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JULY 28, 2026
WiseTech Global acquires FRDM
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FRDM
FRDM appears to be a supply chain software company acquired by WiseTech Global, though specific product details are not clearly stated in the headline.
OwnershipVC-backed
InvestorsEagle Venture Fund, MIGMIR, The Blaisdell Living Trust
Capital raised$1.99M
Headcount26 FTEs
HeadquartersSan Francisco, California
Leadership
Justin Dillon, CEO & Founder
Sell-side advisor
ACQUIRER
WiseTech Global
develops and sells logistics execution software and supply chain technology under the CargoWise platform, serving logistics providers and enterprises globally
OwnershipPublicly traded (ASX: WTC)
Headcount3,600 FTEs
HeadquartersAlexandria, New South Wales, Australia
Leadership
Zubin Appoo, Chief Executive Officer
Buy-side advisor
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