What Weatherhaven does

Weatherhaven, founded in 1981 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, designs, manufactures, and installs rapidly deployable and redeployable shelter systems for military, medical, and commercial customers. The company has delivered solutions to more than 95 countries across all seven continents — including Antarctic research stations, where it supplies an estimated 80% of base-camp shelters — and serves at least 12 national militaries alongside the United Nations, NATO, and commercial mining and oil & gas operators. Core products combine tensioned fabric soft shelters (including the Modular Tentage System) with expandable ISO-container-based systems (MECC, EHMECC, and the helicopter-transportable TRECC), supported by accessories such as Solarshades, interconnectors, and protected corridors. The technology portfolio is protected by 51 patents across 30 countries, and Weatherhaven sells turnkey field hospitals, command centers, helicopter maintenance shelters, and workforce camps deployable in under 20 minutes and rated for -50°C operation with 15-20 year field lifespans.

The company operates through wholly-owned regional subsidiaries in the United States, United Kingdom, Brazil, Peru, South Africa, and the UAE, supported by ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturing in Burnaby and Brockville. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of shelter systems, professional services spanning engineering and logistics to installation and training, long-duration In-Service Support (ISS) contracts, and technology licensing — most notably the HERCon US-market agreement with AAR Corp signed in 2012 and the May 2023 exclusive international partnership with Compotech for the Expeditionary Shelter Protection System (ESPS). Major revenue anchors include Canada's $167M CDN HQSS contract awarded in 2017 and the $130M MSVS Baseline Shelter program, the latter executed with DEW Engineering as prime contractor. Distribution is enterprise-field-sales-led, with channel partners supplementing direct regional sales into government and large commercial accounts. In September 2021, Weatherhaven was acquired by White Wolf Capital Canada, transitioning the company to PE ownership under CEO Ray Castelli, who has led the business since 2008.

Name

Weatherhaven

Legal name

Weatherhaven Global Resources Ltd.

Website

https://weatherhaven.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Weatherhaven designs, manufactures, and installs rapidly deployable fabric and expandable-container shelter systems for military, medical, and commercial customers worldwide, with deployments in 95+ countries across all seven continents and 51 patents protecting its technology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Deployable Shelter Systems

NAICS

Rooming and Boarding Houses, Dormitories, and Workers' Camps (72131), Temporary Shelters (624221), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

Mutual Assistance Crew Logistics, Staging & Base Camp Services (EUAEAIAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Adventure Base Camps (Trek/Climb/Expedition Camps) (THAGAOAG), Insurance / Disaster Temporary Housing (ALE, Claims Housing) (THAMAHAC)

Keywords

• Deployable shelter systems
• Military field infrastructure
• Expandable container shelters
• Tactical camp solutions
• Mobile field hospitals

Headquarters

HQ city

Coquitlam

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Shelter and Camp System Sales: Weatherhaven engineers, manufactures, and installs portable shelters, camps, and field hospitals. Revenue generated from sale of softwall shelters, expandable containers (MECC, EHMECC, TRECC), and support systems. Products include complete turnkey solutions with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and furnishings.
2. Professional Services: Comprehensive services including engineering & design, transportation & logistics, installation & dismantling, repair & overhaul, training & field service support, and parts supply. Services provided from concept through installation to post-project support.
3. In-Service Support (ISS) Contracts: Long-term support contracts for military programs including Canada's HQSS ($167M CDN) and MSVS program. Includes maintenance, spare parts, and operational support for deployed shelter systems.
4. Technology Licensing: Licensing agreements for proprietary technology including HERCon product licensing with AAR for US market, and technology transfer arrangements in international markets like Brazil.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Weatherhaven designs, manufactures, transports, and installs rapidly deployable and redeployable portable shelter systems and turnkey camp solutions for military, medical, and commercial customers. Its portfolio includes tensioned-fabric soft shelters (MTS), expandable ISO-based container shelters (MECC, EHMECC, TRECC, HERCon), accessories such as Solarshades and interconnectors, and full in-service support covering engineering, logistics, installation, training, and maintenance.

Product overview

Weatherhaven provides a comprehensive portfolio of rapidly deployable and redeployable shelter systems for military, medical, and commercial applications. The core product lines include Soft Shelters (including the Modular Tentage System/MTS) and Expandable Containers (including MECC, EHMECC, and TRECC variants). These primary systems are complemented by accessories (Solarshades, Interconnectors, Corridors), support systems (ablutions, kitchens, laundry, sleeping quarters, security), and comprehensive services (engineering, logistics, installation, maintenance, training). The company has deployed solutions to more than 95 countries across all seven continents, with operations spanning Canada, USA, UK, Africa, Brazil, Peru, UAE, Turkey, and other regions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Soft Shelters High-performance mobile tensioned fabric structures designed for tactical or semi-permanent applications in harsh environments; readily shipped and functional in demanding climates worldwide for military, medical, and commercial users.
• Modular Tentage System (MTS) One of Weatherhaven's most thermally efficient tactical soft shelters, used for kitchens, offices, accommodation, command posts, and workshops; modular units interconnect to form operations centres and medical facilities for defense and field users.
• Mobile Expandable Container Configuration (MECC) Hybrid shelter combining fabric shelter technology with ISO container standards, offering three times the floor space of conventional modules with the same shipping footprint; can be set up by two people in 10-15 minutes for command centers, kitchens, medical facilities, ablutions, laundry, and workshops.
• Extended Height Mobile Expandable Container Configuration (EHMECC) Patented extended-height version of the MECC with roof raised an additional 4.5 feet for maximum interior volume; provides 12 feet 6 inches of vertical space once deployed, suitable for command centers, medical operating rooms, vehicle maintenance, and simulation facilities.
• Tactical Redeployable Expandable Container Capability (TRECC) Modular expandable container units lightweight enough to transport inside CH-47 Chinook helicopters (TRECC-H) or on HMMWV vehicles (TRECC-V); designed for rapid delivery of emergency hospitals with 23.7 sq m of working space and fiber-optic communications, deployable within minutes.
• Accessories Support equipment including Solarshades for solar radiation protection, Interconnectors for linking shelters, Corridors for protected passageways, and Weather Protection Covers; reduces fuel consumption by 2,631 L per year per shelter with Solarshade accessory.
• Support Systems Fully equipped mobile shelter sub-systems including Ablutions and Washhouses, Kitchens, Laundry facilities, Sleeping Quarters, Floors, Electrical/Mechanical/Water systems, Mobilizers and Trailers, and Security solutions, enabling turnkey camp delivery.
• Services and Maintenance Value-added services including Engineering and Design, Transportation and Logistics, Installation and Dismantling, Repair and Overhaul, Training and Field Service Support, and Parts supply, provided from concept through installation to post-project support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 44% reduction in CO2 emissions through energy efficient shelter designs
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Compotech Inc.coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 May 2023Partnership signed May 26, 2023 to exclusively market Compotech's Expeditionary Shelter Protection System (ESPS) internationally, beginning with Canadian, NATO, ANZAC, and Saudi Arabian markets. ESPS provides modular armor protection for soldiers and assets from blast and ballistic threats. Weatherhaven markets while Compotech provides the technology.
• AAR CorpcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 4 October 2012Licensing agreement signed October 4, 2012 for Weatherhaven's HERCon (Hardwall Expandable Redeployable Container) product to serve the US market. AAR received rights to manufacture and distribute the product in the United States under the licensing arrangement.
• EsbraconcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 August 2011Long-term partnership with Brazilian construction and logistics company Esbracon to provide sustainable exploration camps for HRT Oil and Gas in the Amazon. Weatherhaven provides shelter technology while Esbracon contributes logistical and construction capability for up to 10 camp projects. Joint venture providing integrated turnkey solutions.
• Canadian GovernmentcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 August 2011Supported by Canadian Government initiatives including participation in Prime Minister Stephen Harper's trade mission to Brazil. Government collaboration on solution development and showcasing products on global deployments since 1989.
• DEW Engineering and Development ULCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 August 2009Teaming partnership for Canada's MSVS (Medium Support Vehicle System) program where DEW serves as Prime Contractor and Weatherhaven as subcontractor. Approximately $60M of the $130M contract performed by Weatherhaven in British Columbia. Long-standing partnership for Canadian defense shelter programs.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• HDT Global (formerly DHS Systems / DRASH): HDT Global is the most direct competitor to Weatherhaven in rapidly deployable military shelters, having acquired DHS Systems (DRASH). Several Weatherhaven US business development leaders came from DRASH/HDT. Both companies compete for NATO, US, and allied military base camp and field hospital contracts.
• Alaska Structures: Alaska Structures designs and manufactures tensioned fabric shelters for military, government, and commercial applications. It directly competes with Weatherhaven in soft-wall deployable shelters and serves many of the same military and disaster relief customers globally.
• Röder HTS Höcker: Röder HTS Höcker is a German manufacturer of large-scale event and military tents, directly comparable to Weatherhaven's MTS soft-wall shelter systems. They compete head-to-head for NATO and EU military contracts.
• AAR Mobility Systems: AAR Mobility Systems manufactures and distributes deployable shelters and air cargo systems for the US military. AAR is both a competitor and Weatherhaven's licensing partner for the HERCon product in the US market.
• Zeppelin Mobile Systeme (formerly GSS / Gichner Shelter Systems): Zeppelin Mobile Systeme provides mobile shelter and camp systems, particularly for German Bundeswehr and NATO deployments. They compete with Weatherhaven in expandable container and soft-wall shelter categories across European defense markets.
• Deployable International: Deployable International designs and manufactures mobile shelters, field hospitals, and tactical operations centers for military and commercial customers. They compete with Weatherhaven in soft-wall and expandable shelter categories.

Regional players

• DEW Engineering and Development: DEW Engineering is a Canadian defense contractor and Weatherhaven's longtime teaming partner on MSVS. While primarily a vehicle integrator, DEW partners with Weatherhaven to deliver Canadian defense shelter programs, making them both ally and indirect competitor for Canadian defense spend.

Emerging players

• Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group: Marshall ADG provides container-based deployable medical and military infrastructure including field hospitals. They overlap with Weatherhaven's MECC/EHMECC product line, particularly for NATO and UK defense programs.

Broad incumbents

• Gichner Systems (DRS Technologies / Leonardo DRS): Gichner Systems, now part of Leonardo DRS, manufactures expandable tactical shelters and containers for the US military. They represent a much larger incumbent competing for many of the same US Department of Defense shelter contracts.

Others

• Compotech Inc. Compotech is Weatherhaven's exclusive international marketing partner for the Expeditionary Shelter Protection System (ESPS) ballistic protection solution. While not a direct shelter competitor, they are a strategic partner extending Weatherhaven's product portfolio into armor-hardened expeditionary bases.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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