Angelcare opens logistics and packaging centre in Ontario, Canada

Core Insights - Angelcare Group has confirmed an investment exceeding C$20 million (approximately $14.26 million) in a new logistics and packaging center in Milton, Ontario, which will serve as the company's national warehouse and distribution hub [1][2] Investment and Expansion - The new facility spans 130,000 square feet and is the first dedicated packaging plant for clumping cat litter in Milton [1] - The site is strategically located near major highways, the Port of Montreal, and the proposed CN Rail Milton Logistics Hub, enhancing the group's North American supply chain and export operations [2] Job Creation and Production Capacity - Initially, the center will create 15 full-time positions, with plans to double this number as production and exports to the US and other markets increase [3] - An automated packaging line at the site has an annual capacity of 4.6 million boxes, with infrastructure to accommodate two additional lines in the future [4] Product and Sustainability Initiatives - The facility will package Litter Genie Light, a cat litter product made from Canadian bentonite clay, which is additive-free, 99% dust-free, and 20% lighter than competing brands [4] - Sustainability measures have been integrated into the development, including energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems, and logistics planning aimed at reducing transport emissions [5] Innovation and Development - Plans are in place for the Milton center to evolve into an innovation hub, featuring an on-site research and development laboratory, demonstration space, and training center to support product development and cross-functional collaboration [5]