Rist Transport completes acquisition of AMA

RIST Transport LTD has announced the conclusion of its acquisition of AMA Transportation Company, Inc. (“AMA”) of Billerica, MA. The acquisition expands direct service routes throughout New England along with improved customer service solutions and technological advancements for both companies.

Founded in 1976 by Alfred Bruzzesse, AMA Transportation Company, Inc., a regional LTL carrier, offers overnight delivery throughout New England. Headquartered in Billerica, MA, AMA has easy access to all major interstates from their strategic service centers in Lakeville, MA, Northford, CT, and Westbrook, ME, including 90, 93, 95, 495, and US Rt 1.

Steve Wadhams, President of Wadhams Enterprises, Inc. stated, "The acquisition of AMA Transportation Company was the subsequent step in expansion for our company. We have thrived with AMA over the past 20 years as service partners. The well-established working relationship with the owners of AMA, brothers Mark and Anthony Bruzzese, allowed both companies the confidence to move forward. What made the decision more compelling was RIST and AMA are both family owned and operated companies. The family-owned business model and the implied values and philosophies are fundamental aspects of overall operations. These principles are the very backbone of our business and influence everything from day-to-day functions, customer service, and even employee recruitment. We aim to continue providing the same great customer service, timely deliveries, and satisfaction for all of our customers."

As for the impact on daily operations, Gabrielle Simmons, Departments Manager, a 3rd generation family member of Wadhams family, and the Wadhams Enterprises, Inc. explained that customers should see no major changes initially. “During the transition period, operations will continue as usual with no significant impact to the current standard operating procedures within both companies beyond offering expanded direct service routes. AMA Transportation will become owned and operated by RIST Transport LTD. Mark and Anthony Bruzzese will continue to be involved in the AMA and RIST companies in their respective positions," stated Gabrielle Simmons. "Additionally, another exciting project is our transitional branding launch. Our goal is to help educate and inform our customer base and beyond of the strategic acquisition of AMA while maintaining branding elements that pay homage to the original founders of AMA and Father to Mark and Anthony, Alfred Bruzzese. We are now two companies, one family and still the carrier of choice in the LTL trucking industry", Simmons explained.

RIST Transport Ltd., a Wadhams family-run business, offers incomparable truckload, less-than- truckload, and brokerage solutions to customers in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Our primary objective is to establish strong business relationships that enable us to meet our customers' most intricate transportation needs effectively. As a family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service with a personal touch. Our professional approach ensures that customers receive the best quality of service and consider RIST Transport as their "Carrier of Choice."