we are looking for commercial/business loans and/or Investors
March 07, 2026
by a searcher from University of Technology Sydney in Sydney NSW, Australia
Executive Pitch Summary – Financing Request
Executive Overview:
This Executive Summary outlines a financing opportunity to support the acquisition of a long-established, highly reputable Australian transport, logistics, and container transport operator. The business benefits from nearly five decades of continuous operations, a strong brand presence in the Queensland market, and a diversified service offering across transport, storage, and distribution. The transaction presents a compelling opportunity for institutional capital providers seeking exposure to a defensive, asset-backed logistics platform with stable cash flows, inflation-linked pricing dynamics, and multiple refinancing or exit pathways.
Transaction Overview
Target: Established transportation & logistics company (near Brisbane, Australia)
Status: Seller has accepted our offer; the purchase contract will be executed soon; and supporting documents have been secured
Purchase Price: AUD 20,000,000 (≈ USD 15,000,000 or less, depending on the conversion rate)
Financing Need: Credit facility or alternative funding via Direct Lending, Alternative Credit Solutions or In Any Other Ways
Financing Amount: As much as possible, minimum $17,000,000 AUD or ~$12,000,000 USD
Exclusivity: 4 weeks, which could be extended for another###-###-#### weeks, subject to Letter of Intent from the lenders to finance this deal
Company Highlights
Reputation: Nearly 50 years of successful operations and industry leadership
Assets: Intangible and Tangible (Plant & equipment valued at AUD 12,000,000; fleet of 24+ trucks etc.)
Operations: Transport, warehousing, and distribution services
Workforce: 54 skilled employees ensuring operational excellence + fully under management
Location: Prime premises, 20 minutes from Brisbane CBD
Financials: PEBITA consistently above AUD 3,000,000, demonstrating strong profitability and cash flow (see the attached snapshots below)
Investment Highlights:
Long-Dated Operating History: Established in 1980 with uninterrupted operations and deep industry relationships
Essential Infrastructure Services: Core transport and logistics functions supporting trade and supply chains
Integrated Operating Model: Container transport, warehousing, and distribution under one platform
Strategic Location: Prime industrial site servicing Brisbane and key Queensland logistics corridors
Asset-Backed Profile: Significant hard assets providing collateral support and downside protection
Demonstrated Financial Performance: Consistent revenue growth and resilient EBITDA generation
Why Would This Fit Any Lender's Credit Policy?
Value-Oriented Investment: Strong asset base and proven earnings provide a secure foundation
Direct Lending Alignment: Reliable cash flow supports debt servicing capacity
Collateral Strength: Intangible and tangible assets (plant, fleet, premises) mitigate risk - refer to my previous email in reference to security/collateral
Hybrid Potential: Opportunity to structure debt with X% equity participation for enhanced returns
Sector Exposure: Expands Lender's portfolio in logistics and infrastructure — resilient, growth-oriented industries
Investor Promise: This acquisition is deal-ready, asset-backed, and cash-generative. With Lender's financing support, the transaction will deliver:
Attractive risk-adjusted returns
Portfolio diversification into logistics and infrastructure
Long-term value creation consistent with the lender's credit investment philosophy
Asset and Collateral Base:
Fleet of 24+ operational trucks and trailers
Plant and equipment with an estimated value of ~AUD 12 million
Long-term leased operating facility (lease expiry August 2029 with renewal option)
Established operating licences, systems, and a trained workforce
Intangible assets
The asset base supports secured lending structures and enhances downside protection for credit and structured capital investors.
Financing Requirement and Use of Funds:
Proceeds from the financing will be allocated as follows:
Purchase Price and Closing Costs – Direct acquisition settlement, purchase of 100% of the company.
Working Capital Injection – Stabilisation and cash-flow optimisation post-closing and liquidity buffer.
Operational Enhancements – Management improvements, technology, and systems upgrades.
Contingency & Reserves – Cushion for integration risks and cyclical market changes.
Risk Consideration and Mitigants:
Long operating history reduces execution and ramp-up risk
Asset-backed balance sheet limits capital impairment risk
Diversified customer activity is typical of container logistics
Inflation pass-through characteristics in transport pricing
Strong replacement cost underpinning enterprise value
Exit and Capital Repayment Pathways:
Potential repayment and exit options include:
Refinancing via bank or institutional credit markets
Strategic sale to logistics, infrastructure, or trade buyers
Secondary sale to private equity or infrastructure investors
Ongoing cash yield with amortisation for credit providers
Process and The Next Steps:
Detailed Information Memorandum available under NDA
Access to historical financials, lease documentation, asset schedules and other documents
Management meetings and site visits are available upon request
Financial Performance Snapshot:
Revenue:
FY2022: 15.47 million
FY2023: 16.07 million
FY2024: 18.95 million
Normalised EBITDA / PEBITDA (FY2024): ~3.58 million
EBITDA Margin (FY2024): ~19%
Key Characteristics:
Strong operating cash conversion
Material non-recurring and owner-related add-backs
Asset-intensive structure suitable for conservative leverage
My email: redacted