Acquisitions in South Carolina, United States

Warner Pacific, a Lovell Minnick Partners-backed general agency, acquired Brokers Holding Group (BHG), a South Carolina-based general agency focused on level-funded health plans and alternative funding strategies for employer groups. The deal expands Warner Pacific’s footprint across the Southeast (including South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee) and strengthens its capabilities in the employee benefits market. BHG will continue to operate under its existing brand, with co-owners Scott Lee and Lee Long remaining in leadership roles; financial terms were not disclosed.

Smith + Howard, an Atlanta-based accounting and advisory firm, acquired Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS), a large locally owned public accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. The deal expands Smith + Howard’s footprint in the Southeast and adds sector depth in areas including construction, real estate, manufacturing/distribution, captive insurance, and telecommunications; terms were not disclosed. Following closing, BPS will transition to the Smith + Howard brand while maintaining continuity for existing client service teams.

On January 6, 2026, Mississippi Lime Company (MLC) completed the acquisition of Burnett, Inc., a provider of lime slurry systems, services, and process technologies used primarily in municipal water treatment. The deal includes Burnett’s four Southeast U.S. operations, trucking operations, and proprietary offerings such as CAL~FLO liquid lime solutions and the RE~MIN PROCESS; financial terms were not disclosed. Burnett was previously owned by members of the Burnett family, and MLC is privately held by HBM Holdings Company.

Interim HealthCare Inc. acquired its second-largest franchisee, effective January 1, 2026. The acquired operations include home-based care and staffing services across South Carolina’s Upstate and Midlands regions, along with a hospice location in Atlanta; the franchise had previously been owned by InvestSouth (Managing Partner: Chris Lupo). Financial terms were not disclosed.

Pablo River Partners, led by chairman and CEO Charlie Tomm, acquired the Dick Smith Hyundai dealership in Greenville, South Carolina. The dealership was sold by Brian Smith of Dick Smith Automotive, with Performance Brokerage Services serving as exclusive sell-side advisor. Following the transaction, the store will be renamed Hyundai of Greenville and will remain at its current location.

LifeNet Health has acquired Tissue Testing Technologies LLC (T3), a biotechnology company specializing in biopreservation technologies and services. The deal adds T3’s vitrification preservation and controlled warming capabilities to LifeNet Health’s regenerative medicine offering, aiming to extend organ and tissue viability for transplantation and clinical/research applications.

TreeServe, LLC, a portfolio company of Soundcore Capital Partners, acquired Schneider Tree Care to expand its tree care services presence in the Southeast United States. Schneider Tree Care, based in Greenville, South Carolina, provides residential and commercial tree care, plant healthcare, and mulch services in the greater Greenville and Charlotte markets. Financial terms were not disclosed and Schneider will continue to be led by Erich and Kurt Schneider.

Innova Therapeutics has completed the acquisition of Enci Therapeutics, adding Enci’s lead oncology program, IVT-8086, to Innova’s development pipeline. IVT-8086 is a first-in-class humanized monoclonal antibody targeting SFRP2 in the non-canonical Wnt/Ca2+ signaling pathway, with potential applications across multiple solid and hematologic cancers. Financial terms were not disclosed.

WhiteWater Express Car Wash acquired Time to Shine Car Wash, a South Carolina-based car wash operator with 10 operating locations and 2 sites in development. The deal marks WhiteWater’s entry into South Carolina, adding sites in the Charleston and Columbia markets, with plans to transition the locations to the WhiteWater Express brand in early 2026.

Trive Capital made a strategic investment in Illumis Global to accelerate its growth and build a comprehensive vendor management platform for enterprise customers. Illumis Global, headquartered in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, provides accounts payable/profit recovery audits, contract compliance, supply chain optimization support, and analytics solutions, and will continue to be led by President Jason Lipari.

Care Advantage, Inc. completed the acquisition of Attentive Angels Home Care, a non-medical in-home care provider based in Columbia, South Carolina. The deal marks Care Advantage’s entry into South Carolina and supports its strategy of expanding its home care footprint across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Denali, a U.S. recycler of food and organic materials, acquired SMART Recycling, a Charleston-based provider of food waste collection and recycling services across South Carolina and North Carolina. The deal expands Denali’s food-scrap collection and organics recycling footprint in the Carolinas and supports broader end-to-end solutions such as collection, depackaging, and composting through local facilities.

DTN, a global data and technology company, acquired a controlling interest in Tandem Concepts, an AI-powered logistics and integration software provider for commodity terminals and downstream fuel distribution. The deal expands DTN’s Fuel Operations Hub and fuel intelligence capabilities by enabling real-time validation, load number management, and improved terminal-to-retail visibility across the downstream supply chain.

Humanly, a Seattle-based AI recruiting and talent CRM company, announced it has acquired Sprockets, Qualifi, and HourWork to form an end-to-end conversational AI hiring platform spanning sourcing, screening, interviewing, hiring, and post-hire engagement. The acquisitions add Sprockets’ hiring and frontline manager tools, Qualifi’s automated phone/voice screening, and HourWork’s hourly worker onboarding and engagement capabilities; financial terms were not disclosed.

Ahlstrom acquired EBF, a Greenville, South Carolina-based manufacturer of natural fiber-based medical devices used for the collection and preservation of biological samples, including newborn screening 903 diagnostic cards and procedure packs. EBF will join Ahlstrom’s Filtration and Life Sciences business, expanding Ahlstrom’s converting capabilities (e.g., advanced printing, sequential numbering, and custom packaging) and strengthening its position in diagnostic testing materials for lab and life sciences applications.

Eagle Merchant Partners made a strategic investment in ES Integrated (ESI), a provider of industrial cleaning, environmental, and waste services across the Southeastern United States. ESI will continue to be led by its current management team, and the partnership aims to accelerate organic growth through geographic and service line expansion while pursuing strategic acquisitions.

Emerald Lake Capital Management made an equity investment in CORE Transformers; financial terms were not disclosed. CORE Transformers, headquartered in Seneca, South Carolina, provides new and reconditioned transformers and repair solutions serving commercial, industrial, data center, and renewable energy markets across the United States. Emerald Lake plans to support CORE’s growth through investments in talent, technology, and inventory and by pursuing select acquisitions.

KSL Capital Partners announced that its affiliates acquired The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa through KSL’s Tactical Opportunities Fund. The property is a 420-room oceanfront luxury resort on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina; financial terms were not disclosed.

King Risk Partners acquired LH Griffith & Company, LLC, an independent insurance agency with offices in Walterboro and Goose Creek, South Carolina. The deal expands King Risk Partners’ presence in South Carolina and supports its broader Southeast growth strategy while maintaining LH Griffith’s client-first service model.

Langford Electric (LEI), an electrical contracting services provider headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, has been acquired by ICS Holding. ICS Holding is a portfolio company of Stellex Capital, and transaction terms were not disclosed.

Hydrite acquired Enterprise Specialty Products, Inc. (ESP), effective September 3, 2025. ESP, headquartered in Laurens, South Carolina, provides foam control products used across markets such as water treatment, paints & coatings, adhesives, inks, construction & building materials, and textiles. The deal expands Hydrite’s footprint into the US Southeast, and ESP founder Allen Waters will continue overseeing day-to-day operations.

Argano acquired HyBridge Solutions to strengthen its enterprise modernization and digital transformation offerings, adding deeper Infor and UKG expertise across workforce management, human capital management, and cloud ERP. The deal expands Argano’s healthcare capabilities and augments its broader consulting and managed services platform; Argano is a portfolio company of Trinity Hunt Partners.

Prominence Advisors, a healthcare data enablement firm, acquired Tegra Analytics, a life sciences analytics consultancy. The acquisition expands Prominence’s data enablement and advanced analytics capabilities into the life sciences sector, strengthening its ability to serve providers, payers, and pharmaceutical/biotech organizations.

ShoreView Partners announced an investment in Frham Safety Products, a distributor of consumable safety supplies and specialized equipment serving the nuclear power industry and other safety-critical sectors. Frham is headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and plans to pursue add-on acquisitions of specialty safety product providers as part of its growth strategy.

Blue Dot Readi-Mix announced it has acquired Sandlapper Concrete, LLC to expand into the Greenville, South Carolina market. Sandlapper Concrete will continue operating under its existing name while being operated by Blue Dot Readi-Mix; both businesses are part of the Trowel Craft Group network.

Wireless Logic, an IoT connectivity solutions provider backed by Montagu and General Atlantic, completed the acquisition of Zipit Wireless. Zipit, headquartered in South Carolina with operations in the United States and Canada, adds multi-carrier IoT connectivity and advanced subscription billing/white-label billing capabilities, including its Canadian subsidiary Mtrex Networks.

US Masonry and Building Products (USMBP), a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, acquired Davis Supply, a regional distributor of masonry and concrete construction materials. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Davis Supply serves commercial and infrastructure contractors across the Southeastern United States, expanding USMBP’s distribution footprint in the region.

King Risk Partners announced the acquisition of Cummings Insurance Agency, LLC, an independent insurance agency based in Aiken, South Carolina, as part of its continued expansion in the Southeast. Founded in 2014, Cummings Insurance Agency is known for serving agricultural and equestrian clients, including specialty offerings such as equine mortality, farm owners, and ranch liability insurance.

CSL Consulting LLC, a portfolio company of NMS Capital, acquired Brownstone Construction Group LLC to expand CSL’s presence in the Southeastern United States. Brownstone is an owner’s representative and project/program management services firm focused on complex capital improvement projects across public K-12 education, higher education, healthcare, municipal, and civil end markets. Transaction terms were not disclosed.

Air Conditioning Specialist, Inc. (ACS), a portfolio company of Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, acquired David Taylor Heating & Air Cond, LLC (DTHA). Headquartered in Anderson, South Carolina, DTHA provides HVAC services to residential and light commercial customers in northwest South Carolina, expanding ACS’s presence across the Southeast. The transaction was financed by funds managed by First Eagle Alternative Credit and Capital Southwest.

Strength Capital Partners closed a single-asset continuation vehicle to extend its investment in ESP Associates, Inc., providing liquidity to existing Strength Capital investors and additional capital to fund ESP’s organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The continuation vehicle was led by investment funds affiliated with Neuberger Berman, with significant rollover investment from Strength Capital Partners and the ESP management team.

Nova Capital Management (through an affiliate) has completed the acquisition of Shakespeare Company LLC, a diversified manufacturer of engineered products and a long-standing brand founded in 1897. The transaction is a carve-out from Jadex Inc.; financial terms were not disclosed, and Shakespeare will operate as a standalone business under Nova’s ownership.

Pyxl, a full-service digital agency, announced it has acquired Cobble Hill, an established digital marketing agency. The deal expands Pyxl’s lead generation, creative services, and global delivery network, while Cobble Hill will continue operating under its existing brand and leadership from Charleston.

McMillan Pazdan Smith announced it has acquired Jumper Carter Sease (JCS), a West Columbia, South Carolina-based architecture firm founded in 1929. The combination expands McMillan Pazdan Smith’s architecture and advisory capabilities across the South Carolina Midlands and the broader Southeast, with JCS principals Todd Sease and Joel Carter continuing in leadership roles.

Bondcote Performance Textiles (BPT), a subsidiary of XFS Global, LLC and backed by Lake Country Capital, announced the acquisition of Graniteville Specialty Fabrics (GSF). GSF will continue operating from its Graniteville, South Carolina facility while its team, brand, and product lines integrate into BPT. The deal expands BPT’s capabilities in high-performance coated textiles serving defense, industrial, and commercial markets.

Inverness Graham acquired Cognito Forms, a SaaS provider of low-code/no-code workflow automation and data-collection tools. Cognito Forms, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, serves SMBs, nonprofits, and government organizations, with strength in compliance-driven verticals such as healthcare, education, and legal. The deal is described as Inverness Graham Investments V’s first platform investment; financial terms were not disclosed.

Construction Resources Company, LLC, an Atlanta-based distributor of appliances, countertops, lighting, flooring and related products, completed the acquisitions of MVP Granite Countertops and Opustone LLC to expand its reach in the southeastern United States. MVP Granite Countertops provides countertop fabrication and installation services in the greater Charleston, South Carolina area, while Opustone distributes stone slabs and tile across multiple locations in South Florida. Financial terms were not disclosed.

America's Auto Auction acquired Augusta Auto Auction, a wholesale vehicle auction operating on a 5-acre property in North Augusta, South Carolina. The deal expands America's Auto Auction’s footprint in the Southeast while keeping Augusta’s established auction operations, dealer network, and customer service approach in place.

Hendrick Automotive Group acquired Love Automotive, an automotive retail business in Columbia, South Carolina. The deal includes the Love Chevrolet and Love GMC dealerships, which will be rebranded as Hendrick Chevrolet and Hendrick GMC while continuing operations with existing team leadership.

Nuvocargo has acquired Merge Transportation, a Charleston, South Carolina-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider, marking Nuvocargo’s first 3PL acquisition. The deal expands Nuvocargo’s capabilities to include intra-U.S. freight brokerage and strengthens its end-to-end logistics offering across North America (United States, Mexico, and Canada). Terms were not disclosed and the entire Merge team is expected to join Nuvocargo.

Salas O'Brien announced that Carolina Engineering Solutions has joined the company to strengthen its mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design capabilities. Carolina Engineering Solutions, based in Greenville, South Carolina, provides integrated engineering solutions for education, healthcare, and government clients.

Cantey Tech Consulting, an IT managed service provider (MSP) based in Charleston, South Carolina, acquired the assets of SmartTech Consulting. SmartTech is an IT managed services provider headquartered in Boiling Springs, South Carolina, and the deal strengthens Cantey Tech’s presence across the Carolinas as part of its broader Southeast U.S. growth strategy.

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) announced it closed the acquisition of Platinum West Gentlemen's Club in West Columbia, South Carolina, along with associated real estate. The total purchase price was $8.0 million, comprised of $3.75 million cash and $2.5 million in seller financing for the club, plus $1.75 million cash for the real estate.

Solaia Capital Advisors LLC, through its affiliates, completed an investment in Modjoul, Inc., a provider of hardware, software, and AI-enabled solutions for industrial workplace safety and productivity. The investment is intended to support Modjoul’s growth by expanding and diversifying its customer base and advancing the rollout of its AI Manager productivity offering.

Active Day acquired AllCaregivers, Inc. ("All Caregivers") and New Generations Home Care of Florence, Inc. ("New Generations"), two home care providers operating across South Carolina. The deals follow Active Day’s earlier acquisition of Goldencare and collectively support the build-out of a statewide home care platform alongside Active Day’s adult day service offerings in the state.

BELAY, a provider of flexible staffing solutions, acquired Accountfully, an outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, and tax services firm. The deal expands BELAY’s financial services portfolio by adding Accountfully’s income tax services, inventory systems implementation/consulting, and expertise serving inventory-based businesses (including in the CPG sector).

Arcus Health Services, LLC acquired Priority Home Care, LLC, a provider of home and community-based healthcare services for seniors and disabled individuals. The transaction closed on February 6, 2025, and Priority Home Care is headquartered in Walterboro, South Carolina.

Craig Gaulden Davis Architecture (CGD) announced it has merged with PBK, creating a combined firm operating as Craig Gaulden Davis | PBK. The partnership expands PBK’s presence in the Carolinas and Maryland and broadens the combined firm’s national footprint across 31 offices.

Officine Maccaferri, backed by majority shareholder Ambienta, has completed the acquisition of Synteen Technical Fabrics Inc. Synteen, headquartered in Lancaster, South Carolina, develops and manufactures high-performance geosynthetics (including geogrids and polyester fabrics) used in infrastructure, civil engineering, and construction projects across North America.

Ascent Lifting, Inc., a portfolio company of Shorehill Capital, completed the acquisition of Charleston's Rigging & Marine Hardware (CRMH) on February 3, 2025. CRMH is a Charleston, South Carolina-based distributor and fabricator of industrial rigging products and safety solutions, with a crane service segment and two South Carolina locations (North Charleston and Columbia). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Ruppert Landscape, LLC acquired Ocean Woods Landscaping, Inc., a long-standing commercial landscaping provider serving South Carolina’s Hilton Head, Bluffton, Okatie, and Beaufort markets. Ocean Woods Landscaping Owner and President Matt Thomas will join Ruppert Landscape as a partner and continue to lead the business. Financial terms were not disclosed.

On January 24, 2025, DirectMed Imaging acquired a substantial portion of Richardson Electronics’ Richardson Healthcare business (including the Fort Mill, South Carolina operation) in a strategic asset sale that closed the same day. As part of the transaction, Richardson Electronics and DirectMed also entered into an exclusive 10-year global supply/distribution arrangement covering repaired Siemens CT X-ray tubes, and Richardson will continue manufacturing ALTA CT X-ray tubes for DirectMed for approximately 12–18 months while remaining Richardson Healthcare assets are consolidated into Richardson’s PMT business unit.

Senior Resource Group LLC (SRG) has acquired Atria Mt. Pleasant, a retirement community in Mount Pleasant near Charleston, South Carolina. Following the acquisition, SRG will own and manage the community and rename it The Artisan Mt. Pleasant as part of its senior living portfolio.

Vantem acquired Arris Manufacturing, a Clio, South Carolina-based off-site multi-family residential manufacturer, to broaden its modular manufacturing capabilities and increase capacity in the Southeastern United States. The deal supports Vantem’s nationwide growth strategy to expand its factory footprint across the United States and add complementary capabilities including transportation/logistics and in-house architecture and engineering.

NewTide Development, Inc. acquired Talentr Solutions, an AI innovation lab, as it transitions from incubation to officially launch an AI software innovation company focused on the fuels and convenience retail segments of the energy industry. Following the acquisition, Talentr founder and CEO Vladimir (Vlad) Collak will assume the CEO role at NewTide.

Rockit Pest acquired Mincey's Pest Control, a pest management provider based in Dillon, South Carolina. The transaction marks an ownership transition from former owner Allen Lane to Rockit Pest and supports Rockit's continued expansion across the Carolinas.

VA Shore Group announced the acquisition of Chesapeake Armour Stone and Rip Rap LLC, a privately held rock and quarry services company based in South Carolina. Chesapeake Armour Stone produces custom Armour Stone, Rip Rap, and other large aggregates primarily for marine projects and erosion control, serving East Coast customers from Maine to Florida.

Turner Ashby Capital, LLC acquired HC Luxury Outdoor, a luxury outdoor furniture designer and retailer. HC Luxury Outdoor is headquartered in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, and sells direct-to-consumer outdoor furniture; the transaction was announced by Woodbridge International, which advised the seller.

World Insurance Associates LLC acquired the business of Owens Insurance Agency and Stokes Farnham Insurance Agency, effective January 1, 2025. Owens and Stokes Farnham are insurance agencies serving South Carolina from locations including Greer and Travelers Rest. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Fresh Express Inc. acquired McEntire Produce Inc., a Columbia, South Carolina-based fresh-cut produce processor, repacker, and wholesaler serving the foodservice industry. The deal supports the creation of a Fresh Express Foodservice Division operating under the McEntire Produce name, leveraging Fresh Express’s national footprint and supply chain capabilities to expand foodservice reach across North America. North Inlet Advisors, LLC served as exclusive financial advisor to McEntire Produce and its related entities.

Blue Water Development announced the acquisition of Santee Lakes KOA Journey, a family-friendly campground in Santee, South Carolina. Blue Water plans to invest $4 million in property upgrades, including enhancing RV sites, upgrading amenities, and modernizing the campground to improve the guest experience.

Carroll Daniel Construction Co., a Georgia-based construction company, acquired the assets of Greenville-based O'Neal Inc. Engineering. O'Neal’s business units will be integrated with Carroll Daniel’s in-house Engineering and Architecture groups and operate as Carroll Daniel Engineering, adding more than 100 engineers and support staff. The deal also includes the acquisition of three O'Neal subsidiaries: Quest Site Solutions, InFab Piping Services, and Bridge Automation; financial terms were not disclosed.

CHA acquired Civil Engineering Consulting Services, Inc. (CECS), a transportation-focused civil engineering consulting firm based in Columbia, South Carolina. CECS will immediately rebrand and go-to-market as CHA, expanding CHA’s transportation and infrastructure capabilities in the Southeast.

CyberProof Inc., a UST company, acquired Interpres Security, a vendor specializing in Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) and Automated Security Control Assessments (ASCA). The acquisition expands CyberProof’s managed security services by integrating Interpres’s platform to provide customers continuous, risk-prioritized visibility into exposures and defensive gaps.

Mangrove Equity Partners announced an investment in Griffin Gear, LLC, a South Carolina-based provider of industrial gearbox repair/rebuild services and aftermarket replacement gears. Griffin Gear’s senior management team will continue to lead the company in partnership with Mangrove. The firms also indicated an intention to pursue additional acquisitions in gear manufacturing and gearbox repair businesses.

L&S Mechanical acquired Quality Electric of the Coastal Carolinas (QECC), an electrical services provider headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina. The transaction closed on November 1, 2024, and expands L&S Mechanical’s footprint beyond Texas while adding QECC’s residential and commercial electrical capabilities. QECC’s owner Chad Sanders reinvested in the combined business.

Sequoia Financial Group, LLC, an Akron, Ohio-based SEC-registered wealth manager, acquired Family Asset Management (FAM), a Charleston, South Carolina-based SEC-registered investment advisory firm. FAM, founded in 2004 and managing more than $300 million in AUM, adds a Charleston office and expands Sequoia Financial’s footprint in the Southeast. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Paper Excellence Group announced the operational integration of the recently acquired Domtar Corporation and Resolute Forest Products with its legacy Paper Excellence business, creating a unified forest products company in North America. Following the integration, the combined organization will operate under the Domtar name and continue serving pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products markets. Domtar’s principal executive office is in Fort Mill, South Carolina.

Foundation Investment Partners (FIP) completed the acquisition of American Spool & Packaging, Inc. (Amspak), a Hartsville, South Carolina-based manufacturer/converter of specialty paper packaging products including spiral paper tubes and folding cartons. The business, founded in 1966 and owned by the Ridgeway family, will continue operations under FIP ownership with industry veteran David Partin serving as CEO.

McMillan Pazdan Smith, LLC (MPS), an architecture and planning firm, announced a growth partnership with Providus Capital Partners, a growth-oriented equity investor focused on the architecture and engineering industry. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, MPS will use the investment to accelerate its growth strategy, including organic and acquisition initiatives, while CEO Chad Cousins continues to lead the company. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. announced it has acquired three opioid treatment program clinics in South Carolina. The clinics, formerly operated as Recovery Concepts, Recovery Concepts of the Carolina Upstate, and Clear Skye Treatment Center, will be rebranded under Acadia’s Comprehensive Treatment Center service line.

HUB International Limited acquired Creative Financial Strategies, LLC for an undisclosed amount to strengthen its Retirement and Private Wealth (RPW) services. Creative Financial Strategies, headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, provides investment and financial advisory/planning services to individual and corporate clients across the United States, and its team (including Terry A. Crenshaw and William “Bill” H. Phillips) will join Hub Carolinas.

Propark Mobility acquired Southern Valet & Transportation, a provider of valet, transportation, and parking management services operating in South Carolina. The deal expands Propark Mobility’s national footprint and adds Southern Valet’s services, including its Southern Shuttles transportation offerings, to Propark’s platform.

Wealth Enhancement Group, a national independent wealth management firm, acquired FinTrust Capital Advisors, LLC, a hybrid registered investment adviser overseeing more than $2.39 billion in client assets. FinTrust is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, with additional offices in Anderson, South Carolina and Athens, Georgia. Park Sutton Advisors (a Waller Helms company) served as exclusive financial advisor to FinTrust Capital Advisors.

ContourGlobal entered the United States renewables market by acquiring a 151 MWdc solar PV portfolio consisting of two late-stage development projects in South Carolina from Sun Tribe Development. The projects have long-term PPAs in place, with commercial operations planned to begin in 2029, and ContourGlobal will be responsible for construction, operation, and maintenance.

Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. acquired the assets of CM Tucker Lumber Companies, LLC (Tucker Lumber) for an approximate cash purchase price of US$255 million. Tucker Lumber is a South Carolina-based, vertically integrated treated lumber and building products producer and distributor, and the deal expands Doman’s geographic footprint into the Eastern United States. The transaction closed on October 1, 2024 and was funded with cash on hand and revolving credit facilities.

King Risk Partners acquired Cypress Risk Management, a Ridgeville, South Carolina-based insurance agency, for an undisclosed amount. Cypress, founded in 2012, is known for its niche insurance expertise serving the forestry and trucking industries, and the deal supports King Risk Partners’ continued expansion along the Eastern Seaboard.

Adams Outdoor Advertising acquired all of Cook Brothers Corporation’s billboard assets in Dillon County, South Carolina, totaling 17 display faces along I-95. The transaction closed as of September 19, 2024, and financial terms were not disclosed. The acquisition expands Adams’ out-of-home advertising footprint in the Florence, South Carolina market.

BrandSafway announced the acquisition of Covan's Insulation Company, a South Carolina-based industrial insulation contractor. The deal expands BrandSafway’s industrial service capabilities and strengthens its footprint across the Carolinas and eastern Georgia.

Springfield Tool & Die, Inc., a long-standing manufacturing company, has been acquired by Caleb Standafer III in a transaction facilitated by Viking Mergers & Acquisitions. Retiring president Tom Aldridge will pass leadership to Standafer, who will serve as incoming president and continue the company’s legacy and customer service focus.

Jim Hudson Automotive Group acquired Scott Will Toyota, a Toyota dealership located in Sumter, South Carolina, with the transaction finalized on September 5. Ozog Consulting Group served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to Scott Will on the sale. The acquisition expands Jim Hudson Automotive Group’s South Carolina dealership footprint to seven locations and adds another Lexus/Toyota franchise to its portfolio.

Fulcrum Equity Partners completed a Fund V investment round in Physician Services Group of South Carolina (PSG), a provider of transitional and geriatric care for patients in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. The investment is intended to support PSG’s next phase of growth by strengthening its management team and expanding service offerings as it enters new markets.

SPATCO Energy Solutions, backed by lead investor Kian Capital, completed the acquisition of Blue1 Energy Equipment, a manufacturer and provider of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) storage and dispensing equipment and related fueling solutions. Blue1, headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, expands SPATCO’s DEF and petroleum equipment capabilities and broadens SPATCO’s reach across the United States.

Paladin Holdings LLC, a portfolio company of Makai Capital Partners, has acquired Ultra-Pak, Inc., a contract manufacturer, packager, and distributor of personal care and cleaning products. The deal expands Paladin’s liquid and powder filling capabilities and strengthens its presence in the Jan-San and Hospitality markets.

Fort Point Capital, a Boston-based private equity firm, acquired NewBold Corporation, a managed technology services provider supporting POS, AIDC, and payment device product lines across quick service restaurant, retail, warehousing, and healthcare end markets. NewBold is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, and provides services such as on-site response, depot repair, procurement and deployment, configuration/integration, help-desk support, and payment device encryption and key injection. Old Second National Bank and Brookside (Brookside Mezzanine/Brookside Capital Partners) provided transaction financing, including subordinated debt and an equity co-investment from Brookside.

Hilb Group acquired a South Carolina-based worksite and voluntary benefits insurance agency, expanding its presence in the Southeast. The transaction became effective on August 1, 2024. Hilb Group is a portfolio company of The Carlyle Group and continues to pursue growth through strategic acquisitions.

Ballymore Safety Products, a portfolio company of One Equity Partners, acquired a majority ownership stake in DOC Services, a nationwide provider of asset maintenance services for material handling, electromechanical, and commercial HVAC machinery. DOC’s existing shareholders will retain a significant ownership stake and continue in ongoing roles in the combined entity. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Liberty Service Partners acquired Easy Electrical Solutions ("Easy Electric"), a residential electrical services contractor based in Columbia, South Carolina. The deal expands Liberty Service Partners into the South Carolina market, with founders Dennis and Katielynn O'Toole expected to remain with the organization. Liberty Service Partners is backed by NorthCurrent Partners, which made its flagship investment in Liberty in 2020.

Rockit Pest acquired R&R Pest Control, adding another South Carolina pest control provider to its operations. R&R Pest Control, founded by former owner Ryan Barrick, serves Greenville, South Carolina and surrounding areas and will transition into Rockit as Barrick assists during the handover.

Rockit Pest announced the acquisition of Barrier Guard Termite & Pest, a pest control business based in Charleston, South Carolina. Former owner Sylvester Collins sold the company, citing confidence in Rockit’s commitment to service excellence and the added resources the transition will provide to customers.

Aruza Pest Control Holdings, a portfolio company of Concentric Equity Partners, acquired the Greenville and Columbia, South Carolina operations (branches) of Evergreen Pest Solutions. The deal represents Aruza’s fourth add-on acquisition and is intended to increase density and strengthen its presence in the Greenville and Columbia markets.

CID Capital, an Indianapolis-based private equity firm, announced a partnership investment in Roebuck Wholesale Nursery and Landscaping, Inc. Roebuck provides commercial and residential landscaping maintenance and installation services across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. The investment is described as CID’s ninth platform investment from CID Capital Opportunity Fund III, L.P.

Liteworks Window & Door, a portfolio company of The Macallan Group, has acquired Southern Components, Inc., a distributor of windows and doors serving markets in South Carolina, Georgia, and Northeast Florida. The deal is intended to expand Liteworks’ market presence and product portfolio and accelerate growth across residential and commercial construction end-markets.

AM Conservation, the products division of Franklin Energy, entered into an agreement to purchase the assets of Energy Federation, Inc. (EFI). The combination expands AM Conservation’s product lines and utility marketplace capabilities, creating a more comprehensive provider of products and marketplace solutions for utilities. Closing is subject to approvals by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court due to EFI’s non-profit status.

PostPilot announced a strategic growth equity investment led by Summit Partners with participation from Klaviyo founders Andrew Bialecki and Ed Hallen. The company plans to use the funding to accelerate hiring, expand internationally, and further develop its proprietary, data-driven direct mail targeting and execution platform.

Refrigeration Design and Service (RD&S), a business unit within Kelvin Group backed by Southfield Capital, acquired GMS Services, LLC, a commercial refrigeration and HVAC services provider headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina. The deal expands RD&S/Kelvin Group’s footprint in the Southeast and Great Lakes regions and enhances its commercial refrigeration and HVAC/R service capabilities, particularly for supermarket and related commercial applications. Transaction terms were not disclosed.

Portland Bolt & Manufacturing Co., LLC acquired the South Carolina manufacturing and galvanizing operations of Southern Anchor Bolt Co. The deal supports Portland Bolt’s expansion of its U.S. manufacturing footprint into the Southeast and is expected to improve delivery times and expand product availability for customers nationwide.

White Cap, a distributor of specialty construction supplies and safety products, has acquired WWJ Rebar. WWJ Rebar, headquartered in Aiken, South Carolina, provides customized reinforcing steel solutions serving projects across Georgia and South Carolina and is now part of White Cap’s suite of brands and value-added services.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety acquired Southern Burglar and Fire Alarm Company to expand its fire protection, life safety, and security services presence in South Carolina. Southern Burglar and Fire Alarm, headquartered in Belton, South Carolina, provides burglar and fire alarms, CCTV/video surveillance, and alarm monitoring across Upstate South Carolina, and will continue day-to-day operations under its existing leadership with added resources from Pye-Barker.

Sunbelt Rentals has acquired ABC Equipment Rental, a multi-branch independent equipment rental provider serving the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. markets. Catalyst Strategic Advisors served as the exclusive transaction advisor to ABC Equipment Rental.