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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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July 05, 2023
Solenis Completes Acquisition of Diversey for $4.6 Billion
Deal combines two industry leaders in adjacent but highly complementary marketsWILMINGTON, Del. (USA) — Solenis, a leading manufacturer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries, has completed its previously announced acquisition of Diversey Holdings, Ltd., effective July 5, in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately $4.6 billion. Diversey is a leading provider of hygiene, infection prevention and ... Read more
Deal combines two industry leaders in adjacent but highly complementary marketsWILMINGTON, Del. (USA) — Solenis, a leading manufacturer of specialty... Read more
Deal combines two industry leaders in adjacent but highly complementary marketsWILMINGTON, Del. (USA) — Solenis, a . Read more
July 02, 2023
Platinum Equity Acquires JELD-WEN Australasia Windows and Doors Business
LOS ANGELES, July 2, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of the JELD-WEN Australasia windows, doors and related building products business from JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. for approximately $461 million has been completed. “We are pleased to have provided a divestiture solution to JELD-WEN as the company continues to streamline and simplify its business,” said Platinum Equity Co-President Louis Samson. “Platinum has ... Read more
LOS ANGELES, July 2, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of the JELD-WEN Australasia windows, doors and related building pro... Read more
LOS ANGELES, July 2, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today that the acquisition of the JELD-WEN Australasia window. Read more
June 21, 2023
How Club Car is assisting Georgia-based charities through annual sponsorship of Korn Ferry Tour event
At 32, Ironman triathlete Molly Barker’s struggles with alcohol abuse and addiction inspired her to start a Charlotte, N.C.-based program to help young girls navigate life experiences. Since then, Girls on the Run has grown into a national program impacting more than two million girls. Girls on the Run Coastal Georgia is one of Club Car’s charitable partners benefiting from the golf cart and utility vehicle manufacturer’s annual sponsorsh... Read more
At 32, Ironman triathlete Molly Barker’s struggles with alcohol abuse and addiction inspired her to start a Charlotte, N.C.-based program to help y... Read more
At 32, Ironman triathlete Molly Barker’s struggles with alcohol abuse and addiction inspired her to start a Charlo. Read more
June 09, 2023
TruckPro’s charitable giving program raises $125,000 for St. Jude’s Research Hospital, other charities
TruckPro announced a donation of $125,000 to charities that support veterans, children’s cancerresearch and underserved communities during its annual sales summit in March.The beneficiaries of the TruckPro Gives Back program were the Wounded Warrior Project and The War Amps ($55,000combined), St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ($40,000), and the Salvation Army in the U.S. and Canada ($30,000). The company’s annual giving program is volu... Read more
TruckPro announced a donation of $125,000 to charities that support veterans, children’s cancerresearch and underserved communities during its annua... Read more
TruckPro announced a donation of $125,000 to charities that support veterans, children’s cancerresearch and underse. Read more
May 23, 2023
LRG, a Mad Engine brand division, launches its first sustainable capsule to honor Earth Day
LRG, a brand division of Mad Engine, launched its first sustainable capsule in April to honor Earth Day 2023. In the fashion industry, a capsule is a limited-edition apparel collection that correlates with an important moment or event. LRG's Earth Day capsule utilizes organic cotton and recycled materials. The initiative is part of Mad Engine’s MadSustainable program that was launched in 2019. “We continue to improve our efforts to be a... Read more
LRG, a brand division of Mad Engine, launched its first sustainable capsule in April to honor Earth Day 2023. In the fashion industry, a capsule is... Read more
LRG, a brand division of Mad Engine, launched its first sustainable capsule in April to honor Earth Day 2023. In t. Read more
May 15, 2023
Solenis’ newest European facility shows company’s commitment to R&D
MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany – On a sunny day in west Germany, Solenis officially welcomed its newest research and development facility with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Witnessed by a cheerful audience of C-suite executives, employees and local government officials, Solenis CEO John Panichella and Chief Sustainability Officer Lotta Kanto Öqvist did the honors in officially christening the $5 million investment from the global manufacturer of sp... Read more
MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany – On a sunny day in west Germany, Solenis officially welcomed its newest research and development facility with a ribbon-c... Read more
MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany – On a sunny day in west Germany, Solenis officially welcomed its newest research and dev. Read more
May 09, 2023
Platinum Equity Co-President Jacob Kotzubei talks importance of creativity, ability to ‘meet the moment’ at Milken Institute Global Conference
Platinum Equity executive Jacob Kotzubei was invited to participate in a panel discussion during the recent 26th annual Milken Institute Global Conference. Kotzubei joined a lineup of prominent investment bankers, institutional investors, celebrities like hip-hop pioneer Snoop Dogg and politicians like U.S. Senator Joe Manchin at the bipartisan think tank’s annual gathering to promote progress and prosperity. Kotzubei, who was recently promoted... Read more
Platinum Equity executive Jacob Kotzubei was invited to participate in a panel discussion during the recent 26th annual Milken Institute Global Confer... Read more
Platinum Equity executive Jacob Kotzubei was invited to participate in a panel discussion during the recent 26th annu. Read more
May 08, 2023
Yahoo News highlights Securus Technologies program that gives the incarcerated community access to college degrees
In 2016, Securus Technologies created its Lantern program for corrections to provide incarcerated students access to a college education. The platform partners with colleges and universities to deliver postsecondary digital education services to seven state department of corrections programs with nine schools around the country. Nearly 8,000 students were enrolled this past fall, and 1,000 students have earned degrees through the program. Y... Read more
In 2016, Securus Technologies created its Lantern program for corrections to provide incarcerated students access to a college education. The platf... Read more
In 2016, Securus Technologies created its Lantern program for corrections to provide incarcerated students access to . Read more
April 17, 2023
Platinum Equity to Acquire JELD-WEN Australasia Windows and Doors Business
LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the JELD-WEN Australasia windows, doors and related building products business from JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) for approximately $461 million.The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2023, subject to certain closing conditions and regulatory approvals.“We are proud to have crafted a divestiture solution t... Read more
LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the JELD-WEN Australasia windows, doo... Read more
LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the . Read more
April 03, 2023
Platinum Equity Acquires Majority Share of Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment
LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of a majority interest in Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment from affiliates of the company’s founders.The Tarter family remains a minority shareholder. Financial terms were not disclosed.Founded by the Tarter family in 1945 as the Tarter Gate Company, the business has expanded significantly in recent years to include a broad range of ranch and farm equipment. Today Tar... Read more
LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of a majority interest in Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment from affiliat... Read more
LOS ANGELES, April 3, 2023 — Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of a majority interest in Tarter Farm . Read more
