Business
Business

Sandy Springs-based Veritiv acquires All American Containers

Source: Veritiv
Source: Veritiv
By
Sept 5, 2017

Sandy Springs-based distributor Veritiv announced it has acquired Miami-based packaging distributor All American Containers.

Veritiv CEO Mary Laschinger said in a written statement that the deal is part of a strategy to invest in "higher growth and higher margin segments."

The deal allows the company to gain expertise in plastic, glass and metal containers, and to add distribution channels in the rigid packaging market.

Veritiv did not disclose terms of the deal, but said All American Containers has about $225 million in trailing twelve-month revenues as of June 30, 2017.

All American Containers has about 260 employees and warehouse facilities in Atlanta; Miami; Tampa; Somerset, N.J.; Pittsburgh; Chicago; Houston; Kalama, Wa.; Catano, Puerto Rico; and Simi Valley, Windsor, Santa Rosa and San Leandro, Calif.

MYAJC.COM: REAL JOURNALISM. REAL LOCAL IMPACT.

AJC Business reporter Kelly Yamanouchi keeps you updated on the latest news about Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Delta Air Lines and the airline industry in metro Atlanta and beyond. You'll find more on myAJC.com, including these stories:

Never miss a minute of what's happening in local business news. Subscribe to myAJC.com.

In other Business news:

The BBB President says the bureau issued the alert after seeing a pattern of complaints that include boosting interest rates without disclosure, harassing collection practices and losing or even claiming car titles.

About the Author

As business team lead, Kelly Yamanouchi edits and writes business stories. She graduated from Harvard and has a master's degree from Northwestern.

Follow Kelly Yamanouchi on facebookFollow Kelly Yamanouchi on twitter
More Stories

Keep Reading

A seagull flies over thousands of containers piled up at the cargo terminal of the port of Barcelona, Spain, Tuesday, April 8, 2025. (Emilio Morenatti/AP)

Credit: AP

Unsure about the economy? So are these top Georgia CEOs

Tariffs and uncertainty have these Georgia companies holding back 2025 guidance.

High-tech founder to pay initial startup costs for Georgia Tech grads

Christopher Klaus, a tech company founder, announced during his Georgia Tech commencement address he would cover the graduates’ costs to incorporate a startup.

Back-to-school shopping could cost more, maker of Carter’s, OshKosh says

Atlanta-based children's clothing retailer Carter's said its prices could be hit significantly by tariffs.

The Latest

A seagull flies over thousands of containers piled up at the cargo terminal of the port of Barcelona, Spain, Tuesday, April 8, 2025. (Emilio Morenatti/AP)

Credit: AP

Unsure about the economy? So are these top Georgia CEOs

High-tech founder to pay initial startup costs for Georgia Tech grads

$1.7 billion expansion planned in one of metro Atlanta’s most-desired communities

Featured

A new poll from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution explored what Georgians thought about the first 100 days in office of President Donald Trump’s second term. Photo illustration by Philip Robibero/AJC

Credit: Philip Robibero/AJC

Interactive: What Georgia voters think about Donald Trump’s first 100 days, the issues and 2026 election

Explore the AJC's interactive poll results to see how Georgians' opinions differ about politics based on their gender, age, race, education, income and political leaning.

Dickens administration aims to wipe out $33M deficit before budget cycle begins

According to the mayor’s office, the original $33 million deficit — about 3% of last year’s general fund budget — has already been reduced by half.

Gwinnett judge won’t apply Kemp’s new lawsuit limits to landmark trial

The judge overseeing a landmark trial in Gwinnett County refused to apply Gov. Brian Kemp’s new lawsuit-limiting legislation to the case.