Brightstar Capital Partners Acquires Majority Stake in Material Handling Group USA
October 23, 2026
Brightstar Capital Partners acquired a majority interest in Material Handling Group USA (MHG), a regional provider of material handling equipment, rentals, aftermarket parts, and service. CEO Roger Runyan and the management team will retain meaningful ownership, while Jonathan Dawley, former KION North America CEO, will serve as executive chair; Brightstar plans to support MHG’s organic growth, selective acquisitions, technician workforce, and technology investment.
- Buyers
- Brightstar Capital Partners
- Targets
- Material Handling Group USA
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Michigan, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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