Metro Supply Chain Acquires SCI Group

Metro Supply Chain Acquires UK-based Century Logistics Ltd

March 1, 2022

Logistics & Distribution

Canadian logistics operator Metro Supply Chain (via its UK division) acquired Century Logistics Ltd, a Suffolk-based third-party logistics provider that operates seven distribution sites. The deal expands Metro's UK and European footprint and broadens its warehousing, co-packing and e-commerce fulfillment capabilities for customers looking to scale into North America.

Metro Supply Chain Acquires Quick Contractors

October 11, 2024

Logistics & Distribution

Metro Supply Chain Inc. has acquired Quick Contractors, a North American managed network of independent contractors and installers. Quick Contractors will operate as a specialty service within Metro Supply Chain's Last-Mile Transportation Solutions to expand the combined company's home delivery and installation capabilities for retailers and consumers.

Pilot Freight Services Acquires Metro New York Franchise

November 4, 2020

Logistics & Distribution

Pilot Freight Services, a Glen Mills, Pennsylvania–based transportation and logistics provider backed by ATL Partners and British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI), acquired the Metro New York franchise effective November 1, 2020. The franchise and its employees will be integrated into Pilot to increase the company’s operational control and capacity in the high-volume Metro New York inbound and last-mile market, expanding its heavy/bulky and white-glove delivery capabilities.

Descartes Systems Group Acquires Supply Vision

January 6, 2023

Logistics & Distribution

Descartes Systems Group has acquired Supply Vision, a Phoenix-based provider of shipment management solutions for North American Logistics Service Providers (LSPs). The deal was for approximately $12 million in cash up front plus up to $3 million in performance-based earn-outs, and is intended to expand Descartes' capabilities for LSP digitization and complement its existing portfolio of LSP solutions.

Rainier Partners Acquires Majority Stake in SCI Flooring

July 10, 2023

Building Products

Rainier Partners has made a majority investment in SCI Flooring, a Michigan-headquartered full-service floor covering provider operating in Michigan and Kansas. The transaction acquires the business from Corridor Capital, which had previously grown SCI through operational improvements and add-on acquisitions; Rainier will support geographic and operational expansion and continued M&A.

Canada Cartage Acquires Stalco Inc.

January 11, 2021

Logistics & Distribution

Canada Cartage has acquired Stalco Inc., a Toronto-based third-party logistics provider specializing in e-commerce fulfillment, inventory management, and cross-border shipping. Stalco will operate under its existing brand and be integrated with Canada Cartage’s fulfillment and distribution division (CCLS), with existing staff and management remaining in place.