Amerit Fleet Solutions Enters Canadian Market with Acquisition of Pro Reefer
Amerit Fleet Solutions, a leading provider of fleet maintenance and fleet solutions, today announced the acquisition of Pro Reefer, a Canada-based fleet maintenance provider specializing in refrigerated trailer (“reefer”) units.
This landmark acquisition strengthens Amerit’s refrigerated fleet service offerings and officially expands the company's footprint into Canada, enhancing operational support for commercial accounts across both the U.S. and Canadian markets.
Founded in 1998 with a dedicated focus on transport refrigeration systems, Pro Reefer has spent over 28 years serving customers in food distribution, cold chain logistics, and temperature-sensitive freight. The company has built a strong reputation for high-quality maintenance, advanced diagnostics, preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and compliance-driven service solutions. Pro Reefer's leadership team will remain in place to drive the brand's integration into the broader Amerit network.
“Pro Reefer’s deep technical expertise in refrigerated equipment, excellent and tenured leadership team, and strong entrepreneurial culture make the company a fantastic fit for Amerit,” said Ross Rachey, Chief Executive Officer of Amerit Fleet Solutions. “This acquisition allows us to further support customers while expanding our service capabilities and geographic reach in Canada.”
The corporate development reflects Amerit’s continued investment in fleet solutions and its long-term strategy to support complex fleet operations across multiple asset types and geographies.
“We are excited to join Amerit and become part of an organization that shares our commitment to reliability, safety, and service excellence,” said Thomas Vandermeer, President and Founder of Pro Reefer. “I am honored to lead this organization into our next chapter, which will enable us to deliver even greater value to our customers while continuing to specialize in the reefer services they depend on.”
