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Highlander Partners Announces The Acquisition Of Direct Scaffolding Supply

Apr 28, 2022•over 3 years ago

Acquiring Company

Highlander Partners L.P

Acquired Company

Direct Scaffolding Supply

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Description

Highlander Partners, L.P. ("Highlander"), a Dallas-based private investment firm, today announced the acquisition of Direct Scaffolding Supply ("DSS" or "Direct"). Headquartered in Houston, TX, DSS is one of the largest and most trusted scaffold suppliers in North America and worldwide. The acquisition also included DSS affiliated companies including DirecTank Environmental Products, GSD Logistics, Beric Valves and Direct Staging and Seating.

Company Information

Company

Highlander Partners L.P

About

Highlander Partners is a Dallas-based private investment firm that manages over $2 billion of its own proprietary capital. The firm focuses on making investments in businesses in targeted industries in which the principals of the firm have significant operating and investing experience. Highlander Partners employs a buy and build investment approach, creating value by helping companies grow both organically and through acquisitions. For more information, visit www.highlander-partners.com SOURCE Highlander Partners, L.P.

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