Castik-backed Customs Support Group Expands into Austria with Acquisition of Trovino GmbH

Customs Support Group (CSG), headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and backed by German-based private equity Castik Capital, has expanded its European operations by acquiring Trovino GmbH, a specialist customs brokerage and airfreight services provider based at Vienna International Airport. Announced on 22 June 2026, this acquisition marks CSG’s strategic entry into Austria, completing its presence across the DACH region alongside Germany and Switzerland.

While financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, CSG has acquired 100% ownership of Trovino GmbH. The transaction is part of CSG’s broader European expansion strategy, which now spans 16 countries, including key EU and non-EU markets such as the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Norway.

Founded in 2011, Trovino GmbH has developed a strong reputation for handling complex customs brokerage and airfreight operations, particularly focusing on time-sensitive shipments, B2B2C e-commerce flows, and transit procedures across Central and Eastern Europe. The company also serves as an ENS/ICS2 air cargo filing agent at Vienna Airport, providing critical compliance services for air cargo imports and transit movements.

CSG is Europe’s leading independent provider of customs clearance and trade solutions, serving over 60,000 customers with a workforce of 1,700 customs professionals. The group offers a comprehensive range of customs services supported by advanced digital tools designed to streamline cross-border trade compliance.

John Wegman, CEO of Customs Support Group, commented, “This acquisition represents a key step in our European expansion strategy and establishes CSG’s presence in Austria, completing our footprint across all major DACH markets. It strengthens our ability to serve customers across complex airfreight and transit flows into Central and Eastern Europe.” He emphasized that the deal ensures continuity of service for existing clients while providing access to CSG’s broader international network and enhanced logistics capabilities.

The acquisition aligns with industry trends of consolidation and digital transformation in customs and trade compliance services. By integrating Trovino’s local expertise with CSG’s global platform, the group aims to improve operational efficiency and expand its service offerings to multinational customers requiring Austrian customs expertise.

Financial details such as valuation multiples or revenue figures were not disclosed. However, the deal is expected to generate synergies through cross-selling opportunities, consolidation of back-office functions, and enhanced digital customs clearance capabilities.

Looking ahead, CSG plans to integrate Trovino’s operations into its existing DACH cluster, focusing on aligning IT systems and retaining key personnel to maintain service quality. The company will also navigate regulatory compliance differences between jurisdictions to ensure seamless operations.

This acquisition is likely to intensify competition in the European customs services market, prompting rivals to increase investments in digital solutions and consider further M&A activity to broaden their geographic reach.

Overall, the deal strengthens Customs Support Group’s position as a leading customs and trade compliance provider in Europe, supporting its growth ambitions amid increasing demand for efficient cross-border trade solutions.