LineStar Utility Supply Inc. has acquired Western High Voltage Test Centre Inc. (WHV), a company based in Calgary, Alberta, specializing in high-voltage live line equipment testing for electric utilities and powerline contractors in Western Canada. This partnership expands LineStar’s capabilities to offer both equipment and testing solutions, simplifying the process for customers. WHV now forms LineStar’s testing division and will be led by Daniel Verhelst, maintaining the high service and quality standards. LineStar’s CEO, Brian L’Heureux, expressed excitement about this move, emphasizing the immediate benefit of high-quality testing for customers in Western Canada. Daniel Verhelst, President of WHV, highlighted the collaboration’s potential to serve customers better by combining LineStar’s products with WHV’s testing expertise. This acquisition aligns with LineStar’s strategy to grow its utility equipment and services across regions and related markets, with further expansion plans in Canada and the United States. Financing for the deal was provided by Scotiabank, and advisory services were facilitated by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP and MNP Transaction Services for CAI and LineStar.