Wafra Acquires Contract Leasing Corporation
August 2, 2022
Funds advised by Wafra Inc. have acquired Contract Leasing Corporation (CLC), a New Jersey-based regional trailer and intermodal chassis lessor. Wafra will partner with CLC’s founder and CEO Michael Goor, who will remain CEO and a significant shareholder, to accelerate growth, expand geographic reach, and enhance service capabilities.
- Buyers
- Wafra Inc.
- Targets
- Contract Leasing Corporation
- Industry
- Logistics & Distribution
- Location
- New Jersey, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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