Arctic Glacier U.S.A., Inc.
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Arctic Glacier U.S.A., Inc. - overview
Established
1996
Location
-, -, US
Primary Industry
Food
About
Arctic Glacier U. S. A. , Inc.
specializes in the production and distribution of high-quality ice products for various industries, ensuring clarity and purity to meet diverse client needs across North America. Arctic Glacier U. S. A.
, Inc. is a prominent player in the ice production industry, operating primarily from its headquarters in Bala Cynwyd, US. In January 2026, Reddy Ice Corporation, a portfolio company of Stone Canyon Industries, agreed to acquire Arctic Glacier U. S.
A. , Inc. from Carlyle and Bayside Capital. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Arctic Glacier does not have known subsidiaries or parent companies, and specific details about the founder's history are not available. Arctic Glacier® Premium Ice offers a diverse range of ice products and services primarily focused on meeting the needs of customers in various sectors, including construction, food processing, and event planning. Their core product offerings include premium packaged ice, block ice, crushed ice, and specialized ice solutions for artificial snow and ice sculptures. The company serves more than 75,000 customer locations across North America, catering to a wide client base that includes convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores, and event planners.
With a commitment to quality, Arctic Glacier ensures that its products are characterized by unmatched clarity and purity, enabling clients to achieve desired results whether for consumption, industrial usage, or aesthetic applications. The company operates across both the United States and Canada, leveraging over 100 production, warehouse, and office locations to facilitate timely delivery. Arctic Glacier® Premium Ice engages in a structured revenue model centered around direct-to-store deliveries and bulk ice sales. Their business transactions typically involve B2B agreements with retailers and wholesalers, as well as direct sales to consumers for event-based ice needs.
Customers can benefit from the convenience of autopay subscriptions, ensuring consistent and reliable service for regular orders. The company’s flagship products, which include premium packaged ice and block ice, are offered in various sizes to meet the specific needs of different clients. Transactions often take the form of bulk orders for special events or routine deliveries to retail locations, with the service structured to optimize efficiency and customer satisfaction. Following the recent acquisition, Arctic Glacier plans to utilize the funding to support its business growth initiatives.
This includes the development of new ice product lines and enhancing distribution capabilities across North America. The company aims to expand its market reach into additional regions, focusing on increasing its presence in the southern United States and exploring opportunities in the Canadian market.
Current Investors
Carlyle Group
Primary Industry
Food
Sub Industries
Other Food Products, Food & Beverage Distribution
Website
www.arcticglacier.com
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature
Total Amount Raised
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Arctic Glacier U.S.A., Inc. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Arctic Glacier U.S.A., Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | North Star Ice Ltd. | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | Getchell Bros. Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | AC Ice Company, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | Gem Ice | - |
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