(PRESS RELEASE) BOUCHERVILLE, CANADA — Stéphane Chevigny, president of Intersand Canada Group, has recently announced the acquisition of the manufacturing assets of VersaPet, in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada.
This new plant now allows Intersand to increase its production capacity by more than 100,000 metric tons per year, thus positioning the company as the 2nd largest manufacturer of private labels in North America.
“The addition of this plant represents a significant asset for our group,” Chevigny said. “Its geographical position gives us the opportunity to maintain quality service for local customers and to take advantage of numerous business opportunities both in the Canadian and international markets.”
The Intersand Canada Group, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, has implemented solid business strategies that have allowed it to grow and strengthen its position as a world leader in the animal hygiene sector. This new acquisition offers an exciting expansion opportunity that will continue to prioritize Intersand’s retail customers and pet parents at the heart of the company’s strategic decisions. And, the new Etobicoke-based plant’s team, including 36 employees, will now join the Intersand team.
“Our teams are excited by the many opportunities created by this addition of talent and skills,” Chevigny added. “Because we take the respect of our staff to heart, it was essential to ensure that Etobicoke employees have the security of their jobs. We will therefore work in close collaboration with this new team so that each member feels welcomed, listened to, and appreciated.”
To learn more about Intersand, visit www.us.intersand.com.
About Intersand Canada Group
Founded in 1992, the Intersand Group specializes in a leading producer of premium cat litter. The group has 6 business units in Canada and in the United States and exports its high-end products into 60 countries through multiple channels. Intersand produces national brands and custom products for private labels.
About Intersand America Corp.
Intersand America Corp (Intersand) is a family business based in Boucherville, Quebec (Canada) that specializes in the development and production of animal hygiene solutions and cat litter in particular. Intersand develops its own brands and also acts as a supplier of private label litters for several retailers. This leader in its field now exports high-quality litters to specialized pet supplies stores into 60 countries around the world. The company has its own research and development center. Thanks to the work of its skilled and committed team over the past 30 years, Intersand has become renowned for its daring, innovation and a deep respect for pets and their owners. In 2020, Intersand expanded their operations with the opening of a US-based Headquarters in Windsor, Colorado. For more information, visit www.us.intersand.com.