Acquisitions in New Jersey

AIR Control Concepts, a portfolio company of Blackstone, has acquired Technical Air Systems, Inc., an ESOP-owned regional HVAC manufacturers' representative based in Morristown, New Jersey. The deal positions Technical Air to leverage AIR's national platform and resources to accelerate growth across the New York/New Jersey market and preserve the company's local relationships and entrepreneurial culture.

Storage Post Self Storage acquired a self-storage facility located at 353–367 Park Avenue in Newark, New Jersey, a property previously operated by CubeSmart. The acquisition expands Storage Post’s New Jersey footprint to seven facilities and supports the company’s ongoing Northeast growth strategy.

Waters Corporation has completed its previously announced combination with the Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions businesses of Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) via a Reverse Morris Trust, creating a global life sciences and diagnostics company focused on high-volume regulated testing. The combined company is organized into four divisions to align products, services, and informatics across analytical sciences, biosciences, advanced diagnostics and materials sciences; Waters shareholders own ~60.8% and BD shareholders ~39.2% of the combined company.

MedRisk has acquired the Horizon Casualty Services (HCS) PPO Network business from Horizon Mutual Holdings. The deal expands MedRisk’s managed-care and network capabilities across the casualty claims market, enabling improved patient outcomes and greater value for clients in workers' compensation and auto casualty claims.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Jersey Fire Protection Corporation, a West Deptford, New Jersey-based fire protection services provider, to strengthen its fire protection and life safety capabilities across the Mid-Atlantic (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland). Jersey Fire will continue to operate locally while leveraging Pye-Barker's nationwide resources and expertise; Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP represented Pye-Barker in the transaction.

ZCG-backed VENU+ has acquired Tiburon Lockers, a U.S.-based provider of electronic rental locker systems for high-traffic entertainment and leisure venues. The add-on expands VENU+'s smart locker capabilities and strengthens its North America presence while integrating Tiburon's customized locker solutions into VENU+'s tech-enabled guest mobility and storage platform.

Transaction Network Services (TNS) has completed its acquisition of BT's Radianz business, integrating Radianz into TNS's global Financial Markets offering. The deal expands TNS's market connectivity footprint and capability, bringing Radianz's secure connectivity services and clients into TNS's ultra-low-latency trading, market data and hosting platform.

Keystone Equity Partners has acquired David Nicholas Building & Property Maintenance, a luxury residential property manager serving Southern New Jersey, as the inaugural investment for its new Shoreline Platform. The deal gives Keystone a foothold managing 130+ high-end coastal homes and positions the platform to scale services for affluent second-home owners in vacation markets while keeping founder David Nicholas involved in operations.

Aurora Capital Partners has acquired Anova, a global Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) provider that offers hardware, managed connectivity and cloud software to monitor and manage industrial assets. Anova — which monitors more than 1.8 million assets for over 2,000 customers across 80+ countries — will remain led by its current management while Aurora plans to support product investment, international expansion and add-on M&A to grow the platform; Summit Partners is reported as the seller.

Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT) has completed its acquisition of API Media Innovation Inc., a New Jersey–based provider of media infrastructure and event technology solutions. The acquisition expands Datavault AI's capabilities in live-event audio/visual, audience intelligence and data-monetization services to better serve sports, entertainment and venue customers.

Riverview Landscapes, a Talus Holdings‑backed provider of commercial landscaping and snow services, has acquired Meticulous Landscaping Inc., a landscape maintenance business serving Ocean County, New Jersey. The deal expands Riverview's Southern New Jersey footprint and will integrate Meticulous into its Southern New Jersey region and new Ocean County branch led by a long‑time Meticulous manager.

Kodiak Solutions, a TPG-backed healthcare technology and services company based in Indianapolis, acquired Besler & Company (BESLER), a Princeton, New Jersey-based provider of revenue recovery and hospital reimbursement solutions, on January 22, 2026. The deal integrates BESLER's reimbursement software and managed-service capabilities into Kodiak's platform; Jonathan Besler joins Kodiak as a vice president and founder Philip Besler will retire.

PhaseWell Research, a national clinical research site company, announced that Bio Behavioral Health has joined its network to expand access to neuropsychiatric and CNS clinical trials. The deal strengthens PhaseWell's community-based research capabilities and broadens patient access to complex clinical studies across its growing national footprint.

Bansk Group closed a continuation fund to extend its partnership with Arcadia Consumer Healthcare, with the transaction co-led by Coller Capital and Ares Secondaries Funds and supported by investment funds managed by BlackRock, Churchill, Dextra Partners, and Future Standard. The continuation structure provided liquidity to existing investors and supplies capital to accelerate Arcadia's organic and inorganic growth across its portfolio of OTC medicines, vitamins, and personal care brands.

McDanel Advanced Materials and Richland Glass, both portfolio companies of Artemis, have completed a strategic merger that combines advanced ceramics, optical technologies (Rayotek) and precision specialty glass into a single materials-science platform. The combined organization will offer expanded engineered-materials and component solutions for mission-critical applications across aerospace, defense, life sciences, semiconductor and diversified industrial markets; financial terms were not disclosed.

Bluespring Wealth Partners announced that Kestra-affiliated Front Porch Financial, founded by Elizabeth Blanchard, has merged into Bluespring partner firm U.S. Financial Services, creating a combined firm with roughly $1.7 billion in AUM. The transaction brings Front Porch's Cranford, New Jersey practice into U.S. Financial's network as part of a succession plan and to expand U.S. Financial's geographic footprint and service resources.

Tropical Cheese Industries, a PE-backed Hispanic dairy and refrigerated foods platform, has acquired Cibao Meat Products and will integrate it as the Cibao Meat Products Division. The deal (terms undisclosed) strengthens Tropical Cheese’s meats offering, adds cold‑chain logistics capabilities, gives the Vieluf family a rolled equity stake, and expands the combined company’s reach across the U.S. East Coast.

Compass has completed an all-stock combination with Anywhere Real Estate, bringing the two companies together under Compass International Holdings. Robert Reffkin will lead the combined organization as it integrates operations and a single cloud-based technology platform to support real estate professionals and affiliate broker‑owners.

The Mather Group, a Chicago-based fee-only registered investment advisory firm, has partnered with The Hogan-Knotts Financial Group of Red Bank, New Jersey, bringing the latter's ~$300 million AUM practice onto TMG's platform. The move expands TMG’s East Coast presence and adds planning and advisory resources as the Hogan-Knotts principals join the combined platform; financial terms were not disclosed.

Princeton Radiology has acquired two outpatient imaging centers in Hamilton and Lawrenceville, New Jersey from Radiology Affiliates Imaging (RAI), a Radiology Partners practice. The acquisition expands Princeton Radiology's regional footprint and will add new imaging capabilities (including whole-body MRI and enhanced breast screening) as the centers are integrated into its network.

Lexitas, a Houston-based provider of technology-enabled litigation services and a portfolio company of funds advised by Apax, has acquired DepoLink Court Reporting, a New Jersey–headquartered court reporting and litigation support firm. The add-on strengthens Lexitas's court reporting and litigation support capabilities and expands its national footprint in legal services.

SAX (SAX Advisory Group) acquired Scheidel, Sullivan & Lanni CPA LLC (SSL) and Sierra Financial Advisors, LLC effective January 4, 2026; Sierra’s wealth management business was integrated into SAX Wealth Advisors, a wholly owned subsidiary. The acquisition expands SAX’s accounting, tax, advisory and wealth management capabilities, bringing the firm to 73 partners and close to 400 team members and enhancing SAX Wealth Advisors’ footprint (approximately 20 wealth advisors and over $4.5 billion AUM).

GT Golf Supply (GT) has acquired Jack Jolly & Son, a long-standing regional golf distributor based in Cinnaminson, New Jersey. The deal creates a dedicated Northeast distribution hub, preserves Jack Jolly's local operations and brand, and gives the regional customer base access to GT's broader product portfolio including proprietary brands like Clicgear and Tempercraft.

GALLS, a leading distributor of uniforms and equipment for public safety professionals, has acquired Action Uniform Co., a regional distributor headquartered in Pleasantville, New Jersey. The deal expands GALLS' New Jersey footprint by adding four retail locations and a distribution center, retaining Action Uniform's ~40 employees and strengthening rapid deployment and service capabilities for law enforcement, fire, EMS and other public-safety customers.

Ooma, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Phone.com for approximately $23.2 million in cash, subject to customary working capital adjustments. The purchase adds Phone.com's proprietary UCaaS platform and roughly 36,000 customers (about 87,000 users) to Ooma's portfolio, expanding its SMB-focused unified communications footprint and is expected to be accretive to adjusted EBITDA beginning December 26, 2025.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired S.E.M. Security Systems, a Ramsey, New Jersey–based provider of security and fire alarm systems that also operates in Warwick, New York. The acquisition expands Pye-Barker's fire, life-safety and security footprint in the Northeast and brings S.E.M.'s installation, inspection, monitoring and maintenance capabilities and local team into Pye-Barker's national platform.

Wrist Group has acquired Delaware Ship Supply (DSS), a century-old ship chandler based in Camden, New Jersey, to strengthen its commercial and operational presence along the U.S. East Coast. The acquired business will be rebranded as Wrist Delaware and integrated into Wrist’s global marine supply and digital platforms; Wrist is a portfolio company of an investment affiliate of J.F. Lehman & Company.

Riverview Landscapes acquired the landscaping and snow management business of Irrigation and Landscape Management, Inc. (ILM), a Parsippany, New Jersey–based provider of commercial landscaping, irrigation design/installation, drainage and fertilization services. The deal expands Riverview's Northern New Jersey footprint and irrigation/snow-management capabilities and is the company's 19th acquisition since 2022; ILM founder Steven Raibick will remain involved in a consulting capacity.

Kiely Family of Companies (KIELY) has acquired Sodon Electric, a Long Branch, New Jersey-based electrical contractor serving Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The acquisition is the second electrical company added to KIELY’s electrical services platform since 2024 and expands the firm’s diversified energy and electrical service capabilities.

CRH has acquired North American Aggregates (NAA), a supplier of aggregates headquartered in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, expanding CRH Americas Materials' presence and aggregate reserves in the New York–New Jersey region. The acquisition integrates NAA's waterfront plant and processing capabilities into CRH's Tilcon NY operations to support long-term supply for construction and infrastructure customers.

The Colt Group, a Houston-based online leak repair and line intervention operator backed by private equity firm Capstreet, has acquired Garrison Enterprise Inc., a Vineland, New Jersey provider of line intervention services with operations along the U.S. East Coast. The acquisition (terms not disclosed) expands Colt's line intervention capabilities and geographic reach across its service territories while retaining Garrison's leadership team for continuity.

Pickleball Kingdom, the premier indoor pickleball franchisor, has acquired The Pickle Jar, an eight-court indoor pickleball club at 315 Roycefield Rd in Hillsborough Township, New Jersey. The location will be converted into Pickleball Kingdom Hillsborough and operated by franchisees Yashraj Kurani and Dip Jadawala as part of the brand's ongoing New Jersey expansion.

Jordan Partners LLC has made a strategic growth investment in Vanguard Claims Administration, a family-owned third-party administrator (TPA) and independent adjusting platform serving property and casualty insurance markets. The capital will support Vanguard’s investments in technology, data/reporting, client infrastructure and a disciplined tuck-in acquisition strategy while preserving founder-led culture and client relationships.

Voyager Trucking Corporation has acquired Vision Transport, a Fairview-based regional hauler that serves municipal solid waste customers across New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The combination creates a larger Mid‑Atlantic waste transportation platform, expands Voyager's fleet and capabilities, and will keep the Vision brand and employees in place with Tim Markoglu continuing in a senior executive role.

The Rapid Group, a portfolio company of Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, has acquired Pumping Solutions, Inc., a Clifton, New Jersey provider of pump service, repair, machine-shop capabilities and emergency response for high‑rise commercial and residential buildings. The add-on expands TRG’s service capabilities and geographic reach into the Northern New Jersey/New York metropolitan market while Pumping Solutions’ management will continue to run day-to-day operations.

SAI MedPartners, a Northlane Capital Partners-backed healthcare consultancy, has acquired The Dunn Group, a Totowa, New Jersey-based competitive intelligence firm focused on pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices. The acquisition expands SAI's competitive intelligence capabilities and deepens its life sciences market research and analytics offerings.

BriteLife Recovery has acquired Summit Behavioral Health, an established intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Princeton Junction, New Jersey, marking BriteLife’s first expansion into outpatient services. The acquisition integrates Summit’s IOP into BriteLife’s continuum of care and gives Summit access to BriteLife’s clinical, operational, and alumni resources.

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. (IWS) has acquired Filco Carting Corp., a long-standing New York City waste hauler now headquartered in Closter, New Jersey. IWS will integrate Filco's commercial and residential collection services, municipal contracts, nearly 40 fleet vehicles and more than 100 employees to strengthen CWZ preparedness across NYC and expand its footprint in New Jersey.

A joint venture formed by Robinhood Markets and Susquehanna International Group acquired 90% of MIAX Derivatives Exchange (MIAXdx) from Miami International Holdings, which retained a 10% stake. The deal gives Robinhood and SIG a CFTC‑registered designated contract market and derivatives clearing organization to accelerate the firms' entry and capability expansion into prediction markets and derivatives trading.

Kinective has acquired Compuflex Corporation, a Springfield, New Jersey–based provider of cash automation and currency-tracking solutions with more than 40 years of experience. The deal expands Kinective’s cash automation and device management capabilities, bringing Compuflex’s customer relationships and technical expertise into Kinective’s banking operations platform.

Clinigen has completed the acquisition of SSI Strategy, adding SSI's strategic advisory capabilities and an established U.S. and European footprint to Clinigen's global pharmaceutical services platform. The deal brings over 200 employees (including ~145 consultants) and a deep biotech client base to Clinigen, expanding its end-to-end lifecycle services from clinical strategy through global commercialisation.

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. has acquired a minority ownership stake in Private Advisor Group, the Morristown, New Jersey–based RIA with $41.3 billion in AUM. Republic Capital Group served as the investment banking advisor to Private Advisor Group. The investment joins LPL with existing minority owner Merchant Investment Management and six legacy shareholders to deepen strategic ties and expand programs, technology, and operational support for advisors.

Yorktel, a New Jersey–based systems integrator and managed services provider, and Kinly, an Amsterdam-headquartered AV and unified communications integrator, have completed a merger to form Yorktel-Kinly. The combined company will operate globally with expanded capabilities in systems integration and managed services, serving more than 2,500 clients across 27 offices and a combined workforce of over 1,600 employees.

H.I.G. Capital, through one of its affiliates, has made a strategic investment in Rely Home, a nationwide home warranty provider. Rely’s founder Victor Hakim and senior management will continue to lead the business and retain a significant ownership stake; the investment will support Rely’s expansion, technology enhancements, and improvements to the customer and technician experience.

Fingerpaint Group has acquired L&M Healthcare Communications, a New Jersey–based medical communications agency that serves biotech and pharmaceutical clients. The acquisition expands Fingerpaint Medical's medical communications and medical affairs capabilities; financial terms were not disclosed.

Eastern Communications Ltd., a mission-critical communications provider, has acquired Hazlet, New Jersey-based PMC Wireless, a regional public safety communications technology integrator led by the Casciano family. The deal expands Eastern's Tri-State service footprint and brings additional technical capabilities and product categories into Eastern's national distribution network to better serve public safety, utilities, and transportation customers.

Tradespace has acquired Paragon, an AI-driven patent-drafting startup founded by Princeton computer science students, to integrate Paragon’s transparent, traceable patent-drafting technology into its IP management platform. The deal brings Paragon’s founding team into Tradespace and positions Tradespace as an AI-powered platform supporting the full intellectual property lifecycle, accelerating patent drafting and reducing time and cost for corporate, university, and independent inventors.

Network Coverage, a managed service provider backed by Tenex Capital Management, has acquired ACA Computers, a 21-year provider of managed IT services. Peapack Private Investment Banking advised ACA's selling shareholders JP Pladek and Paul Schmalz; financial terms were not disclosed. The deal expands Network Coverage's capabilities and geographic reach in delivering managed IT, cybersecurity and cloud services to mid-market clients.

The Rapid Group, a portfolio company of Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, has acquired O&M Solutions, LLC, a Freehold, New Jersey-based provider of operations and maintenance services for wastewater treatment plants. The add-on expands TRG's presence across the Northeastern U.S. and strengthens its water/wastewater service offerings; LBC Credit Partners provided financing and advisors were disclosed for both sides.

Precision Concepts International (PCI), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group, has acquired Comar to create a scaled rigid packaging platform serving consumer and healthcare customers across North America. The deal expands PCI's product and geographic footprint and enhances customer and end-market diversification in rigid and medical plastic packaging.