Minneapolis-based ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national damaged vehicle repair company, announced an expansion on the East Coast, with the acquisition of 12 Keenan Auto Body locations. In Delaware and the Philadelphia area.
Kennan’s one Delaware location is in Middletown.
ABRA’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Duane Rouse says the outstanding leadership and operational strength that Keenan Auto Body developed over the years is key for ABRA as it enters uncharted territory in the Northeast. “We are carefully considering our approach as we enter new markets, especially ones as sizable as Philadelphia. The purchase of a brand with such well-established history and strength as Keenan, creates exciting opportunities for us as we seek to establish and further develop ABRA’s presence in the region.”
President of Keenan’s, Mike LeVasseur says, “This is a tremendous opportunity and I am excited to continue to grow the deep relationships we’ve developed in the community. Our business partners and customers have been instrumental in our success and we look forward to continuing to serve them with ABRA.”
FOCUS Investment Banking, LLC acted as advisor to Keenan in connection with the transaction.
ABRA stated is actively seeking new opportunities to acquire repair centers and integrate them into its system. Franchising opportunities are offered.
Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Brooklyn Park, MN, ABRA is a leading provider of vehicle repair services specializing in collision repair, paintless dent removal, and auto glass repair and replacement. The company has more than 200 locations in an area extending from Philadelphia to Washington state.
