March 17, 2015 – Saint John, NB – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
SCG Industries Limited., a leading environmental company specializing in soil remediation, has purchased equipment that will increase its competitiveness and position the company for new export growth, thanks to investments from the federal and provincial governments.
Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament for Saint John, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for New Brunswick and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency), and the Honourable Dr. Ed Doherty, M.D., Minister of Government Services, Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs, Minister responsible for the Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation, Province of New Brunswick, joined SCG Industries officials to make the announcement today.
The project includes the purchase of a Laser Induced Florescence (LIF) high resolution characterization tool, which will allow SCG to gain a greater understanding of contaminated site characteristics. This enhanced knowledge will allow the company to apply the most appropriate technology for remediation projects.
The Government of Canada, through ACOA’s Business Development Program, is providing a repayable investment of $86,661 toward this project, while the Government of New Brunswick is providing $35,360.
Quick Facts:
- SCG Industries Limited is a full service remediation contractor, providing remedial solutions to key stakeholders within the environmental remediation industry throughout Canada and the United States. The company focuses on the removal of contaminants from soil, groundwater, sediments and surface water.
- The UVOST® (UltraViolet Optical Screening Tool) instrument works on the principle of LIF – Light (Laser or LED) Induced Fluorescence. The UVOST® is an in-situ fluorescence spectrometer that delivers laser energy to the subsurface and records the fluorescence spectral output. This information can be used to delineate oils and other free phase petroleum products in the subsurface.
- SCG Industries clients include engineering firms, consultants, insurance companies, land developers and land owners.
Quotes:
“Our Government is committed to helping create the conditions for businesses to grow, compete, innovate and succeed. This project is helping SCG Industries purchase the specialized and innovative technology it needs to significantly increase market demand for its products and services throughout Atlantic Canada and New England, boosting this company’s competitiveness, and positioning it for increased growth and success.”
- Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament for Saint John, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore,Regional Minister for New Brunswick and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency)
“We are proud to support this Saint John company as they set their sights on the North American market. Supporting companies such as SCG Industries is another way we are moving New Brunswick forward, fostering an environment for job creation, improving our fiscal situation and supporting our families.”
- Dr. Ed Doherty, M.D., Minister of Government Services, Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs and Minister responsible for the Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation, on behalf of Economic Development Minister Rick Doucet
“SCG is excited by the opportunity to provide this new industry leading technology to our clients in Atlantic Canada and North America, as well as our international clients. This advancement in technology combined with SCG's extensive experience in remediation of petroleum contaminated sites, helps to ensure SCG's position as a leader in the remediation of contaminated sites. The portability of the UVOST® system allows for rapid deployment to sites worldwide, where our clients are looking for innovative solutions to their contaminated sites. This work can be conducted on site, while allowing SCG's technical staff to interpret the data and develop remedial solutions from our head office in Saint John supporting our long term vision of developing technical expertise in remediation here in New Brunswick.”
- Michael Campbell, President of SCG Industries Limited
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Contacts:
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Rob Moore
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Ann Kenney
Senior Communications Officer
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
506-452-3687
Elaine Bell
Communications
Economic Development
506-453-8607
Michael Campbell
President
SCG Industries Ltd.
506-674-1081
