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Kent Road Capital (KRC) today announced the establishment of Bloor Street Flexibles<\/a>, a new platform company dedicated to the flexible packaging sector. In conjunction with the platform\u2019s 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 United States and Canada.<\/p>\n Bloor Street Flexibles was formed in partnership with Dave Timm<\/strong>, an industry veteran with over three decades of leadership experience in the flexible packaging industry. Timm will serve as a key strategic partner in driving the platform\u2019s growth, bringing a track record of operational excellence and value creation from his tenure at industry leaders including Charter Next Generation<\/a> and Pregis<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cThe 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,\u201d KRC said in a statement, adding that the platform will focus on acquiring and integrating high-performing flexible packaging manufacturers focused on producing specialty films and sustainable packaging solutions.<\/p>\n \u201cWe are thrilled to launch Bloor Street Flexibles and to partner with Dave Timm, whose expertise and reputation in the industry is first class,\u201d said David Mansell, Managing Partner at KRC<\/strong>. \u201cThe flexible packaging industry is at an inflection point, with customers increasingly demanding sustainable, high-performance solutions. By combining Dave\u2019s operational vision with Kent Road\u2019s patient capital and strategic resources, we are building a premier platform capable of delivering exceptional value to customers.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI am excited to partner with the Kent Road team to build Bloor Street Flexibles into a market leader,\u201d Timm said. \u201cWe 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.\u201d<\/p>\n Torys LLP and Lavery served as legal counsel to Kent Road Capital. Portage Point Partners served as financial advisor to Kent Road Capital.<\/p>\n 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. For more information, visit www.kentroadcapital.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nAbout Kent Road Capital<\/strong><\/h4>\n