Midwest Carrier Behnke Acquires AG Freight, Expands Southeast

Behnke Dedicated & Logistics, a fourth-generation Michigan-based carrier, has acquired South Carolina-based AG Freight to establish a strategic foothold in the Southeast. The deal gives Behnke Logistics access to the Greenville market and positions the company near Inland Port Greer, a key logistics hub. This acquisition exemplifies how regional carriers are using M&A to expand geographic reach without building operations from scratch.

The transaction reflects a broader industry trend where mid-sized trucking firms consolidate to compete in fragmented markets and gain access to high-value logistics corridors. For Behnke Logistics, which has historically operated as a dedicated and over-the-road carrier focused on the Midwest, this represents a significant geographic diversification. The acquisition adds full truckload, less-than-truckload, expedited, and drayage services to Behnke's existing capabilities, strengthening its service breadth in a new region.

Supply chain professionals should note that this consolidation activity may affect capacity availability and pricing dynamics in both the Midwest and Southeast markets. As regional carriers expand through acquisition, shippers face both opportunities—potential new routing options and improved service networks—and challenges around vendor consolidation and reduced competition in specific lanes.