1941:

Livingston Export Packaging Company founded,
shipping and packing automotive parts.

1943:

The Company moved to Tillsonburg, Ontario.

1957:

In July 1 millionth export box shipped.

1978:

U.S. operations commence in Jacksonville, Florida.

1986:

A management led buy out formed TDS
(Total Distribution Systems).

1993:

CKD operations commenced in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

1997:

CKD operations commenced in Genk Europe.

2000:

CKD operations commenced in India.

In October 1 millionth vehicle exported by TDS for customer General Motors

2001:

Acquired Mackie Automotive Systems (MAS):

• Integration of 13 plants and 2,000 employees into TDS
• Expanded scope to a broader platform with more talent & diversity
• Increased business leverage and service offerings

Acquired Tri-Flex Industries (United States):

• Initiated Minority Supplier Certification for TDS/US

Established TDS China:

• Representative office based in Shanghai Free-Trade Zone
• Establishing new business opportunities in the Asia/Pacific Region

2005:

Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) supply logistics division launched in US