US-based Merritt acquires Magnum Trailer & Equipment, unlocking new potential across aluminium truck accessories

US-based Merritt, one of the leading manufacturers of livestock and gooseneck trailers, with a legacy spanning nearly 75 years, has announced a strategic move that aims to strengthen its foothold and expand capabilities across aluminium truck accessories. The Merritt family of companies comprising of Merritt Aluminum Products and Merritt Trailers announced the acquisition of Magnum Trailer & Equipment, a renowned British Columbia-based company.

With this acquisition, the company now employs around  than 520 team members across North America, with operations spanning five locations and over 400,000 square feet of production and service center space. This strategic alignment will enable the combined team to offer a comprehensive, front-to-back aluminium solution for customers in the heavy-duty trucking industry. Known for its expertise in three key areas—Truck Accessories, Trailer Manufacturing, and Service—Magnum brings added innovation and strength to our expanding portfolio.

"The acquisition of Magnum by Merritt brings an exciting new chapter for Magnum. Our values align well, and our product lines complement each other. We look forward to driving growth strategically together," said Andrew Taylor, CEO of Magnum Trailer & Equipment.

Magnum Trailer & Equipment's Truck Accessories division, renowned for its durable aluminium moose guards and modular front-end protection systems for Class 8 trucks, will be closely integrated with Merritt Aluminum Products.

"This acquisition is not only strategic, but also personal. Our family's roots are in the Pacific Northwest, where our company was founded nearly 75 years ago. We've long served both the PNW and Western Canada, and it feels like a homecoming to now welcome Magnum Trailer & Equipment, located in beautiful British Columbia, into our family," added Taylor Merritt.

How will this acquisition benefit Merritt?

• From tough front-end protection to intelligently designed storage solutions, the combined product line offers exceptional coverage and versatility for both heavy-duty and light-duty truck customers.
• Customers will enjoy enhanced product availability and quicker, more responsive service, thanks to an expanded geographic reach.
• The integration of engineering teams and resources through this acquisition accelerates innovative product development and shortens time-to-market.
• The acquisition unlocks new opportunities for shared technologies, streamlined supply chains, and groundbreaking design innovation across all business divisions.

"This acquisition reinforces our strategic vision to deliver the best aluminium products in the market by combining the strengths of both organisations. It's about creating more value for our customers, expanding innovation, and honouring the shared values that make both companies successful," said Taylor Merritt, CEO of Merritt Companies.