Peak Rock Capital Affiliate Acquires Rochester Midland Corporation
July 27, 2023
An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Rochester Midland Corporation, a 135-year-old specialty chemical supplier headquartered in Rochester, New York. Peak Rock will partner with the Calkins family and RMC management to accelerate growth, pursue complementary acquisitions, and expand the company’s production, geographic footprint, and service offerings.
- Buyers
- Peak Rock Capital (affiliate)
- Targets
- Rochester Midland Corporation
- Sellers
- Calkins family and management team
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- New York, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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