SGS Canada acquires ILC Micro-Chem

March 9, 2017

On March 9, 2017, SGS Canada Inc. announced its acquisition of privately owned ILC Micro-Chem Inc. (“ILC”), an independent laboratory that specializes in microbiology and food chemistry testing services. This includes the analysis of raw food materials, finished food products, pet food, and environmental swabs for the food manufacturing industry. ILC is based in Toronto, Ontario.

SGS Canada, headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, is an affiliate of SGS SA, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.

Miller Thomson advised SGS Canada in this acquisition with a team that included Max Spearn and Melissa Tummon (corporate/M&A).