Montvale, NJ — January 9, 2026 — SeaCube Cold Solutions, backed by SeaCube Container Leasing, the leading investor in refrigerated equipment, has acquired Martin Container, the long-standing and well-established portable cold storage container company serving the West Coast. This strategic alignment brings together SeaCube’s expanding national infrastructure with Martin’s trusted regional expertise, creating a more connected and responsive cold storage network for customers across the United States.

Since launching in 2025, SeaCube Cold Solutions has focused exclusively on portable cold storage, providing dedicated, reliable refrigeration solutions to grocery retailers, food distributors, agriculture, festivals, restaurants, pharmaceuticals, and logistics operators as well as other industries. Martin Container further strengthens that commitment, adding nearly 50 years of customer relationships and service excellence throughout California, Arizona, and Nevada.

“This acquisition enhances both scale and regional strength,” said James Armstrong, SVP of SeaCube Cold Solutions. “Martin’s long-standing reputation and operational depth complement our growing national platform, allowing us to deliver faster, more flexible cold storage solutions where customers need them most.”

Bringing Together Two Leaders for a Stronger West Coast Presence

Demand for portable cold storage continues to rise across the Southwest and Pacific regions. With Martin Container’s strategically located operations near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach now integrated into SeaCube’s depot and transportation network, customers will benefit from:

• Faster delivery and improved regional coverage
• Increased service capacity backed by SeaCube’s national fleet
• Expanded access to energy-efficient refrigeration technology
• Enhanced reliability supported by digital monitoring systems

The result is a more resilient, more responsive service model for industries that depend on portable cold storage to protect product quality and reduce waste.

A Smooth, Stable Transition with Stronger Customer Benefits

Customers of both companies can expect a smooth, stable transition with full continuity of day-to-day operations, supported by new advantages. The Martin Container team will continue delivering the same reliable service they’ve provided for decades, now backed by SeaCube’s national resources, technology, and expertise. With an expanded distribution network, customers will also benefit from faster delivery and improved regional coverage across California, Arizona, and Nevada.

“This partnership is an evolution of who we are,” said Charlie Martin, CFO of Martin Container. “We’re building on our legacy by joining a company that shares our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service.”

The combination of SeaCube Cold Solutions and Martin Container strengthens the cold storage landscape across the country, uniting national capability with established regional expertise. This acquisition preserves Martin’s trusted local presence while accelerating SeaCube’s ability to deliver reliable, scalable, and sustainable portable cold storage nationwide.

Sapling Financial Consultants Inc. served as financial advisor to SeaCube in connection with the acquisition.

Flexicon’s newest PNEUMATI-CON® dilute phase vacuum conveying system is designed to facilitate dust-free manual dumping and the conveying of materials from small bags or sacks. Additionally, it includes the capability to unload materials from containers using a handheld pick-up wand.

Mounted on a carbon steel access platform, the bag dumping station includes a stainless steel hopper with a dust hood that features a glove box. Using the gloves, the operator pulls bags of material from an adjacent table through an opening in the hood’s sidewall and onto a grate. Each bag is emptied without any material contacting the operator's skin. Emptied bags are then passed through the opposite side wall opening into a bag compactor.

Dust generated from bag dumping, disposal, and compaction is drawn away from the operator and onto the system's two cartridge filters. Timed blasts of compressed air shake the dust build-up on the filter surfaces, which falls into the hopper. Filters are readily accessed and for removal and replacement.

The compactor’s cylinder can compress up to 80 bags into a removable bin. All compactor access points are equipped with safety interlocks that prevent operation of the compactor unless all points are closed.

A handheld pickup wand is used to unload open containers from floor level.  The wand is plumbed to the conveying line via a flexible hose, constructed of clear PVC with a static conductive wire and is compliant with regulations for handling dry food and pharmaceutical materials.

Both lines converge at a two-way diverter valve, which directs the flow of material from either source to the filter receiver. The filter receiver is typically mounted above a material use point and separates solids from the airstream using filter media and gravity. A rotary airlock valve at the base of the filter receiver meters the material into the receiving vessel. The filter receiver also features reverse-pulse jet filter cleaning to dislodge accumulated particles from the filter surfaces.

All conveying lines can be routed vertically and in any horizontal direction. They can also pass through openings in walls or ceilings.

Coquitlam, B.C., January 7, 2026 – , one of Canada’s fastest-growing yerba mate and kombucha beverage brands, has officially transitioned 100 percent of its manufacturing to Canada, marking a significant investment in domestic production and a new chapter in the company’s long-term growth.

Its kombucha line continues to be brewed at Cooler Co.’s facility in Coquitlam, B.C., while its yerba mate is now produced at National Dry in Toronto, Ontario, an organic-certified facility capable of producing up to 800 cans per minute. Together, the two sites form an all-Canadian, coast-to-coast production model.

“Cooler Co. is incredibly proud to bring all of our production home,” says Dan Larsen, Co-Founder and CEO of Cooler Co. “This move represents more than just a shift in geography — it’s a statement of who we are. By manufacturing entirely within Canada, we’re reducing our environmental footprint, strengthening local partnerships, and ensuring every can reflects the innovation, integrity, and energy of the communities that inspire us.”

Cooler Co.’s kombucha is brewed with a focus on freshness, local sourcing, and supporting regional food systems. Made using high-quality, locally grown fruits, flowers, and herbs, the naturally fermented beverage contains organic acids, antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes, and B vitamins that may support digestion, energy, mood, and immunity. Available flavours include Cherry Cream Soda, Peach Basil, Blueberry Ginger, Lavender Lemonade, Raspberry Rose, and Strawberry Mojito.

Its yerba mate beverages deliver a clean, sustained energy boost powered by 100 percent organic yerba mate caffeine sourced from South America, without the jitters or crashes often associated with synthetic caffeine or conventional energy drinks. Each can contains 150 milligrams of organic yerba mate caffeine and is produced with minimal ingredients. The line has no more than 80 calories per flavour and zero sugar in its unsweetened option. Available flavours include Unsweetened, The OG, Blue Balance, Berry Active, Mighty Mint, and Power Peach.

Larsen was a former chef who who founded the original Culture Craft Kombucha in 2015 before rebranding it to Cooler Co. in 2024 with the addition of yerba mate. His relationships with local farmers and his personal health journey were catalysts in creating a brand focused on low-sugar, nutrient-dense alternatives to mass-produced beverages. 

“When I first started making kombucha, my goal was to create beverages that feel good to drink and good for the people enjoying them,” adds Larsen. “Having Cooler Co. fully made in Canada makes me excited for what’s ahead. We’re already working on developing more flavours and getting our products onto even more Canadian shelves.”

Cooler Co.’s beverages are currently available at retailers across B.C. and Ontario, including (in alphabetical order): Country Grocer, Foxy Farm Market, Fresh Street Market, Greens Market, Healthy Planet, IGA, Langley Farm Market, London Drugs, Nature’s Fare, Save-On-Foods, Stong’s Market, Urban Fare, and Whole Foods.

Customers can find select products on award-winning restaurant menus across Canada. In addition, Cooler Co. is a go-to choice for caterers looking for premium non-alcoholic beverages.

For more information about Cooler Co., please visit  and proudly support Cooler Co’s proudly made in Canada beverage lines.

Leominster, Massachusetts – IMA Food North America – a food & beverage equipment leader whose solutions comprise long-established brands like Gasti, Hamba, Hassia, Fillshape, Corazza, Erca, AlphaMAC and Intecma – has hired experienced packaging equipment and automation executive Matthew Reed as Business Development & Key Account Manager. Mr. Reed will be responsible for cultivating new customer relationships, as well as expanding the purview of existing high-profile clients.

Before joining IMA Food North America, Mr. Reed spent nearly four years as a regional sales manager with equipment provider Pearson Packaging, where he consistently exceeded annual revenue goals. Prior to that, he enjoyed a five-year tenure as sales manager for Jewett Automation, which designs solutions for assembly, robotics and material handling. Among other distinctions, in 2021 Mr. Reed set the company’s record for highest ever annual sales.

Mr. Reed joins IMA Food North America at a promising time highlighted by several recent innovations. For example, earlier this year the company introduced the Hamba Flexline, a high-performance, fully servo-controlled fill-seal machine with industry-leading sterilization technology. Rated for high-speed operation and featuring a sturdy, hygienic stainless-steel construction, the system stands out for its clean, even filling and peroxide sterilization capabilities proven to extend product shelf-life.

"Matt brings exceptional, award-winning sales acumen in the packaging and processing machinery segment,” said Patrick Carroll, President of IMA Food North America. “His successes have been driven by the same assets IMA embraces and embodies: engineering prowess, deep market knowledge and strong relationship building. His leadership will be key as we continue to gain market share and introduce new solutions.”

Mr. Reed earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University. He resides in Henrico, VA.