Cannabis wholesale platform Nabis has acquired Blackbird, a Nevada-based distribution solution.

The acquisition will bring Nabis’ technology, infrastructure and brands to Blackbird’s network of Nevada operators and retailers, strengthening and streamlining efficiencies for operating partners throughout the state’s greater supply chain.

“Blackbird has done an incredible job of supporting Nevada’s strategically important cannabis market for brand building since the state’s legalization in 2016, and we’re honored to continue marching towards our shared vision alongside their team,” said Vince C. Ning, co-CEO and co-Founder of Nabis. “As we focus on serving customers nationwide through our platform, we’re looking forward to expanding Blackbird’s resources for customers in Nevada and continuing to foster the strong company culture the team has built.”

Nabis is positioned as a centralized software platform for brands and retailers to efficiently conduct commerce, offering a one-stop-shop model to address the fragmented wholesaling options that exist in the U.S. cannabis industry.

“This strategic partnership brings a powerful synergy to Nevada,” said Drea Ballard, director of operations, Blackbird. “It’s a bold step toward a brighter future for our cannabis partners statewide. Nabis shares our commitment of bringing excellence and efficiency to the cannabis supply chain, and we will be working closely with them to elevate our combined strengths.”

Blackbird’s operations and infrastructure serve approximately 25% of Nevada’s cannabis brands, operators and MSOs. Nabis will bolster existing operations with a suite of tech tools including sales insights and payment solutions.

“Blackbird is already an incredibly well-respected player in Nevada's market,” Ning said. “And as Nabis sets its sights on national and potentially international horizons, we’re excited about the combined strengths of this acquisition leading the industry toward a new era of cannabis commerce.”