French heavy lift, industrial handling, and project logistics provider SCALES has completed the acquisition of Adekma, a lifting specialist headquartered in Le Mans, France. This strategic move aims to consolidate SCALES' capabilities within critical industrial sectors. As part of the transaction, Fund for Nuclear 2, managed by Siparex, has become a significant reference shareholder in the newly formed SCALES-Adekma group.
SCALES primarily serves industries requiring specialized heavy lifting and handling services, and this acquisition is expected to enhance its operational scope and fleet. The integration of Adekma's expertise will likely expand the combined entity's service offerings and geographic reach within France, particularly in specialized lifting operations.
For freight forwarders and logistics managers, this acquisition signifies a potential consolidation of specialized heavy-lift services in the French market. It could lead to a more streamlined offering for project cargo and industrial handling, potentially simplifying procurement for complex logistics projects in the region. The increased scale of the combined entity might also offer enhanced capacity and specialized equipment availability for oversized and heavy-lift shipments, particularly for critical industrial clients.
