September 23, 2025 – CriticalPoint is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive M&A advisor to ACI Logistix (“ACI”) in connection with its merger with FirstMile and Sendle facilitated by an investment from Federation Asset Management (“Federation”). Bringing together three companies, FAST Group is formed to create an entity capable of meeting the modern shipping and delivery needs of businesses of all sizes.
Headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., ACI specializes in small parcel distribution for enterprise, direct-to-consumer clients. Leveraging a legacy of over 60 years, the company has developed an automated, high-volume sortation and delivery infrastructure, making it a trusted partner for leading domestic and international brands. One of the merger partners, FirstMile, brings a customer base of medium- and large-sized businesses, serving these customers with e-commerce solutions that offer flexibility and efficiency. The other merger partner, Sendle, is a disruptor in parcel delivery for small businesses throughout the U.S., Australia, and Canada, enhancing the partnership with international scale, leading technology platforms, and premium customer support.
With teams across the U.S., Australia, Canada, India, and the Philippines, FAST Group will leverage the knowledge, technology, infrastructure, and operational excellence of the three companies to function as a single, integrated, and expanded logistics platform. Customers will benefit from the now highly adaptable logistics ecosystem, where shippers of all sizes can leverage the broad range of solutions that the FAST Group offers.
Keith Somers, CEO of FAST Group, said: “Each of these three companies has a proud history of cultivating distinct strengths and deep insights into their respective customer needs. By combining our capabilities under FAST Group, we’re creating a complete and powerful logistics ecosystem that can support customers through their entire growth path, as they adapt and compete in an ever-evolving e-commerce landscape.
“This strategic merger, backed by Federation Asset Management, will bring added benefits for customers across all segments—SMB, mid-market, and enterprise—through improved first-mile pick-ups, faster and complete national distribution, and integrated customer support. It also presents exciting opportunities for our partners, including other carriers and technology providers, as we look to deliver more services, more innovation, and more national impact.”
CriticalPoint is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive M&A advisor to ACI Logistix in connection with the transaction. The transaction demonstrates CriticalPoint’s expertise in deal advisory and commitment to act as a trusted advisor with proven abilities to deliver for its clients.
If you would like more information about CriticalPoint or have questions regarding this transaction, please contact:
Matt Young
Founder & CEO
Direct: (310) 321-4401
myoung@criticalpoint.com
Brad Holtmeier
Partner
Direct: (310) 321-4418
bholtmeier@criticalpoint.com
Christopher Ball
Managing Director
Direct: (310) 321-4403
cball@criticalpoint.com
Reid Mattan
Vice President
Direct: (424) 275-6157
rmattan@criticalpoint.com
About FAST Group
FAST Group is the holding company for ACI Logistix, FirstMile, and Sendle, creating a dynamic logistics ecosystem that provides complete shipping services for businesses of all sizes.
About ACI Logistix
ACI Logistix, a specialist in small parcel distribution for enterprise clients, has a legacy of over 60 years, with expertise in automated, high-volume sortation. Its infrastructure and experience have made it a trusted partner for leading domestic and international brands.
About FirstMile
FirstMile provides shipping solutions for medium and large businesses and is well known for its first-mile pickup capabilities and robust carrier integrations, making it a preferred choice for e-commerce shippers that value flexibility and efficiency.
About Sendle
Sendle is a shipping service provider for small businesses, known for its award-winning customer support, commitment to the environment, and seamless integrations with e-commerce marketplaces across the U.S., Canada, and Australia.
About CriticalPoint
CriticalPoint provides tailored financial solutions through a trusted platform, combining the best of Investment Banking and Private Capital. Backed by decades of diverse transaction experience, the CriticalPoint team delivers the insights clients and stakeholders need to achieve superior outcomes. Founded in 2012 by senior M&A professionals with a passion for deal-making, CriticalPoint stands out for its deep expertise in Investment Banking—including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, deal sourcing, special situations, and valuation advisory—as well as in Private Capital investing, with a focus on corporate divestitures and special situations. When business owners, management teams, private equity firms, and corporate sellers reach a defining moment across a range of industries, they rely on CriticalPoint’s proven expertise. For more information, visit criticalpoint.com.
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