ACQUISITIONS AND EXPANSIONS
American Trailer World ( ATW ®), a manufacturer , distributor and retailer of trailers , announced the acquisition of Marius Garon , Inc ., a Quebec City-based distributor of trailer parts and towing accessories .
Deksia , a creative marketing and digital company , announced its agreement to combine with Anvil Media to create a powerful agency experience for clients .
Boreas Campers announced a move of its manufacturing and headquarters to Pueblo , Colorado in the spring of 2022 , a key component of its strategy to meet the increased demand for its offroad camper trailers .
Global tire and wheel assembler Taskmaster Components announced its partnership with American Tire Distributors ’ 3PL division FLX > FWD to distribute trailer tire and wheel assemblies throughout the USA .
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Blue Ox , a trusted name in manufacturing quality recreational towing products , announced the promotion of Chad Cole to Director of Automotive Sales .
Hillsboro Industries announced the recipients of its 2021 Dealer Awards , given to members of the manufacturer ’ s dealer network for achievements in sales in the past year .
LaVanture Products Company was named the 2021 Business of the Year by the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce .
DexKo Global Inc . announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary , Dexter Axle Company (“ Dexter ”) acquired HiSpec Wheel & Tire , Inc . (“ HiSpec ”), located in Mishawaka , IN .
Keystone Automotive Operations , a leading wholesale distributor and marketer of automotive , RV , and marine aftermarket products and services , announced the opening of its newest distribution center in Ocoee , Florida .
Optronics International celebrated its 50th anniversary celebration with the announcement that it will be moving its North American headquarters into a new 200,000-square-foot facility on a 17-acre campus .
Novae LLC , one of the fastest-growing trailer manufacturers in North America , acquired the assets of Mirage Trailers LLC . The company also announced the acquisition of LOOK Trailers , the largest manufacturer of cargo trailers in the United States .
Polar King Mobile , a manufacturer of small refrigerated and freezer trailer solutions , announced Early Trailer Sales , LLC as a representative of the company in Central Texas ., O ’ Reilly Equipment as a representative of the company in Northeast Ohio and Wallace Trailers as the recipient of its first-ever Dealer of the Year award .
NATDA NEWS
NATDA has partnered with Hilb Group – a leading national broker – to provide NATDA members a full suite of transportation related insurance coverages .
NEW PRODUCTS AND UPDATES
Felling Trailers ’ Air Tilt model underwent design modifications to increase operator ease of use and safety , one of which was the fixed approach ramp , which was extended in length from 14 ” to 22 ”. The company also continues to go “ green ” with its patent-pending Air Operated Bi-fold Ramps system . continued on page 14
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