TransLogix acquires Transit Computer Systems

Stephen Withers
Wednesday, 27 January 2010 09:40

IT Industry - Strategy

Transport and logistics developer TransLogix International has acquired Transit Computer Systems for its routing and scheduling expertise.

TransLogix International is continuing its expansion by acquiring Transit Computer Systems, the developer of the Odyssey routing and scheduling software.

Odyssey is used by well-known companies including Woolworths Home Shop, George Weston Foods, Goodman Fielder, Nestle Dairy Products, PaperlinX and Toll Auto Logistics to optimise transport operations.

TransLogix's customers are predominantly transport, logistics and freight operators.

According to TransLogix MD Anselm Waterfield, the two companies have previously worked together.

"The combined forces of TransLogix and Transit's proven capabilities create a significant player in the Australian logistics marketplace and bring the benefits of much needed scale and competitive pricing, he said.

Waterfield also notes that many logistic packages are developed in the US and come with pricetags that are unrealistic for the scale of many Australian operators.

"The development of Australian IP for local transport and logistics conditions is key to continuing productivity improvements in the industry," he said.

Transit MD Nicola Williams said "Our customers will benefit from the integrated product range and expanded R&D capability. They will also have access to greater face-to-face contact through the local TransLogix presence in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Auckland."

Williams will become general manager of TransLogix's Transit division, and all Transit staff will retain their current roles. The expanded TransLogix operation in Melbourne will move to larger premises.

Financial terms were not disclosed.