Private Equity Firm STG Acquires Carrier Logistics to Boost AI Technology

Key Details Carrier Logistics Inc., a transportation management software provider for less-than-truckload carriers, has been acquired by private equity firm STG Partners. The acquisition was announced April 13 and focuses on accelerating development of agentic artificial intelligence capabilities across CLI's platform. What's Changing STG plans to integrate advanced AI frameworks into CLI's core architecture to create an AI-native operating system for terminal-based motor carriers in the LTL and last-mile sectors. The new platform will feature AI agents capable of autonomous dispatch, routing optimization, and terminal operations management, including predictive modeling for dock workflows. Why It Matters These AI-driven tools are designed to help carriers remain competitive by automating routine logistics tasks and reducing dwell time. STG managing director Rushi Kulkarni noted that the LTL industry has abundant data but lacks actionable intelligence, and the goal is to automate mundane tasks while keeping human operators central to critical decisions. What Carriers Should Know CLI President Ben Wiesen emphasized the company's commitment to serving customers through enhanced support capabilities under new ownership. The investment aims to deliver tools that address real operational challenges while maintaining carrier control over key decision-making processes.