Local Focus.(Business)

0 Comments | Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL), December, 2004

Sirva agrees to sell European business WESTMONT - Sirva Inc., parent company of Allied Van Lines, said on Thursday it has agreed to sell its European Specialized Transportation business for about $13.5 million to Wincanton PLC. The move is part of Sirva's plan to focus on its core relocation services business, the company said.

Three divisions are included in the transportation business. Sirva said it expects the deal to close soon. Enesco changes back system after a year ITASCA - Enesco Group Inc. said it will return to its old Legacy software system after an almost yearlong experiment with a new system proved to be unsuccessful and too costly. The company said it will take a $1 million charge in the fourth quarter related to accelerated depreciation of...