Kroll’s Consumer & Food Investment Banking Team Advised Compass Food Sales Company Limited on Its Sale to Shah Trading Company

On April 2, 2026, Compass Food Sales Company Limited (“Compass” or the "Company") was acquired by Shah Trading Company (“Shah").

Kroll's Consumer & Food Investment Banking Team served as exclusive financial advisor to Compass in connection with the transaction.

 

About Compass Food Sales

Compass Food Sales is a value-added importer and processor of dried fruits, nuts and seeds. The Company is a portfolio company of BDG & Partners. Since 1974, Compass has focused on providing healthy, better-for-you snack foods and baking ingredients made from expertly curated high-quality global ingredients. Compass has a diversified product offering with 350+ SKUs under private label and two proprietary brands, Compass and Simply The Goodz™. Products are sold across Compass’ customer portfolio constructed over decades, which includes grocers and retailers such as Walmart, Loblaws, Metro, Sobeys, CVS and others. Compass imports and processes product out of its facility in Aurora, Ontario, comprised of production, warehousing and office space.

 

About Shah Trading Company

Shah Trading Company is a leading Canadian ethnic food manufacturer and distributor founded in 1974. Headquartered in Scarborough, Ontario, it specializes in importing and distributing rice, pulses, spices, and nuts throughout North America. The operation consists of processing 500,000+ pounds of food daily, which is certified for HACCP, GMP, Organic and Kosher. In addition to private label offerings, Shah’s key brands include Dunya Harvest, Nupak, All Seasons and Fresh Nut. The Buyer serves major grocery chains, independent retailers and food service customers.