AIT Worldwide Acquires Connor Anderson to Expand AI Infrastructure Logistics

AIT Worldwide Logistics has acquired Connor Anderson International, a Sydney and Melbourne-based freight forwarder, marking the company's 15th acquisition in five years. This strategic move positions AIT to capitalize on the surge in data center and artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout across Australia and New Zealand, while simultaneously deepening relationships with high-tech customers who have been requesting expanded capabilities in the Oceania region.

The acquisition is emblematic of a broader consolidation trend within third-party logistics (3PL) as major carriers race to serve AI hyperscalers and cloud infrastructure providers requiring sophisticated, secure freight handling for computing components and specialized equipment. With projected revenue growth from 3.56 billion to 4.5 billion by 2026, AIT's acquisition strategy reflects confidence that AI-driven infrastructure demand will sustain long-term logistics expansion, particularly across high-value, complex supply chains.

For supply chain professionals, this development signals both opportunity and competitive pressure: logistics capacity and capability in Oceania will expand, but service providers must accelerate their own digital and operational capabilities to compete for hyperscaler contracts. The precedent set by AIT and peer acquisitions (such as Scan Global Logistics' purchase of OIA Global) suggests that regional depth and specialized expertise in high-tech logistics are becoming table-stakes for global 3PL players.