TC Transcontinental: Aims to Grow In-Store Marketing with Middleton Group Acquisition

Deal News | Jun 23, 2025 | Globenewswire

TC Transcontinental: Aims to Grow In-Store Marketing with Middleton Group Acquisition

TC Transcontinental, a prominent player in North America's flexible packaging and Canadian retail services, has announced the acquisition of Middleton Group. This strategic move aims to bolster its in-store marketing capabilities and assert a leading position in this high-growth market. Based in Markham, Ontario, Middleton Group has been providing retail marketing solutions since 1952, boasting a workforce of 65. The acquisition aligns with TC Transcontinental's strategic objectives, leveraging its existing scale and capacity in the in-store customer experience niche. With the integration of Middleton Group, TC Transcontinental will enhance its creative and innovative offering to North American retailers. The acquisition emerges against the backdrop of TC Transcontinental's significant growth in ISM, a segment now contributing over $200 million in annual revenues. Both parties express optimism, citing enhanced growth prospects and expanded service capabilities as key synergy areas. As TC Transcontinental advances its business model, this acquisition exemplifies its commitment to growth through strategic partnerships.

Sectors

  • Retail Marketing
  • Packaging and Printing

Geography

  • Canada – Both TC Transcontinental and Middleton Group have operations concentrated in Canada, and this region represents a primary geographical area for the deal.
  • United States – TC Transcontinental's operations span North America, including significant activities and target markets in the United States.

Industry

  • Retail Marketing – The acquisition is positioned within the retail marketing industry, focusing on in-store marketing and point-of-purchase display solutions.
  • Packaging and Printing – TC Transcontinental is a leader in flexible packaging and printing services, which are integral to their operational model and market offerings.

Financials

  • Over $200 million – The revenue generated by TC Transcontinental's ISM business in the fiscal year ended October 27, 2024.
  • $2.8 billion – Revenues generated by TC Transcontinental during the fiscal year ended October 27, 2024.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
TC TranscontinentalBidding CompanyCompanyA leader in flexible packaging and retail services, based in North America, and the acquiring entity in this transaction.
Middleton GroupTarget CompanyCompanyA provider of retail services and point-of-purchase display solutions, based in Markham, Ontario, and the company being acquired.
Patrick BrayleySenior Vice President, Retail Services & Printing SectorPersonAn executive at TC Transcontinental who commented on the acquisition.
Rob StrattonCEOPersonCEO of Middleton Group, who provided insights on the acquisition's impact.