Immediately upon acquisition, our $1 million investment in The San Diego Union-Tribune’s production department increased the venerable newspaper’s efficiency. Corporate Divestitures, where we specialize in complex carve-outs, form the foundation of our successful track record:
GEESINKNORBA was acquired and transitioned during the launch of its landmark new product, the world’s first electric refuse-collection vehicle.
Avaya Business Unit complements our existing portfolio company, Altura, offering its communications systems customers expanded design and service AEES is a key provider of electrical wire harnesses to major U.S. and international automotive original equipment manufacturers.
Public-to-Private Transactions present unique challenges, overcome by our ability to manage shareholder concerns and to meet regulatory requirements.
Pomeroy IT Solutions is looking forward to increased flexibility under private ownership, with broadening its suite of customer services at the forefront of its plans.
Private Seller Transactions give us the opportunity to work with established private businesses and provide operational knowledge, capital, and M&A expertise.
The San Diego Union-Tribune is one of Southern California’s oldest and most respected daily newspapers, a market where we see untapped opportunity.
Canvas Systems sells high-quality refurbished IT equipment, a market strengthened by the economic downturn.
DAUM Commercial Real Estate Services is the oldest brokerage company in California and is looking forward to a stronger business with our operational guidance.
International Offshore Services is a trusted name in offshore marine transport services for the oil and gas industry, serving it with a fleet of 52 vessels in the Gulf of Mexico.
We effectively applied the principles of M&A&O® in our existing portfolio companies:
3B The Fibreglass Company achieved sustainable market share increases in its key growth segments.
Covad Communications strengthened its position in voice and data communications.
Wheel Pros developed several cornerstone marketing initiatives, including programs with Amazon.com and NASCAR.
“With eleven deals closed and $2.4 billion in revenue added to the portfolio, 2009 was an excellent year for Platinum.”
—Johnny Lopez, Partner, Platinum Equity
Ryerson expanded its line of steel products in three major areas and added four new locations.
Broadleaf launched a number of new building materials product lines.
Strategic Distribution reworked its supply base to increase efficiency and added key new customer contracts.