Gaziantep, Turkey–based Göktaşlar Et has made a major move in global livestock transportation by acquiring one of the world’s largest live animal shipping companies, purchasing Australia-based Wellard’s shipping capacity for AUD 82 million (USD 51 million).

Danista Capital Partners (IMAP Turkey) acted as exclusive financial advisor to Göktaşlar Et throughout this strategic transaction.

Founded in 1998 by Şerif Göktaş on an 84-decare plot of land, Göktaşlar Et initially operated in the meat sector until 2006. In 2008, the company expanded by establishing a modern feedlot facility with a capacity of 73,000 head of livestock on 500 decares of land. Today, Göktaşlar Et exports red meat and live animals to 18 countries, positioning itself as a leading player in the global meat trade.

The acquired maritime business will continue its operations under the name Meteors Shipping. With this acquisition, Göktaşlar Et aims to strengthen its logistics infrastructure in live animal trade and further solidify its presence in international markets.

The team from Danista Capital Partners is proud to have supported Göktaşlar Et at every stage of this landmark acquisition and to have contributed to this remarkable achievement.