“Direct Pallets is a well-invested business, and the exceptional five-acre site complements our growing national network, so the fit was good. Our combined companies will deliver enhanced security of supply through access to our well-established pallet supply chain. Customers will also benefit from our exceptional combined in-house industry knowledge and technical competence.
“Together, we will deliver industry-leading, innovative service developments to support our customers, particularly in relation to their sustainability and environmental objectives, by offering a mix of new and reconditioned pallets as well as our unique recovery service.”
Direct Pallets was founded in 1997, and like Scott Pallets is a family-owned business. Its 40 employees will transfer across to Scott Pallets and will trade as Scott Pallets with immediate effect.
Tosca Has Finalized Its Acquisition of Contraload NV
Tosca, an innovator in reusable packaging and supply chain solutions and leading RPC rental service in North America,, has finalized the acquisition of Contraload NV, a leader in plastic pallet pooling in the United Kingdom and European Union.
The acquisition of Contraload enables Tosca to service supply chains end to end, from the first mile to the last mile. It also expands Tosca’s geographic reach and increases its product portfolio. Together the combined company offers customers more flexibility and better service.
AUGUST 2020
Scott Group Acquires Direct Pallets
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