Trimac Transportation recently acquired Watt & Stewart, a specialized carrier serving Canada and the United States, in a strategic move that strengthens Trimac’s position as a North American leader in bulk transportation.
The addition of Watt & Stewart, which includes a large flatbed fleet, expands Trimac’s service offerings in the mining, forestry, and heavy-equipment transportation sectors. By combining their expertise, the companies will deliver “enhanced operational efficiencies, service offerings, and broader market coverage,” Trimac said.
Founded by Neil Watt and John Stewart in 1987, Watt & Stewart has grown from a small operation to running 124 tractors and 205 trailers. And with locations in Claresholm, Alberta, Canada, and Lexington, South Carolina, the company is ideally positioned to serve key mining and manufacturing hubs.
“Watt & Stewart is a remarkable company with a proud history, and we are honored to carry forward their legacy while working together to achieve new heights,” Matt Faure, Trimac president and CEO, said in a news release. “Both organizations share core values of ‘Live Safety, Do the Right Thing’ and ‘Rise to the Challenge.’
“Together, we’re better positioned to serve our customers and drive growth across North America.”
Watt & Stewart will retain its name and branding, and operate as part of Trimac’s family of companies, ensuring continuity for employees and customers, Trimac said.