KAR - Ownership and Business Overview

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KAR Ownership

Who owns KAR?

KAR is owned by MSC Industrial Direct. It was acquired on January 22, 2024.

KAR Business Overview

Where is KAR headquartered?

KAR is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario.

What sector is KAR in?

KAR is a distribution company.

Distribution M&A Summary in 2024

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KAR

KAR Industrial, Inc.

6877 Edwards Blvd.,
Mississauga, Ontario L5T 2T9
Canada,
www.kar.ca

KAR is a metalworking distributor supplying measuring and cutting tools, machine tool accessories, and other manufacturing-related supplies across Canada's industrial landscape. KAR is based in Mississauga, Ontario.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Distribution

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