Crowley takes over compatriot NVOCC Tamarind Consolidated

US-based Crowley has acquired a compatriot non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC) Tamarind Consolidated that provides logistics services from the US to the British Virgin Islands.

The deal will transition Tamarind’s operations and services to Crowley, a move that is expected to bolster the company’s end-to-end supply chain capabilities for the Caribbean region where it has provided ocean shipping, warehousing and distribution, customs brokerage, insurance and door delivery for more than 60 years.

“Tamarind and Crowley are a natural fit with our shared understanding of the supply chain needs of customers in the British Virgin Islands and the companies’ commitment to being a lasting partner for customers,” said Brett Bennett, senior vice president and general manager of Crowley Logistics.

Tamarind introduced the first containerised cargo service from the US to Virgin Gorda in 1985. The company’s president Ralph Nazario will transition to Crowley in a consulting role.

“Crowley has the capabilities and technology to elevate the service we offer to the importers in Virgin Gorda, and I am confident the evolution by merging with Crowley will provide our customers with the customer service and logistics capabilities they need to succeed and grow,” Nazario said.