Investing in a premier manufacturer of specialty refuse collection vehicles to support growth.
Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Quebec, Labrie Environmental Group (“Labrie”) is a leading manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles across North America. Labrie’s marquee product, the automated side loader, offers customers superior compacting, faster cycle times and a lower total cost of ownership. The Company has three manufacturing facilities, located in Quebec, Georgia, and Mexico.
Transaction
Wynnchurch acquired Labrie in September 2020.
Opportunity
Labrie represented an opportunity to acquire a market leading manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles serving attractive residential end markets.
Strategy
Wynnchurch will partner with management to help drive both organic and inorganic growth through increasing production capacity, penetrating new markets, and expanding aftermarket offerings.