VLS Environmental Solutions (VLS), a leader in sustainable waste management and environmental solutions, announces the acquisition of Clearfield MMG, a Virginia-based company renowned for its expertise in innovative, specialized treatment and waste disposal solutions.
With over three decades of experience, Clearfield MMG operates three waste management facilities in Virginia with a suite of waste processing and disposal solutions, bulk and drum transportation, and various field services such as soil excavation and compliance monitoring. The addition of Clearfield MMG to the VLS family expands the geographic footprint to provide sustainable solutions in the mid-Atlantic region.
鈥淛oining VLS Environmental Solutions is an exciting step forward for Clearfield MMG,鈥� said John 鈥淛ack鈥� W. Ruffin, President of Clearfield MMG. 鈥淥ur shared dedication to safety, innovation, and sustainable solutions is a strong foundation for growth and efficiency. Together, we will deliver even greater value to our clients while expanding the reach of our services.鈥�
Clearfield’s extensive capabilities include processing non-hazardous waste items such as petroleum-contaminated soil, industrial waste, oil-water separator sludge, and off-spec materials. Treated materials are used exclusively for recycling as an alternate daily cover. The facilities in Chesapeake, Petersburg, and Suffolk, Virginia, are constructed with the most advanced environmental protection and safety features, processing thousands of tons of waste annually.
John Magee, CEO of VLS Environmental Solutions, commented, 鈥淭he acquisition of Clearfield MMG aligns perfectly with our mission to expand VLS鈥檚 innovative and sustainable solutions. By adding their expertise and facilities to our operations, we enhance our ability to provide comprehensive environmental solutions to a broader client base.鈥�
The strategic acquisition also underscores VLS’s commitment to offering end-to-end scalable services across industries. Gabriel Villasmil, Executive Vice President of Corporate Business Development at VLS, emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating, 鈥淐learfield MMG鈥檚 innovative approach and established reputation are a significant asset as we execute our growth strategy. This acquisition strengthens our portfolio and enables us to deliver a wider range of customized waste management solutions to our clients.鈥�
The integration of Clearfield MMG’s expertise and infrastructure into the VLS family promises to deliver superior environmental and remediation services while maintaining the high standards of safety and community commitment Clearfield has upheld for over 30 years.