Mullen Group Acquires Pacific Northwest (PNW) Moving

Mullen Group Acquires ContainerWorld Forwarding Services

January 17, 2024

Logistics & Distribution

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.

Mullen Group Acquires B. & R. Eckel's Transport Ltd.

May 1, 2023

Logistics & Distribution

Mullen Group Ltd. has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire B. & R. Eckel's Transport Ltd., a Bonnyville, Alberta-based trucking and logistics operator. The acquisition, funded from Mullen's cash and credit lines, adds 16 facilities, a fleet of ~400 power units and over 950 trailers, ~420 employees and approximately $85.0 million in annualized revenue, expanding Mullen's presence in Northeastern Alberta and energy-focused hauling capabilities.

Bekins Northwest Acquires Merchants Moving & Storage (Bremerton)

August 3, 2020

Logistics & Distribution

Bekins Northwest, based in Olympia, Washington, has acquired Merchants Moving & Storage in Bremerton, WA to expand its footprint in Kitsap County and better serve military and local customers. The purchase adds a strategic branch that helps Bekins Northwest cover every military installation in Washington and marks its 11th location in the state.

Mullen Group Acquires Bandstra Group of Companies

April 16, 2021

Transportation

Mullen Group Ltd. (TSX: MTL) acquired the Bandstra Group of Companies, including Bandstra Transportation Systems Ltd. and Babine Truck & Equipment Ltd., in a transaction that closed April 16, 2021. The acquisition expands Mullen's presence and service capabilities in western Canada, adding Bandstra's fleet, terminals and OEM dealership operations primarily across northern British Columbia.

Mullen Group Acquires International Warehousing & Distribution Inc.

October 2, 2020

Logistics & Distribution

Mullen Group Ltd. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire International Warehousing & Distribution Inc. (IWD), a Mississauga-based customs sufferance warehousing and import/export delivery provider serving the Greater Toronto Area. The acquisition expands Mullen Group's logistics and warehousing footprint in the Greater Toronto Area and eastern Canada; IWD founder Steve Cox will remain during the transition period.

Swire Shipping Acquires Westwood Shipping Lines

June 30, 2022

Transportation

Swire Shipping has completed the acquisition of Westwood Shipping Lines from J-WeSco Ltd., expanding Swire’s liner network and vertically integrating its Pacific Northwest–Northeast Asia services. Westwood, headquartered in Puyallup, Washington, will continue operating its niche vessel services while benefiting from Swire’s broader container, network and project capabilities.