Urapa Produce Acquires Bland Distribution Services in Donna, Texas; Tony Godinez and Troy Bland Share
PHARR, TX - We are excited to report on a big move recently made by Urapa Produce. The avocado and mango supplier has announced its acquisition of Bland Distribution Services (BDS) in Donna, Texas, expanding its capabilities and strengthening its position in the market.
"We are thrilled to welcome BDS into the Urapa Produce family," comments Tony Godinez, Urapa’s Chief Executive Officer. "This acquisition aligns perfectly with our vision of providing exceptional value to our customers and partners. We are confident that our expertise, combined with the capabilities of BDS, will raise industry standards for cold storage and warehousing services."
Godinez will spearhead the integration of BDS into the company's operations, according to a press release. With 30 years of experience, his wealth of knowledge and industry insights will ensure a seamless transition and immediate enhancements to BDS's services.
Urapa Produce is now poised to enhance its logistical and distribution capabilities significantly. BDS, a 110,000-square-foot cold storage facility, will play a pivotal role in Urapa's operations. The facility will serve as a central hub for storing products while also providing in-and-out warehousing services for other importers in South Texas.
"We hope that Urapa will continue to expand the business,” says Troy Bland, Chief Executive Officer of Bland Farms®. “We plan to continue bringing our Mexican onions into the warehouse for packing and transshipment and look forward to working with the Urapa team. I want to personally thank all of our former employees at BDS for their work and dedication, and we wish them the very best in the future."
The acquisition of BDS underscores Urapa Produce's commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth in the fresh produce industry. The press release went on to note that this strategic move will allow Urapa to better control the operational side and ensure exceptional service when trucks arrive at the facility.
As the company continues to expand its footprint and capabilities, it expects to bring even greater reliability and efficiency in the supply chain. As a third-party logistics manager, Godinez's commitment extends not only to his customers but also to other companies in the produce industry.
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