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Cobalt Wine Logistics LLC Expands Operations Through Acquisition of North Coast Logistics Inc.

In a strategic move to advance its logistics solutions in the wine and spirits sector, Cobalt Wine Logistics LLC has announced the acquisition of North Coast Logistics, Inc. (NCL). This acquisition aims to significantly enhance Cobalt’s ability to offer comprehensive logistics solutions on both a national and international scale, especially within the competitive arena of wine and spirits storage and transportation.

Headquartered in Napa, California, Cobalt has been a frontrunner in international logistics related to alcoholic beverages. With the 25-year experience of North Coast Logistics based in Petaluma, California—founded and run by industry veterans Tammie and Travis Pisors—this merger is expected to create a powerhouse in wine distribution and transportation services. Together, they offer an impressive over-the-road service portfolio that promises to streamline existing logistics processes.

George McGowen, President of Cobalt Wine Logistics, expressed excitement about the harmony between the two companies, noting that NCL’s distribution strategies align perfectly with Cobalt’s intermodal capabilities. “By combining our strengths, we are now positioned to deliver comprehensive and innovative logistics solutions for our clients,” said McGowen.

This merger will lead to enhanced efficiencies for existing and future customers by creating an integrated logistical framework capable of delivering seamless services across U.S. coasts. Tammie Pisors, President of North Coast Logistics, highlighted the enormous potential for clients to capitalize on Cobalt’s extensive international capabilities and robust demand-planning tools. She added, “Our combined expertise will create significant value for the industry, driving operational efficiencies and improved service offerings.”

With the acquisition, Cobalt plans to utilize its Napa facility as a primary storage and sorting hub. This location will be pivotal in facilitating NCL’s clients’ access to international logistics, advanced demand-planning tools, and other expanded service offerings that are essential in today’s competitive market environment. By doing so, Cobalt further solidifies its position as a leading logistics provider for the alcoholic beverage industry, servicing both eastern and western coasts of the U.S.

The terms of the acquisition deal remain confidential, but the implications are significant for both companies as they prepare for future growth while navigating an increasingly complex logistics landscape in the alcohol importation and distribution sectors.

About Cobalt Wine Logistics LLC

Cobalt is renowned for delivering end-to-end logistics solutions tailored to the wine and spirits industry, encompassing transportation, storage, and national distribution. Its climate-controlled warehousing in Napa, alongside resources in France, uniquely positions Cobalt to optimize supply chain efficiency through cutting-edge demand planning, consolidation, and distribution services.

For more information about their offerings, visit Cobalt Napa.

About North Coast Logistics Inc.

Based in Petaluma, CA, North Coast Logistics, Inc. specializes in the domestic distribution and consolidation of California wines to various U.S. states, as well as providing efficient westbound transportation services for European wine imports. Their expertise in optimizing shipping routes and utilizing efficient distribution methods, primarily focused on over-the-road trucking services, has made them a trusted name in the wine logistics space.