Hoskin Scientific Acquires Davis Controls
Counsel to Hoskin Scientific with respect of the acquisition of Davis Controls
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On January 20, 2026, River Associates Investments, L.P. announced that it had completed the acquisition of Davis Controls (“Davis”) through its Canada-based portfolio company, Hoskin Scientific (“Hoskin”). The transaction closed on November 21, 2025.
Founded in 1946, Hoskin provides test and measurement data to monitor critical applications in environmental, geotechnical, and industrial applications. Key applications served include instruments for monitoring air, water, soil, asphalt, petroleum, and concrete across environmental, mining, construction, forestry, industrial, and utility markets.
Based in Oakville, Ontario, Davis is a leading provider of industrial automation and process control products and solutions. Founded in 1933, the company offers both automation and continuous process control – a rare dual capability that expands its customer reach. Davis delivers advanced process control, automation, and environmental solutions, supported by expert technical service and a broad portfolio of trusted global brands.
Miller Thomson advised Hoskin Scientific with a team led by Andrew Cohen and Jamie Eichenbaum and comprised of Matthew Steinlauf (Corporate/M&A), Amanda Plastina, Vittoria Blanco (Banking & Financing), Genevieve Cantin, Ashley M. Mitchell, Gary Rosen, Jennifer White (Labour & Employment), Eric Dufour (Regulatory), Katherine Cavan (Real Estate), Andrew Etcovitch (Tax), Karen Durell, David Bailey (Intellectual Property) and Nora Baterdok (Paraprofessional).