THE Securities and Exchange Commission recently approved the merger of Aboitiz Transport System and wholly-owned subsidiary Reefer Van Specialists, Inc (RVSI).

In a disclosure, ATS said it is folding in RVSI into its logistics arm 2GO.

“The merger of ATS and RVSI will enable ATS to provide integrated service offerings to its clients ranging from full container to loose cargo loads and will provide effectiveness and efficiency of the delivery of freight services of ATS,” the company said.

“The merger would also result in effective management and cost efficiencies for both companies.”

ATS said all existing RVSI employees will be paid accordingly.

RVSI, which was acquired last year, specializes in domestic cargo handling operations.

In the first six months of the year, ATS posted an increase in revenues despite limited capacity due to dry-docking of several of its vessels.

Total revenues for the period amounted to P6.7 billion, up 8% from the P6.2 billion registered in the same period last year.

You May Also Like

PH cargo handlers see 6-8% growth in cargo volume

The Philippine Chamber of Arrastre and Stevedoring Operators (PCASO) expects its members’ cargo volume and revenues to each rise from 6%-8% this year. PCASO,…

Aquino signs order giving teeth to drive vs PH maritime transport security risks

The Philippine government has issued a new measure that reinforces the country’s international commitment to fighting security threats against the maritime transportation system. Executive…

First container freight station at Subic port inaugurated

More ships are expected to call at the Port of Subic with the opening of its first container freight station (CFS) to cater to…

Hapag-Lloyd slates PSS, GRIs for East Asia trade

Hamburg-based Hapag-Lloyd has announced a peak season surcharge (PSS) adjustment and a general rate increase for the East Asia westbound route to be implemented…