NCSG sold to Barnhart Crane, becoming its largest acquisition

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. – A crane and heavy haul company based in Western Canada has been purchased by Barnhart Crane and Rigging Co., a North American lifting and logistics contracting company.

NCSG operates branches across Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan, including two branches in Fort St. John and Terrace. 

Barnhart is based in Memphis, Tennessee. The purchase of NCSG is the company’s first international acquisition and its largest purchase to date.

“The decision to become an international company was not made lightly, but NCSG’s preeminence, reputation, and dominant market share ensure Barnhart’s position as one of the leading crane, rigging, and logistics companies in North America,” Alan Barnhart, CEO of Barnhart Crane and Rigging, said.  

NCSG employs around 400 workers who provide crane and heavy haul services to industries such as refining, upstream oil and gas, forestry, wind energy, and mining. 

“Our goal has been to serve as the premier supplier in Western Canada’s crane and heavy haul sector by providing best-in-class equipment, personnel, an award-winning safety program, and operational best practices.” NCSG President and CEO Heather MacCallum said.