Acquisitions in Louisiana

An affiliate of Cerberus Capital Management has completed the full acquisition of Vivace International, a New Orleans–based maker of mission‑critical propulsion tanks and aerospace systems. Cerberus initially made a growth investment in 2024 and plans to scale Vivace's production capacity and advanced manufacturing capabilities to support an expanding portfolio of U.S. defense and spaceflight programs; retired Space Force Colonel and former NASA astronaut Michael Hopkins has joined Vivace as a Senior Advisor.

Registrar Corp, a Paine Schwartz Partners portfolio company, has acquired TechniCAL, a leading independent Process Authority for low-acid and acidified foods. The deal brings TechniCAL's thermal process testing, data-collection technologies, and regulatory expertise into Registrar Corp to expand its food safety and compliance capabilities globally.

Superior Health Holdings, backed by Renovus Capital Partners, has acquired Pulse Home Health and Hospice, a community-based home health and hospice provider serving Louisiana's Northshore. The deal expands Superior's integrated in-home care capabilities and strengthens its footprint and referral relationships across the Northshore region.

AT&T has completed the $5.75 billion all-cash acquisition of substantially all of Lumen Technologies' Mass Markets fiber business, adding more than 1 million fiber subscribers and expanding AT&T's fiber footprint across 32 states. The deal brings access to over 4 million customer locations and Lumen's fiber construction capabilities, supporting AT&T's goal of reaching more than 60 million fiber locations by 2030 and enabling deeper converged broadband and 5G customer relationships.

Palomar Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLMR) has completed the acquisition of The Gray Casualty & Surety Company from BCP. Gray Surety is a Treasury-listed surety carrier licensed in all 50 states that provides contract bonds to midsized and emerging contractors; the sale represents a PE exit for BCP and expands Palomar's specialty insurance capabilities and national footprint.

Rinchem Company, LLC has announced a combination with Dupré Logistics, L.L.C., bringing Dupré’s regional transportation, private fleet and capacity brokerage capabilities into Rinchem’s global chemical and gas logistics platform. The transaction is accompanied by a new-money financing package that includes approximately $100 million of lender investment and amendments to Rinchem’s existing credit facilities; financial terms for the combination were not disclosed.

Lafayette-based managed IT services firm S1 Technology has acquired Computer Concepts, a more-than-25-year IT services and cybersecurity provider that serves businesses across Louisiana and Texas. The deal expands S1 Technology's footprint across the Gulf South and broadens its managed security and IT services capability and resources for regional customers.

Cetera Financial Group has acquired the wealth management business of Darnall Sikes Wealth Partners, adding approximately $1.9 billion in client assets to its RIA model. The Darnall Sikes team — based in Louisiana with four locations and clients across more than 40 states — will join Avantax Planning Partners within Cetera's RIA channel, providing succession solutions for the firm's advisors and expanding Cetera's advisor network and AUM.

Uplift Investors launched Orion Legal MSO, a managed service organization supporting plaintiff law firms, with Dudley DeBosier Injury Lawyers as the founding partner firm. Dudley DeBosier will remain 100% owned by its founding partners and will invest in Orion Legal alongside Uplift to receive non-legal operational support while preserving firm control.

Curated Events, a luxury tent, event rental and decor company headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, has acquired See-Hear Productions, a scenic production firm based in Covington, Louisiana. The acquisition adds custom scenic design, premium draping, audio-visual production, lighting, and fabrication capabilities to Curated Events and strengthens its national reach and regional leadership.

EisnerAmper has integrated MLCworks, a Metairie, Louisiana–based digital marketing and growth advisory firm, in a transaction that closed in early January 2026. The move expands EisnerAmper's capabilities beyond traditional accounting and advisory services into digital marketing, leveraging the firm’s 2021 private equity backing to accelerate capability expansion.

IES Holdings, Inc. completed the acquisition of Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc., buying all outstanding common stock for $12.00 per share in cash (approx. $192 million equity value). Gulf Island will join IES's Infrastructure Solutions segment, expanding IES's fabrication capacity and capabilities to better serve data center, energy and government customers.

Resolve Pain Solutions, a Compass Group Equity Partners–backed platform, has acquired Spine Diagnostic & Pain Treatment Center, a Baton Rouge-area pain management practice. Spine's physician and executive leadership have joined Resolve as partners as the practice will continue to operate independently while leveraging Resolve's resources to support growth in Louisiana.

Superior Health Holdings, a Louisiana home‑based care provider backed by Renovus Capital Partners, acquired the Bayou Country hospice operations of Hope Healthcare & Hospice BC, LLC, expanding Superior's hospice footprint in southern Louisiana. The deal strengthens Superior's integrated care capabilities, complements its nearby Divinity Home Health location, and broadens access to hospice services across the Bayou region.

Encore Oilfield Services, LLC has acquired Custom Compression Systems, LLC (formerly Williamson Production Systems), a New Iberia, Louisiana-based manufacturer of gas compression systems. The deal adds 103,000 square feet of manufacturing space, heavy lifting capacity (two 80-ton cranes and 70-foot eave heights) and access to 225,000 horsepower of Caterpillar natural gas engines through a partnership with Louisiana Cat, expanding Encore's compression packaging and manufacturing capabilities.

Brown & Root Industrial Services, a joint venture owned by One Equity Partners and KBR, has acquired Specialty Welding and Turnarounds (SWAT) from ORIX Capital Partners; Hastings Equity Partners sold its minority stake as part of the transaction. The deal expands Brown & Root’s industrial services capabilities in specialty welding and turnaround work across refining, petrochemical and biodiesel clients and builds scale for the Brown & Root platform.

Magnet Defense has completed its acquisition of Metal Shark, combining Magnet Defense's autonomous, AI-enabled maritime platform capabilities with Metal Shark's established shipbuilding footprint and production workforce. The deal gives Magnet Defense direct access to Metal Shark's Louisiana shipyards and manufacturing infrastructure to accelerate the transition from prototype to sustained production of unmanned surface vessels for U.S. and allied defense customers.

Business First Bancshares, Inc. (the holding company for b1BANK) completed its acquisition of Progressive Bancorp, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary Progressive Bank. The deal expands b1BANK's presence across North Louisiana, adding nine locations and increasing Business First's total assets to approximately $8.7 billion.

FloWorks International LLC, a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, acquired Cranford Equipment Co., Inc., a Kenner, Louisiana-based distributor of filtration products. The add-on expands FloWorks' industrial filtration capabilities and geographic presence, marking the seventh acquisition completed by the FloWorks platform under Wynnchurch's ownership.

Amynta Group has completed the acquisition of Global Surety, LLC, International Sureties Limited and International Sureties SARL (collectively “International Sureties”), a specialty surety broker offering admiralty, court, bankruptcy, logistics and license & permit bonds. The deal expands Amynta’s surety brokerage capabilities and strengthens its specialty surety distribution within its broader insurance services platform.

Tyler Technologies has acquired CloudGavel, a Baton Rouge-based provider of cloud-native electronic warrant solutions. The acquisition integrates CloudGavel's eWarrant capabilities into Tyler's Courts & Justice division to enhance real-time warrant issuance, tracking, and connectivity between courts and law enforcement agencies.

The Kent Companies, a family-owned convenience store and fuels operator based in Midland, Texas, has acquired B&B Petroleum, LLC — a Ponchatoula, Louisiana-based operator of 15 Chevron-branded convenience stores (including Subway and Red Bird Café locations). The acquisition expands Kent's Kent Kwik footprint into Louisiana as part of a five-year strategy to grow eastward across the Southeast.

Best Trash, a Richmond, Texas-based municipal solid waste platform, has acquired Pelican Waste & Debris, a Southern Louisiana and Mississippi residential and commercial hauling provider. The deal expands Best Trash's footprint beyond Texas into Louisiana and Mississippi and adds roll-off and construction debris services; Pelican founders Roddie Matherne and Corey Callais will retain an ownership stake in the combined company.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Lafayette, Louisiana-based Sound & Communications Systems, Inc. (SCSI), a provider of security, fire alarm, video surveillance, access control and nurse call systems focused on healthcare and education customers. The deal expands Pye-Barker's healthcare communications and life-safety capabilities and keeps SCSI's team serving customers in Louisiana.

Canter Power Systems, a Generac Power Premier Pro dealer backed by Rotunda Capital Partners, has acquired Optimize Generator People, a Baton Rouge-based residential generator installation and service provider. The add-on transaction expands Canter’s Gulf Coast footprint and strengthens its installation, service, and maintenance capabilities across Louisiana.

America's Auto Auction (America's Group) has acquired Lake Charles Auto Auction, a family-owned dealer auction in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The business will operate as America's Auto Auction Lake Charles and continue weekly dealer-only auctions, with the Pedersen family (owner Matt Pedersen) selling the business to America's as part of the company's southern expansion.

One Equity Partners has entered into an agreement to acquire Bernhard Capital Partners’ (BCP) stake in Brown & Root Industrial Services, a KBR‑backed provider of industrial engineering, construction and maintenance services. BCP said the sale closed in October 2025; financial terms were not disclosed. Brown & Root operates across the U.S., Mexico and Canada with more than 22 locations and employs over 10,000 people.

Peak Toolworks, a portfolio company of Granite Creek Capital Partners, acquired Southern Carbide, Inc., a family-owned industrial cutting tools and sharpening/repair services business based in Shreveport, Louisiana. The transaction closed on September 30, 2025 and was financed with participation from Hidden River Strategic Capital, Muzinich & Co., and Canterbury Ventures, LLC.

Astira Capital Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm, has acquired Altus Commercial Receivables (Altus), a provider of commercial receivables management solutions. Altus was divested by ARMStrong Receivable Management, a BharCap Partners portfolio company; Astira said it will accelerate Altus' technology roadmap and scale the business to deliver improved working capital outcomes for clients. Terms were not disclosed.

Parish Tractor has acquired Ascension Equipment & Rental in Gonzales, Louisiana, marking the company's entry into the Louisiana market and bringing its total locations to eight. The acquisition expands Parish Tractor's footprint and ability to provide sales, parts, service and rental solutions to agriculture and construction customers in the southeast.

Fulton Asset Management, a family-backed investment platform based in Chicago, has acquired AFCO Industries, Inc., a vertically integrated U.S. manufacturer of aluminum, fiberglass, vinyl, and composite building products and a provider of CNC metal fabrication and contract manufacturing services headquartered in Alexandria, Louisiana. AFCO's existing leadership will remain in place; Fulton said the deal expands its industrial portfolio and reflects a long-term commitment to U.S. manufacturing.

Nabors Industries has sold its Quail Tools subsidiary to Superior Energy Services in a transaction with net consideration reported at $600 million (comprised of $375 million cash and a $250 million seller note) plus net working capital adjustments. The deal closed on Aug. 20, 2025; Nabors said the divestiture will reduce net debt by more than 25% and Superior expects to expand its rental tubular and pressure-control capabilities and realize synergies.

Cardinal Services, backed by Kotts Capital Holdings, has acquired Quality Energy Services (QES), an offshore well intervention and production optimization provider headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana. The deal expands Cardinal's specialty oilfield services capabilities and footprint across the Gulf of Mexico and Gulf Coast; QES President Randy Landry will remain with the combined company to lead QES post-closing.

Hoffmann Family of Companies, a U.S.-based family equity firm, has acquired Elmer Chocolate, a long-standing seasonal chocolatier known for its heart-shaped Valentine’s chocolates and large-scale confectionery manufacturing in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Financial terms were not disclosed; members of the Nelson family (including Rob and Michael Nelson) will retain partial ownership and remain in leadership as Hoffmann aims to expand Elmer’s product portfolio to drive year-round growth.

Marine Equipment Solutions (MES) has acquired Pacific Gulf Wire Rope, a Gulf Coast wire rope and rigging specialist. The deal expands MES's product lines, fabrication and inspection capabilities, and regional footprint to better serve marine, construction, and industrial customers across North America.

NetSpark IP & Telecom has acquired Infinite Technology Source, a Louisiana-based managed IT, cloud and cybersecurity provider, adding deeper Microsoft 365, cloud infrastructure, VoIP and cybersecurity capabilities to NetSpark’s managed services and telecom platform. Infinite Technology Source will operate as part of NetSpark’s Managed Services platform to deliver integrated telecom sourcing, unified communications, cloud services and lifecycle management to customers across healthcare, finance and professional services.

World Insurance Associates LLC acquired the business of Lighthouse Insurance Agency of Madisonville, Louisiana effective March 1, 2025; terms were not disclosed. Lighthouse, which writes personal lines, small and medium business policies and large commercial property coverage, will operate as part of World as the firm expands its presence in Louisiana.

Classic Collision, a national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, acquired Auto Craft, Inc., a family-owned collision repair shop in Gretna, Louisiana that has operated for 49 years. The acquisition expands Classic Collision’s network in Louisiana as the company continues to add single-location collision repair and automotive glass businesses to its platform.

OEG has acquired Trinity Rental Services (TRS), a Lafayette, Louisiana-based provider of offshore container rentals and integrity services, adding ~5,600 CCUs and ~80 employees to OEG’s US operations. The deal expands OEG’s Gulf of America fleet and capabilities—including API inspection services—and is the first material acquisition by OEG following its recent purchase by Apollo.

HKW, a middle-market private equity firm based in Indianapolis, has acquired Sepratech Liquid Solutions, an industrial water and wastewater treatment services provider headquartered in Gonzales, Louisiana. HKW said the acquisition will support Sepratech’s growth initiatives across marketing, sales and operations while maintaining the company’s regulatory, safety and environmental standards.

Carr's Hill Capital Partners completed a majority recapitalization of TCI Tank Logistics, LLC (doing business as Freedom Intermodal) in partnership with company management and The Jensen Companies. Freedom Intermodal, based in New Orleans, provides ISO tank and rail services, transloading, depot services and bulk liquids logistics across Gulf Coast ports; Carr's Hill will invest in people, systems, equipment and pursue organic growth and strategic add-on acquisitions to expand the business.

King Risk Partners, a Gainesville, Florida-based insurance brokerage, has acquired Louisiana Insurance Services, an independent agency based in Ruston, Louisiana. The acquisition marks King's strategic entry into the Louisiana market to expand its Southeastern footprint and leverage King's technology and carrier relationships to enhance local offerings.

Westwood Professional Services, a Plano, Texas–based design and engineering firm, has acquired CSRS, a Baton Rouge, Louisiana–based development advisory and program management consulting firm. The deal expands Westwood’s footprint into Louisiana (adding four offices), adds locations in Texas and Southern California, and brings new capabilities including comprehensive program management, grants management, owner's representation, and governmental advisory.

Delta Utilities, a Bernhard Capital Partners portfolio company, acquired Entergy's two regulated natural gas distribution businesses serving New Orleans and East Baton Rouge Parish, adding more than 200,000 customers and approximately 200 employees. The transaction expands Delta Utilities' footprint across Louisiana and Mississippi, positioning the company to serve roughly 600,000 customers and more than 800 employees following prior platform acquisitions.

DXP Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXPE) has completed the acquisition of Moores Pump & Services, Inc., a full-service fabricator and repair provider of rotating equipment and pumping systems headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana. The business — which generated approximately $10.3 million in sales and $1.8 million of adjusted EBITDA for the trailing twelve months ended May 30, 2025 — will expand DXP's rotating equipment division and Gulf Coast service capabilities; the deal was funded from DXP's balance sheet.

Citation Capital, a Dallas-based private equity firm, acquired a majority stake in Gallo Mechanical, a fourth-generation New Orleans-based mechanical contractor specializing in large-scale HVAC and plumbing installation and services. The Gallo family and management will retain a significant interest, and the partnership is intended to support geographic and capability-driven growth across healthcare, hospitality, education and industrial end markets.

Elevate ENT Partners, a management support organization backed by Audax Private Equity, has acquired Camellia ENT, an otolaryngology practice in Lafayette, Louisiana. The add-on expands Elevate's regional footprint and provides Camellia ENT with operational, financial and technology resources to support growth and patient care.

Baton Rouge-based General Informatics has acquired New Orleans-based GlobeNet, bringing GlobeNet's ~10-person cybersecurity team into General Informatics to bolster security capabilities and expand healthcare and maritime verticals. The deal is an add-on for General Informatics (which is PE-backed by Rosewood Private Investments) and aims to scale security services, add vendor relationships, and enable cross-selling across cloud and AI offerings.

Keesler Federal Credit Union will merge with Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Union, with Keesler as the surviving institution effective July 1, 2025. The deal adds more than $700 million in assets, 14 Greater New Orleans branches, roughly 45,000 members, and more than 145 Jefferson Financial employees to Keesler, expanding the combined credit union's Gulf South footprint and branch network.

Gauge Capital-backed Rovia Clinical Research has acquired two clinical research sites — Delta Research Partners of Bastrop and Delta Research Partners of West Monroe — expanding Rovia's network and clinical capabilities in hepatology, gastroenterology and internal medicine across northern Louisiana. The sites' founders and principal investigators, Dr. Raj Bhandari and Dr. Butch Dunn, join Rovia's platform as the company continues to scale its multi-specialty research site network.