Kaltroco Acquires Stake in EspriGas from Council Capital

Kaltroco Makes Minority Investment in Dave Cantin Group

November 13, 2023

Professional Services

Kaltroco, a private investment company backed by the family of Steve Koltes, has made a minority growth investment in The Dave Cantin Group (DCG), a New York–based M&A advisory firm focused on automotive retail and related sectors. The capital will support DCG's expansion into adjacent verticals (motorcycle, RV, powersports, heavy truck), broader geographic coverage, and new advisory service offerings; financial terms were not disclosed.

SPATCO Energy Solutions Acquires K&K Electric

November 30, 2023

Electrical Services

SPATCO Energy Solutions, a Kian Capital–backed infrastructure services platform, has acquired K&K Electric, Inc., an electrical services provider focused on petroleum fueling and EV infrastructure based in Sanford, Florida. The add-on expands SPATCO's petroleum and EV capabilities and Florida footprint, adding roughly 70 electricians and strengthening service offerings across the Southeast United States.

SPATCO Energy Solutions Acquires Petro Supply

February 9, 2023

Energy

SPATCO Energy Solutions, a Kian Capital-backed platform, has acquired Petro Supply, a family-owned distributor of petroleum equipment based in the Mid-Atlantic, expanding SPATCO's footprint into Maryland, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. The add-on strengthens SPATCO's distribution and full-service capabilities for fueling stations, convenience stores and petroleum handling facilities as the platform continues roll-up activity backed by Kian and co-investors.

Triton Acquires Majority Stake in Kälte Eckert Group

July 28, 2022

HVAC & Mechanical

Triton (Triton Smaller Mid‑Cap Fund II) has acquired a majority stake in Kälte Eckert Group, a German specialist in refrigeration and air‑conditioning systems using natural refrigerants. Triton is investing alongside management (Michael and Holger Eckert) to support the company’s regional expansion and further develop its sustainable refrigeration capabilities; terms were not disclosed.

Kian Capital Majority Recapitalizes SPATCO; SPATCO Adds The Southern Co. (NLR) and Adams Tank & Lift

August 17, 2021

Energy

Kian Capital Partners completed a majority recapitalization of SPATCO Energy Solutions in September 2020 with co-investors RF Investment Partners and PA Capital, supporting SPATCO's buy-and-build strategy. SPATCO then closed two add-on acquisitions: The Southern Company of North Little Rock (Dec 2020) and Adams Tank & Lift (July 2021), expanding its fueling equipment, installation, maintenance and environmental compliance footprint across the Southeast.

Kian Capital Partners and Apogem Capital Acquire SPATCO Energy Solutions via $230M Continuation Fund (RF Investment Partners Reinvests)

August 14, 2024

Energy

Kian Capital Partners and Apogem Capital led a $230 million continuation fund to acquire SPATCO Energy Solutions from RF Investment Partners, with RF reinvesting alongside the new fund. SPATCO, a Charlotte-based provider of fueling infrastructure sales, installation, maintenance and compliance services with ~1,000 employees and 33 offices across the U.S. and Canada, will continue its growth under the new ownership structure.