Mullen Group Acquires ContainerWorld Forwarding Services
January 17, 2024
Mullen Group Ltd. has acquired Richmond, British Columbia-based ContainerWorld Forwarding Services Inc., adding a leading beverage-alcohol-focused logistics provider to its network. ContainerWorld will operate as an independent, wholly owned subsidiary, with founder Dennis Chrismas remaining in his role; the business is expected to generate roughly CAD 150 million in annualized revenue and expand Mullen's reach in Western Canada.
- Buyers
- Mullen Group Ltd.
- Targets
- ContainerWorld Forwarding Services Inc.
- Industry
- Logistics & Distribution
- Location
- British Columbia, Canada
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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