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SYDNEY ‑ JELD-WEN, a U.S.-based, publicly traded manufacturer of windows and doors, decided to divest its Australasian business in 2022, which set off a competitive sales process. The process was a chance for Platinum Eq...
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Platinum Equity Invests in TAK Communications
March 22, 2024
Firm to partner with TAK’s current shareholders and management team, which will continue as equity partners in the business Transaction extends momentum of Platinum Equity’s Small Cap team LOS ANGELES (March 22, 202...
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Platinum Equity Completes Sale of Yak Access to United Rentals for $1.1 Billion
March 15, 2024
LOS ANGELES (March 15, 2024) – Platinum Equity announced today that the sale of Yak Access, LLC, Yak Mat, LLC and New South Access & Environmental Solutions, LLC (collectively, “Yak”) to United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE...
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January 10, 2022
Pelican Products brings strong brand loyalty, new sector to Platinum Equity portfolio
In Q&A, firm executives explain opportunities for growth with Pelican’s durable, well-received protective casesIn a recent Forbes article, the rugged Pelican Cargo Case Collection was named one of the top accessories from the 2021 Overland Expo Mountain West show.The review was complimentary of Pelican cargo cases, which are inspired by the company’s military cases and are tailored to the overlanding crowd. Designed to securely mount and ... Read more
In Q&A, firm executives explain opportunities for growth with Pelican’s durable, well-received protective casesIn a recent Forbes article, the r... Read more
In Q&A, firm executives explain opportunities for growth with Pelican’s durable, well-received protective cases. Read more
December 31, 2021
Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition of Pelican Products
LOS ANGELES (December 31, 2021) – Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of Pelican Products has been completed. Pelican is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective cases and rugged gear for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts, and temperature-controlled supply chain solutions for the healthcare industry.Financial terms were not disclosed.Pelican operates in two primary segments: Pelican Produ... Read more
LOS ANGELES (December 31, 2021) – Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of Pelican Products has been completed. Pelican is a global l... Read more
LOS ANGELES (December 31, 2021) – Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of Pelican Products has been. Read more
December 20, 2021
Why Solenis, Sigura Water $6.5 billion merger is a good fit for Platinum Equity
Platinum Equity executives explain the path forward after $5.25 billion investment in Solenis Solenis is an industrial water treatment company with a global footprint that spans 120 countries and five continents with more than 40 manufacturing facilities and 5,200 employees.Solenis also produces needed ESG solutions.“Global demand for solutions that save water, use less energy, eliminate waste, and convert everyday products to more sustainable... Read more
Platinum Equity executives explain the path forward after $5.25 billion investment in Solenis Solenis is an industrial water treatment company with a... Read more
Platinum Equity executives explain the path forward after $5.25 billion investment in Solenis Solenis is an industri. Read more
December 20, 2021
Platinum Equity Portfolio Company United Site Services Announces Close of New Strategic Investment to Support Continued Growth
Transaction provides substantial capital to fuel next phase of M&A-driven growth and expansionLOS ANGELES – December 20, 2021 – Platinum Equity portfolio company United Site Services, the largest provider of portable sanitation and related site services in the United States, announced today the closing of an investment by a Platinum Equity continuation fund vehicle that will support the company’s continued growth. Terms of the transacti... Read more
Transaction provides substantial capital to fuel next phase of M&A-driven growth and expansionLOS ANGELES – December 20, 2021 – Platinum Equit... Read more
Transaction provides substantial capital to fuel next phase of M&A-driven growth and expansionLOS ANGELES – Dec. Read more
December 20, 2021
Platinum Equity and Ball Corporation to Sell Ball Metalpack to Sonoco for $1.35 Billion
LOS ANGELES and WESTMINSTER, Colo., December 20, 2021 — Platinum Equity and Ball Corporation (NYSE:BLL) today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to sell Ball Metalpack to Sonoco (NYSE: SON) in a transaction valued at approximately $1.35 billion. Closing of the transaction is subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including regulatory review, and is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2022.Ball Metalpa... Read more
LOS ANGELES and WESTMINSTER, Colo., December 20, 2021 — Platinum Equity and Ball Corporation (NYSE:BLL) today announced the signing of a definitive ... Read more
LOS ANGELES and WESTMINSTER, Colo., December 20, 2021 — Platinum Equity and Ball Corporation (NYSE:BLL) today annou. Read more
December 08, 2021
CMA CGM Group takes strategic step in logistics development with major acquisition of Ingram Micro’s Commerce & Lifecycle Services business
Marseille, December 8th, 2021Acquiring U.S.-based Ingram Micro CLS will accelerate the Group’s supply chain capabilities in contract logistics and eCommerce expertise.Key catalyst for CMA CGM Group’s subsidiary CEVA Logistics’ development in high-growth eCommerce segment, especially in U.S., European markets. CEVA Logistics to become the fourth largest global contract-logistics provider.CMA CGM Group, a world leader in shipping and logistic... Read more
Marseille, December 8th, 2021Acquiring U.S.-based Ingram Micro CLS will accelerate the Group’s supply chain capabilities in contract logistics and e... Read more
Marseille, December 8th, 2021Acquiring U.S.-based Ingram Micro CLS will accelerate the Group’s supply chain capabil. Read more
December 07, 2021
Ingram Micro Acquires BRLink, Strengthening Its Partner Ecosystem with New Managed Services
Agreement expands the global distribution leader's cloud services portfolio, establishing Ingram Micro as the only Brazil distributor offering a complete migration to the cloudIrvine, California and São Paulo, Brazil – December 7, 2021. Ingram Micro announced today that it has completed the acquisition of BRLink, a leading managed services provider (MSP) in Brazil. Adding BRLink's suite of solutions gives Ingram Micro partners access to an e... Read more
Agreement expands the global distribution leader's cloud services portfolio, establishing Ingram Micro as the only Brazil distributor offering a compl... Read more
Agreement expands the global distribution leader's cloud services portfolio, establishing Ingram Micro as the only Br. Read more
December 01, 2021
Platinum Equity Completes Sale of Orbit Irrigation to Husqvarna Group
Successful Investment Adds to Momentum of Platinum Equity’s Small Cap Investment Platform LOS ANGELES (December 2, 2021) – Platinum Equity announced today that the previously announced sale of Orbit Irrigation to Husqvarna Group in a transaction valued at approximately $480 million has been completed. Orbit, based in Salt Lake City, Utah, has approximately 300 employees and generates over 95% of its revenues in North America. The Orbit p... Read more
Successful Investment Adds to Momentum of Platinum Equity’s Small Cap Investment Platform LOS ANGELES (December 2, 2021) – Platinum Equity an... Read more
Successful Investment Adds to Momentum of Platinum Equity’s Small Cap Investment Platform LOS ANGELES (Decembe. Read more
November 09, 2021
Platinum Equity Completes Acquisition of Water Treatment Company Solenis
Solenis Simultaneously Acquires Sigura Water; Combined Entity Creates Diversified Leader in Sustainable SolutionsLOS ANGELES – November 9, 2021 – Platinum Equity announced today it has completed the acquisition of Solenis, a leading global producer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries.As part of the transaction, Solenis has merged with Sigura Water, an existing Platinum Equity portfolio company, for a total combined trans... Read more
Solenis Simultaneously Acquires Sigura Water; Combined Entity Creates Diversified Leader in Sustainable SolutionsLOS ANGELES – November 9, 2021 – ... Read more
Solenis Simultaneously Acquires Sigura Water; Combined Entity Creates Diversified Leader in Sustainable SolutionsLOS . Read more
November 02, 2021
BlueCrest Acquires Fluence Automation
(Danbury, CT) – BlueCrest, the global leader in the high-volume print, mail and parcel insertion and sortation space, has acquired Fluence Automation. This strategic acquisition by BlueCrest will allow the companies to harmonize their solutions – hardware, software and imaging – and accelerate growth in the eCommerce fulfillment and Parcel sortation markets. Fluence will become part of BlueCrest, and in the short-term will be referred t... Read more
(Danbury, CT) – BlueCrest, the global leader in the high-volume print, mail and parcel insertion and sortation space, has acquired Fluence Automatio... Read more
(Danbury, CT) – BlueCrest, the global leader in the high-volume print, mail and parcel insertion and sortation spac. Read more
