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Platinum Equity’s Louis Samson Discusses Key Industry Topics at Milken Global Conference 2026

Platinum Equity’s Louis Samson Discusses Key Industry Topics at Milken Global Conference 2026

Firm co-president shares perspective on the state of private equity, market outlook.
Platinum Equity Completes Sale of Unical Aviation to Satair, an Airbus Company

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

Exit from aerospace aftermarket company follows four-year operations transformation.
Platinum Equity's Credit Team Leads Financing for Soulshine Farms

Platinum Equity's Credit Team Leads Financing for Soulshine Farms

Financing deal reflects sector expertise, partnering with management, sponsors.
Platinum Equity Announces Acquisition of Infratech

Platinum Equity Announces Acquisition of Infratech

With half century of experience, company provides infrared electric heating solutions.
Platinum Equity and Ares Commercial Finance Provide Financing for Kingswood Capital Management’s Acquisition of Daramic

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

Transaction highlights firm’s ability to support businesses with capital solutions.
Platinum Equity’s Female Leaders Explain How They Drive the Firm’s Success

Platinum Equity’s Female Leaders Explain How They Drive the Firm’s Success

VP Sports & Entertainment Sarah Clay: ‘We bring different strengths to the table.’
Three Deals in Two Weeks: Small Cap Continues Momentum in 2026 After Platinum Equity’s $2.28B Fundraise

Three Deals in Two Weeks: Small Cap Continues Momentum in 2026 After Platinum Equity’s $2.28B Fundraise

Founder and CEO Tom Gores: Three decades of experience drives firm’s dedicated lower-middle market investment team.
How Sunrise Medical Supports Air Travel Innovation for Power Wheelchair Users

How Sunrise Medical Supports Air Travel Innovation for Power Wheelchair Users

Wheelchair manufacturer works to assist users who need assistance while flying.
PlayPower to Acquire BCI Burke

PlayPower to Acquire BCI Burke

Deal aims to combine companies committed to creating legendary play experiences.
Platinum Equity to Sell Global Environmental Services Business Urbaser to Blackstone and EQT for $6.6 Billion

Platinum Equity to Sell Global Environmental Services Business Urbaser to Blackstone and EQT for $6.6 Billion

Madrid-based global environment service provider experienced multi-year transformation.

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June 24, 2025

Platinum Equity to Acquire Solo, European Provider of Personalizable Products and Apparel

Co-President Louis Samson: Firm’s ‘approach to value creation’ makes good fit with Solo.

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June 20, 2025

Solenis, NCH Corporation Announce Merger Which Aims to Create More Diversified, Customer-Centric Provider of Water, Hygiene Solutions

Platinum Equity execs believe merger will help Solenis further diversify its business.

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June 17, 2025

How Pelican Products Helped Operation USA Provide Relief During L.A. Wildfires: ‘We are very grateful’

Pelican donated coolers, backpacks and flashlights to aid relief efforts during fires.

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June 12, 2025

How Rehlko Supports Sustainable Backup Power Solutions for a Rural Washington Hospital

New tech addresses the need for reliable backup power for rural Washington hospital.

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May 30, 2025

Henry Ford’s Donation to JRLA Helped by Partnerships with Tom Gores, Platinum

There was a surprise announcement before the start of the recent Jalen Rose Leadership Academy golfing fundraiser.

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May 22, 2025

Platinum Equity's Jacob Kotzubei at Milken: Differentiation Key to Innovation

Platinum Equity Co-President Jacob Kotzubei recently told a Milken Institute Global Conference audience that despite some headwinds in private markets, he believes the future is promising for those who continue to adapt and differentiate themselves.

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