JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bluejay Capital Partners, LLC (“Bluejay Capital”), a specialist in logistics and transportation industry investing, has completed its acquisition of Pacific West, LLC (“Pacific West”), a leading niche rail and industrial services business serving the western United States. Terms of the transaction were not revealed.
“Pacific West has an exceptional track record serving industries that Bluejay Capital knows very well. The strong team at Pacific West, coupled with the Bluejay Capital team’s network of industry relationships creates a powerful combination. We are ready to get to work helping Pacific West continue to provide great service and to grow,” said Josh Putterman, founding partner of Bluejay Capital.
Dustin Hall, Chief Operating Officer of Pacific West, who retains a meaningful ownership stake in the business, expressed his eager outlook for the company’s future.
“Our partnership with Bluejay Capital marks the beginning of an important chapter of growth for our company and our dedicated employees. We are proud of what we have created and accomplished over the past 30 years and are excited to build upon that history, advancing our industry-leading position, expanding our market reach and broadening the scope of work and services we provide,” said Hall.
Bluejay financed the transaction with Southfield Mezzanine, which provided debt and an equity co-investment.
About Bluejay Capital Partners
Bluejay Capital is an operating partner actively investing in transportation and logistics businesses. The team is comprised of senior M&A professionals that specialize in improving financial and operational performance. They have more than 120 years of combined experience in transportation and logistics with a proven track record of value creation. www.bluejay-capital.com
About Pacific West
Pacific West is an industrial and mechanical contracting firm serving the western U.S. since 1988. Based in Salt Lake City, the company provides a wide range of services to clients including construction of railroad locomotive fueling facilities, rail yard air brake networks, wastewater treatment facilities, above and below ground mechanical facilities and security fencing. Additional services include 24/7 emergency response assistance, environmental remediation work, trenchless pipe activity, vacuum truck resources and a variety of ongoing maintenance services. www.pacwestllc.com/why-us