Kent Road Capital (“KRC”) today announced the establishment of Bloor Street Flexibles, a new platform company dedicated to the flexible packaging sector. In conjunction with the platform’s launch, Bloor Street Flexibles has completed its inaugural acquisition of a leading manufacturer of sustainable and innovative flexible films serving the food & beverage, agriculture, and industrial markets across the U.S. and Canada.

Bloor Street Flexibles was formed in partnership with Dave Timm, an industry veteran with over three decades of leadership experience in the flexible packaging industry. Mr. Timm will serve as a key strategic partner in driving the platform’s growth, bringing a track record of operational excellence and value creation from his tenure at industry leaders including Charter Next Generation and Pregis.

The establishment of Bloor Street Flexibles represents a strategic entry into the North American flexible packaging market, a sector characterized by resilient demand and increasing opportunities for consolidation and innovation. The platform will focus on acquiring and integrating high-performing flexible packaging manufacturers focused on producing speciality films and sustainable packaging solutions.

“We are thrilled to launch Bloor Street Flexibles and to partner with Dave Timm, whose expertise and reputation in the industry is first class,” said David Mansell, Managing Partner at KRC. “The flexible packaging industry is at an inflection point, with customers increasingly demanding sustainable, high-performance solutions. By combining Dave’s operational vision with Kent Road’s patient capital and strategic resources, we are building a premier platform capable of delivering exceptional value to customers.”

“I am excited to partner with the Kent Road team to build Bloor Street Flexibles into a market leader,” said Dave Timm. “We see a tremendous opportunity to partner with businesses that are at the forefront of sustainability and operational excellence. Our first acquisition is a perfect example of the high-quality, innovation-led companies we aim to support.”

Torys LLP and Lavery served as legal counsel to Kent Road Capital. Portage Point Partners served as financial advisor to Kent Road Capital.

About Kent Road Capital

Kent Road Capital is a Toronto-based private equity firm that invests in industrials and services businesses with strong growth potential. Founded by experienced investors and operators, the firm partners with management teams to build enduring value through operational improvements, strategic acquisitions, and long-term capital support. KRC prioritizes alignment of interest and integrity to help businesses flourish. For more information, please visit www.kentroadcapital.com.

About Bloor Street Flexibles

Bloor Street Flexibles is a family of companies dedicated to delivering exceptional flexible packaging solutions to the food, agriculture, and industrial sectors in the U.S. and Canada. Prioritizing innovation and sustainability, Bloor Street Flexibles offers tailor-made, high-performance, and recyclable film solutions that meet the evolving needs of the market. For more information, please visit www.bloorstreetflexibles.com.

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Kent Road Capital establishes Bloor Street Flexibles and announces inaugural acquisition.