Logistics & Warehousing Acquisition Financing
Supply chain resilience has become a strategic priority, making logistics and warehousing companies prime acquisition targets. With recurring contracts, asset-backed operations, and strong demand from e-commerce and industrial players, valuations are climbing. Financely structures $10M–$500M
acquisition financing solutions, blending senior debt, mezzanine capital, and sponsor equity to enable roll-ups, platform builds, and strategic expansions.
Outcome:
Sponsors close on logistics and warehousing acquisitions with institutional-grade capital stacks that support aggressive growth and consolidation strategies.
Senior Debt
Commercial lenders typically finance 40%–65%
of logistics and warehousing acquisitions, secured against real estate, fleet, and contract receivables. Financely sources senior debt facilities tailored to asset-heavy operators and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
Mezzanine Capital
To bridge the gap between senior debt and the purchase price, we arrange mezzanine financing
with returns typically in the 12%–18% IRR
range. This allows sponsors to conserve equity while executing larger or multiple acquisitions in fragmented markets.
Sponsor Equity
Acquisition sponsors are usually expected to contribute 15%–25%
in equity. Financely assists in raising co-investor capital from private funds, family offices, and institutional partners to ensure equity requirements are met without overexposure to single transactions.
Example Logistics Acquisition Capital Stack
| Layer |
Typical Share |
Notes |
| Senior Debt |
40%–60% |
Asset-backed, receivables, fleet, warehouse collateral |
| Mezzanine Capital |
15%–25% |
Subordinated, flexible repayment, equity kickers |
| Sponsor Equity |
15%–25% |
Cash equity, minority equity partners |
The logistics and warehousing sector is capital-intensive and increasingly dominated by private equity platforms. Financely helps sponsors compete by arranging credible capital stacks that institutional sellers and lenders accept — ensuring deals close on time and leave room for continued growth.
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Financely structures logistics and warehousing acquisition financings from $10M to $500M. Minimum engagement fee: $75,000.
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Financely is an advisory and placement firm. We are not a lender. All financings are subject to credit approval, due diligence, and executed documentation. Engagement fees for logistics and warehousing acquisition mandates start at $75,000. Terms vary depending on sponsor profile, jurisdiction, and target financials.