Branford Castle Partners II Invests in Marine Floats
October 12, 2023
Branford Castle Partners II, an affiliate of Branford Castle Partners, has made a strategic investment in Marine Floats, a Tacoma, Washington-based specialty marine contractor that designs, fabricates and installs marinas, floating docks and waterfront structures while providing environmental and permitting advisory services. Branford will partner with founder and President Logan Brown to support growth and expand the company’s offerings and reach across the Pacific Northwest; terms were not disclosed.
- Buyers
- Branford Castle Partners II, L.P.
- Targets
- Marine Floats
- Industry
- Construction
- Location
- Washington, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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