Pinnacle funded the acquisition of its 70% stake in the Aliceville Facility through a draw on its credit facility and cash on hand. Pinnacle and Westervelt are currently undertaking a capital spending programme to improve safety, product quality and plant efficiencies.

Westervelt, a diversified land resources company, has retained a 30% interest in the Aliceville Facility.

Pinnacle is a rapidly growing industrial wood pellet manufacturer and distributor and the third largest producer in the world.