kdc/one Acquires Barony Universal

kdc/one Acquires Aerofil Technology; KKR Makes Strategic Investment in kdc/one

March 30, 2022

Manufacturing

Knowlton Development Corporation (kdc/one) acquired Aerofil Technology, a Sullivan, Missouri-based aerosol and liquid contract packager, adding North American aerosol filling capabilities to its network. Simultaneously, global investment firm KKR made a strategic minority investment in kdc/one to support the company's continued growth alongside existing investor Cornell Capital.

kdc/one Acquires V Manufacturing & Logistics

October 12, 2021

Manufacturing

Knowlton Development Corporation (kdc/one) has acquired V Manufacturing & Logistics (VML), a California-based small-batch contract manufacturer specializing in beauty and personal care products. The strategic purchase expands kdc/one's West Coast manufacturing network and adds small-run formulation and personalized production capabilities to its end-to-end beauty, personal care and home care services.

Kensington Capital Partners Acquires ONE9 Venture Capital Business

April 2, 2025

Financial Services

Kensington Capital Partners has acquired the venture capital investment business of ONE9 and taken a minority stake in ONE9 Capability Labs (with an option to acquire the remainder upon milestone achievement). ONE9's legacy investments are excluded and remain with the original vendors; the deal positions Kensington to lead investments in National Security technologies, including cybersecurity and defense-focused dual-use technologies.

Imperial Dade Acquires Hylon Koburn Chemicals (HyKo)

January 4, 2022

Logistics & Distribution

Imperial Dade has acquired Hylon Koburn Chemicals, Inc. (HyKo), a Salt Lake City-based distributor of janitorial products run by Ron and Mike Starr. The transaction — Imperial Dade's 46th acquisition — expands the company's presence in Salt Lake City and will allow HyKo customers access to Imperial Dade's broader product offering; financial terms were not disclosed.

ADB Companies Acquires KDC Wireless

October 17, 2022

Telecommunications

ADB Companies, LLC acquired the assets of KDC Wireless, Inc., adding KDC to ADB's Wireless Division to expand its Midwest (Kansas City) wireless construction and maintenance capabilities. The deal transfers ownership from KDC founders Dave and Kristin Campbell and supports ADB's buy-and-build strategy to grow its regional wireless presence.

Cadillac Fairview Acquires 50% Stake in KDC

July 13, 2021

Real Estate

Cadillac Fairview has acquired a 50% interest in KDC, joining KDC management and long-standing partner Compatriot Capital in a newly formed U.S. commercial office and mixed-use investment platform. The partners also closed an initial $800 million fund to support development and acquisition of Class A office and mixed-use projects across the United States.