Boosting Port of Charleston operations, Nova acquires A&R Bulk-Pak

A&R's bulk transfer, warehousing, and logistics services will be paired with Nova's Harbor Logistics to offer more supply chain solutions around the Port of Charleston.

FleetOwner Staff

Dec. 18, 2023

2 min read

Infrastructure investment firm Nova Infrastructure recently acquired A&R Bulk-Pak, a provider of contract packaging, transloading, warehousing, and other supply chain services for the petrochemical industry. The company said the acquisition will strengthen Nova's bulk and chemical operations in and around Charleston, South Carolina.

"Over the past decade, the Port of Charleston has been one of the fastest-growing export hubs for the North American chemicals industry, and A&R has grown into a leading provider of critical supply chain solutions during that time," said Allison Kingsley, founder and partner of Nova Infrastructure. "We believe this industry will continue to be a leading exporter into large and high-growth global end markets, and we are excited to support A&R as it expands its service offerings, grows its market footprint, and further entrenches its long-term customer relationships."

Located 26 miles from the Port of Charleston in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, A&R operates a 240,000 sq. ft. warehouse, which features two high-speed automated packaging lines, rail access to the CSX main line, and onsite storage for over 120 railcars. The facility focuses on transloading and packaging polyethylene pellets for a blue-chip customer base composed of chemical producers and trading houses.

"Ever since Avinoam Ron founded A&R in 1985, we have worked hard to establish a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety, which has afforded us the privilege to serve some of the leading global chemical producers and traders," said Jason Blinkoff, executive VP of A&R. "Our partnership with Nova will allow A&R to pursue growth opportunities in support of our customers' long-term strategic goals."

With this acquisition, A&R also entered a partnership agreement with Harbor Logistics, which is among Nova's portfolio. Harbor provides transportation, logistics, and warehousing services in Charleston. The deal aligns Harbor, A&R, and Nova as long-term partners to deliver a broader suite of supply chain solutions. The partnership will use each company's resources, operational capabilities, and experience to develop, construct, finance, and operate specialized logistics infrastructure across North America.