SharpVue Capital Acquires Bald Head Island Ferry System from Bald Head Island Limited for $67.7M
May 31, 2022
Raleigh-based private equity firm SharpVue Capital agreed to acquire the remaining Mitchell family operations and related real estate assets from Bald Head Island Limited, including the Bald Head Island ferry, tram, barge, parking operations and marinas, in a deal valued at $67.7 million. The ferry and tram transfer requires approval from the North Carolina Utilities Commission; SharpVue plans to retain existing staff and pursue operational and technological upgrades while maintaining current service levels and regulated fares.
- Buyers
- SharpVue Capital
- Targets
- Bald Head Island Limited
- Sellers
- Bald Head Island Limited, Mitchell family estate
- Industry
- Transportation
- Location
- North Carolina, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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