Platinum Equity Company Contego Packaging Group Invests in New Portsmouth Facility
As reported by Packaging Europe, a packaging industry web site, Contego Packaging Group, a Platinum Equity portfolio company and a pan-European supplier of cartons, leaflets, labels, and foil for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, is moving to a new, 50,000 square foot carton production facility in Fareham, Hampshire. “Our current Portsmouth factory is housed […]
Platinum Equity Company MegaPath Partners with ADTRAN to Deliver Nation’s Largest Ethernet Footprint
Huntsville, AL– ADTRAN©, Inc., (NASDAQ:ADTN), a leading provider of next-generation networking solutions, today announced that MegaPath, one of the leading providers of managed data, voice, and security services in North America and Platinum Equity portfolio company, has partnered with ADTRAN for the nationwide expansion of its Ethernet network. MegaPath has over 200 central offices currently […]
Platinum Equity Company Schutt Sports Becomes Official Helmet for UT-Dallas
Litchfield, IL – Schutt Sports, a Platinum Equity Portfolio Company and leading domestic manufacturer of batters helmets in the United States, has been named the Official Batter’s Helmet for the University of Texas – Dallas. The multi-year agreement calls for the Comets softball and baseball teams to wear Schutt batters helmets and catchers gear. “We’re […]
Detroit Pistons and PNC Bank Renovate Preschool Exhibit at Detroit Children’s Museum
The Detroit Pistons and presenting sponsor PNC Bank cut the ribbon on a newly renovated preschool area inside the Detroit Children’s Museum. The back-to-school themed event featured Pistons ambassadors, mascot Hooper, and voice of the Pistons George Biaha. Youth at the event also received back-to-school packages from the Pistons and PNC Bank. “The educational and […]
Four Winns Debuts 2012 Product Line
North American and international boat dealers and distributor retailers got their first look at the new 2012 Four Winns line this week at the Four Winns dealer conference. The company’s segment-redefining 20-foot-and-above models headlined the event, four brand-new models were presented, and many models across the line saw refinements. “We are aggressively attacking the recreational […]
Platinum Equity Announces Pending Sale of AEES to PKC Group
The PKC Group today signed an agreement for the purchase of AEES companies from Platinum Equity. AEES is one of the leading North American wiring harness manufacturers for heavy- and medium-duty trucks and it also has a significant position in light vehicle wiring harnesses. In addition, AEES provides components and wires to other contract manufacturers. […]
Platinum Equity Acquires Quark
Los Angeles, CA and Denver, CO – Platinum Equity announced today that it has acquired Quark, a provider of publishing software for professional designers and enterprise organizations. “Quark is a legendary brand that helped create the desktop publishing market and is now helping organizations transform how they publish content both to print and digital media,” […]
Schutt Sports Named Official Helmet for Lone Star Conference Softball
In a multi-year agreement, Schutt Sports has been named the official helmet of softball’s NCAA Division II Lone Star Conference. “The Lone Star Conference schools are right in the middle of softball country,” said Dianne Baker, national promotions manager for Schutt Sports. “This deal gives us great exposure in some key markets and puts our […]
Platinum Equity Company American Commercial Lines Announces New Leadership
Jeffersonville, IN – One of the largest and most diversified inland marine transportation companies in the United States and a Platinum Equity company, American Commercial Lines (ACL), announced today the new leadership of Mark Knoy as President and Chief Executive Officer and David Huls as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Mark Knoy, a […]
Schutt Sports Sponsors Texas High School Coaches Association 2011 All-Star Games
Dallas,TX – Schutt Sports, a Platinum Equity company, is sponsoring the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) 2011 All-Star Games this week, as the “Official Football Helmet” and platinum partner of the program. “Texas is home to some of the most storied high school football groups in the country, and we are proud to support […]