Company Timeline
Our History
Since 1971, AMIX Group has grown from a single trucking and salvage operation into a diversified industrial leader across Western Canada. This timeline highlights the key milestones that shaped the company’s evolution across recycling, marine services, and infrastructure.
1970s–1980s: Foundations
1971
The Beginning
Ed Jackson launches Jackson Trucking in Vernon, BC.
Offering towing and salvage services, the business quickly expands into resale, including furniture, tools, and scrap metal, as demand grows across the region.
1972
A New Identity
Jackson Trucking is renamed AMIX Salvage & Sales.
The rebrand marks a stronger focus on salvage and materials recovery, signalling the company’s evolving direction in the industrial sector.
1974
Relocation & Strategic Shift
The company relocates to Surrey, BC.
Operating out of Ocean Foundries, AMIX shifts its primary focus toward metal recycling — a decision that will define the company’s trajectory for decades.
1977
Expansion to the Fraser River
AMIX moves to its Musqueam Drive property along the Fraser River.
The company acquires its first barges, beginning water-based transport of scrap metal to the United States and establishing a marine logistics advantage.
1979
Marine Operations Begin
R&J Towing is established to move barge loads.
The company acquires its first tugboat, the Fraser Crown, later renamed the Pacific Buoy. This marks the formal start of AMIX’s marine operations division.
1988
Commercial Marine Growth
Sea-Link is launched to move trailer barges for CP Rail.
With the addition of the tug Arctic Taglu and barge Sea-Link 100, the operation expands into a long-standing marine service route to Vancouver Island.
2000s: Expansion
2005
Diversification & Northern Expansion
AMIX Heavy Lift is formed.
A new recycling operation is established in Fort McMurray, Alberta, marking AMIX’s first major move into the oil sands region and signalling national growth ambitions.
2008
Infrastructure & Northern Reach
A major warehouse is constructed at Musqueam Drive.
Centralizing non-ferrous operations, AMIX also acquires Butze Terminals in Prince Rupert, establishing a key northern marine hub for future growth.
2010s–Present: Diversification & Scale
2011
Formation of AMIX Group
AMIX Salvage & Sales is sold, and AMIX Group is formed.
Through the acquisition of Sea-Link, operations expand with AMIX Marine Services, AMIX Marine Salvage, and continued growth in Prince Rupert.
2012
Entry into Concrete
AMIX acquires Western Concrete.
Adding ready-mix production and delivery across the Fraser Valley, this acquisition diversifies AMIX beyond recycling and marine into construction materials.
2013
Return to Steel Distribution
AMIX repurchases its Steel & Surplus division.
Resuming wholesale distribution of new and used steel products, the company re-enters a core market with decades of expertise and customer relationships.
2014
New Marine Capabilities
The Prince Rupert Chip Load-Out Facility is constructe
Expanding AMIX Marine Services into chip barging operations, this facility becomes a critical piece of the northern BC forestry supply chain.
2018
Rebranding for Growth
AMIX Heavy Lift is rebranded as AMIX Marine Projects.
The new name reflects expanded capabilities in marine construction and infrastructure, positioning the division for larger-scale project work.
2019
Re-Entering Recycling
AMIX returns to the scrap metal recycling industry.
With the launch of AMIX Recycling, the company re-enters one of its founding industries with modern processes and environmental commitments.
2021
Operational Expansion
Major upgrades completed at Prince Rupert Chip Load-Out Facility.
AMIX Marine Projects relocates its primary base of operations to Nanaimo, BC, strengthening the company’s Vancouver Island presence.
2023 – Present
Continued Growth & Leadership
AMIX continues to expand across British Columbia.
Including new acquisitions in Port Alberni and terminal growth. With over 100 trucks and heavy equipment, the company now operates multiple divisions and is recognized for environmental leadership and emissions reduction at the Port of Vancouver.