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Strait Link to acquire Monson Logistics bringing together complementary strengths

Strait Link to acquire Monson Logistics bringing together complementary strengths

MELBOURNE, 19 October 2026 – Strait Link has entered into an agreement with Bruce Monson to acquire Monson Logistics, a long-established Tasmanian freight and logistics business.

Geoff Gruebner, Chief Executive Officer, Strait Link, said the acquisition was a natural next step for two businesses as Bruce and the Monson Logistics team have worked together with Strait Link for many years.

Monson Logistics employs some 100 people, operates a fleet of 65 prime movers and has four depots across Burnie, Bell Bay, Hobart and Derrimut in Melbourne. It is estimated to handle around 80–90% of international freight into Tasmania.

“Monson Logistics brings more than three decades of proven experience, deep roots in the North-West Tasmanian community, enduring customer relationships, and specialist international shipping and project logistics capabilities that strongly complement our domestic shipping and logistics network,” said Mr. Gruebner.

“Monson Logistics will continue to operate as a standalone business under its existing name, with no changes planned for employees, customers or day-to-day operations”, he said.

Bruce Monson, Monson Logistics founder and owner said the timing was right to sell the business.

“Having worked with Strait Link for some time, we know they understand our people, our customers and what has made Monson Logistics successful. I’m confident they are the right owner to take the business forward.

“We’re incredibly proud of what our team has built over the last 34 years. The time is now right for me to transition to retirement.”

The transaction is expected to be completed in the coming months.

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