Canada Cartage expands service offerings in temperature-sensitive deliveries with the acquisition of Cam-Scott Transport Ltd.
[TORONTO, ON] Canada Cartage is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cam-Scott Transport Ltd., a leading provider of temperature-sensitive delivery services based in Whitby, Ontario.
With over 150 tractors and 250 reefer trailers, Cam-Scott specializes in the food and beverage sector in Ontario, and services these customers with deliveries across Canada and the United States. The company’s head office and main terminal has a 24-door cross-dock, maintenance shop, and office based at 1900 Boundary Road in Whitby. Cam-Scott has approximately 150 employees comprised of drivers, mechanics, and office staff.
“Cam-Scott is very successful and growing transport company,” said Canada Cartage President and CEO Jeff Lindsay. “Their specialization in temperature-controlled fresh, frozen, and dry goods is a great fit with Canada Cartage’s customer base in the grocery and retail food and beverage sectors. Combining our two companies will help us to grow in these important market segments. I want to welcome the new team members from Cam-Scott and wish them much success at Canada Cartage.”
Adds Cam-Scott Transport owner and President Glenn Weddel, “…I know that Canada Cartage is a great fit for both our staff and our customers as we bring the companies together. It will provide more opportunities for our employees, and additional services across Canada for our customers.”
Canada Cartage has extended employment to all Cam-Scott drivers and staff. Glenn Weddel will be staying on to ensure a smooth transition, and day-to-day operations will be the responsibility of Cam-Scott General Manager Stephanie Chandler.
Left Lane Associates assisted in the transaction and is excited to see Cam-Scott Transport join the growing Canada Cartage group of companies.
About Canada Cartage
Founded in 1914, Canada Cartage is one of the country’s largest transportation and logistics service providers. The company provides dedicated contract fleet transportation, fulfillment and distribution services, managed transportation, general freight, and final mile delivery in both the B2C and B2B segments.