Arcwood Environmental announces its acquisition of ERG Environmental (ERG), a Michigan-based provider of hazardous waste solutions, remediation services, and regulatory training. The acquisition strengthens Arcwood鈥檚 operational presence across the Great Lakes region and expands its capabilities in industrial environmental services, compliance support, and emergency response.
鈥淎t Arcwood, we鈥檙e always in pursuit of better supporting our customers. With ERG鈥檚 strong reputation in the Midwest, this move deepens our footprint in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio,鈥� said Ernie Walker, President, Arcwood Environmental. 鈥淓RG鈥檚 reputation for safety, compliance, and technical excellence makes it a natural fit, and together, we鈥檙e excited to build a smarter, more responsive network for managing waste and protecting the environment.鈥�
ERG delivers a full spectrum of waste management and remediation services, including sampling, laboratory analysis, waste characterization, packaging, manifesting, transportation, and disposal. The company also offers specialized services such as mercury and PCB management, household hazardous waste programs, and site remediation. Its certified team supports clients across industrial, municipal, and tribal sectors throughout the Great Lakes corridor.
鈥淓RG brings a strong culture of compliance and a deep understanding of regional environmental challenges,鈥� said Chris Dlugolecki, Senior Vice President of Service Delivery at Arcwood Environmental. 鈥淭heir expertise in lab packing, household hazardous waste, field services, and regulatory training enhances our ability to serve complex industrial clients while maintaining the highest standards of safety and service.鈥�
The company鈥檚 leadership team and field personnel will join Arcwood鈥檚 Midwest operations, bringing decades of experience and a shared commitment to environmental stewardship. 鈥淛oining Arcwood allows us to scale our impact while staying true to the values that built ERG,鈥� said Erik Thayer, former President of ERG. 鈥淲e鈥檙e proud of the trust we鈥檝e earned over nearly four decades, and we鈥檙e excited to bring our clients expanded resources and broader service capabilities.鈥�