Gravis, a leading North American provider of engineered dry bulk transportation packaging solutions, today announced that it has acquired Western Packaging Solutions, a distributor of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs), woven polypropylene bags, and BOPP woven bags serving customers across a broad range of industries in North America.
“This acquisition represents an important step in strengthening our position as North America’s leading provider of bulk transportation packaging by meaningfully expanding our Canadian presence and footprint” said Vishal Rao, CEO at Gravis.
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Western Packaging Solutions has built a strong reputation for supplying high-quality bulk packaging solutions and managing global sourcing relationships. The company operates with a team of professionals across the Canada, United States, and India.
"This transaction is a great outcome for our team. We’re proud of the unique platform we’ve built at Western Packaging Solutions and believe that partnering with Gravis positions the business well for its next phase of growth.” Said Josh Sevy, Co-founder of Western Packaging Solutions “With their resources, industry expertise, and strategic vision, we are confident the company will continue to scale and deliver best-in-class solutions to our customers."
The addition of Western Packaging Solutions enhances Gravis’ scale in core end markets while further strengthening its sourcing network and commercial capabilities. The combined organization will continue to focus on delivering high-quality packaging solutions and dependable supply for customers across a wide range of industrial applications.
Integration efforts are currently underway, and customers can expect continuity in service, operations, and relationships as the companies come together.
Advisors
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP and Akerman LLP acted as legal counsel to Gravis, and Mesirow served as buy‑side financial advisor. BLP Avocats served as legal counsel to Western Packaging Solutions. Baker Tilly Montreal LLP served as financial advisor.
Gravis is the largest provider of custom bulk transportation packaging solutions in North America. With more than 50 years of trusted service to both small businesses and Fortune 500 companies, Gravis offers a comprehensive range of dry bulk transportation packaging, including Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs), bulk liners, container liners, 10-50 kg bags, pallet liners, and plastic pallets. More than just a supplier, Gravis boasts an experienced engineering team dedicated to delivering the ideal bulk packaging solution every time.
