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Ingram Micro Unveils New Downtown Office in Western New York

Ingram Micro has officially opened its new downtown Buffalo, N.Y. office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring remarks from company executives and Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan. The event marked a major milestone in the company’s 40-year presence in Buffalo. Located just steps from City Hall and the waterfront, the new office reflects Ingram Micro’s continued commitment to Buffalo and its […]

Platinum CEO Tom Gores Tells SBJ ‘No Limits’ Attitude is Driving Pistons Renaissance

The Sports Business Journal recently highlighted Platinum Equity Founder and CEO Tom Gores’ leadership of the fast-rising Detroit Pistons across two content pieces. In an exclusive Q&A, Gores, who acquired the Pistons in 2011, discusses the team’s historic brand, the first-round playoff victory over the Orlando Magic and their rise to the top of the […]

Tarter, John Deere Announce Partnership to Launch American-Made Cutters

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LIBERTY, Ky. – John Deere and Tarter USA announced a manufacturing partnership to develop and produce a new line of American-made flex wing rotary cutters under the Frontier™ brand. Dealer feedback has been highly favorable, with initial order volumes exceeding first-year forecasts, signaling strong demand across key agricultural markets. Manufacturing of the new product line is […]

Platinum Equity Completes Sale of Unical Aviation to Satair, an Airbus Company

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Successful exit follows comprehensive four-year operational transformation program LOS ANGELES (May 11, 2026) – Platinum Equity today announced that the sale of Unical Aviation Inc. (“Unical”), a leading global provider of aerospace aftermarket solutions, to Satair, an Airbus company, has been completed. The sale includes Unical, a global aircraft parts and components supplier of Used Serviceable […]

Platinum Equity’s Credit Team Leads Financing for Soulshine Farms

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LOS ANGELES (May 7, 2026) – Platinum Equity announced today it provided financing for Soulshine Farms in connection with a recent strategic investment in the company. Soulshine is a value-add poultry processor specializing in higher-complexity products for the foodservice and retail industries. “This financing reflects our sector expertise and our depth of experience partnering with […]

Platinum Equity Announces Acquisition of Infratech

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LOS ANGELES (May 5, 2026) – Platinum Equity announced today the acquisition of Infratech, a preeminent branded player and pioneer in infrared electric heating solutions with more than 50 years of experience serving customers across residential and commercial heat applications. Financial terms were not disclosed. Platinum Equity acquired the business from entrepreneur Sam Longo Jr. […]

Platinum Continues Support of JRLA With $50K in Scholarships, Mentorship Program

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DETROIT- For the fifth consecutive year, Platinum Equity is supporting the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy senior class with a mentorship program. In late March, firm representatives and JRLA students met at the Henry Ford–Detroit Pistons Performance Center for a mentorship exercise. Afterward, the group attended that night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks, watching from the personal suite of Platinum Equity Founder […]

Platinum Equity and Ares Commercial Finance Provide Financing for Kingswood Capital Management’s Acquisition of Daramic

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NEW YORK – April 27, 2026 – Platinum Credit Opportunities Funds (“PCOF”) and Ares Commercial Finance (“ACF”) announced today that they provided financing to support Kingswood Capital Management’s (“KCM” or the “Sponsor”) acquisition of Daramic, LLC (“Daramic” or the “Company”), a Charlotte, North Carolina-based global leader in supplying high-performance polyethylene and phenolic resin-based battery separators […]

Horizon Organic Gets Media Notice for Launch of Real Dairy Coffee Creamers

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Horizon Organic’s new Real Dairy Creamers has garnered favorable media attention from Parade. Made only with organic ingredients of milk, cream, cane sugar and other natural flavors, the coffee creamers follow industry and consumer trends. “Horizon Organic believes that small choices can make a big difference for people and the planet, and it’s this belief that precipitated the launch […]