shared infrastructure.
The takeaway
The acquisition signals a shift toward more integrated, lower-cost international shipping routes for North American retailers. Businesses should evaluate how these combined logistical capabilities could impact their current supply chain pricing structures.
Further reading
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