M&A Deal Summary

Equicapita Acquires Wingenback

On August 1, 2019, private equity firm Equicapita acquired transportation company Wingenback

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Equicapita’s 1st transaction in the Transportation sector.
  • This is Equicapita’s 12th transaction in Canada.
  • This is Equicapita’s 6th transaction in Alberta.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2019-08-01
Target Wingenback
Sector Transportation
Buyer(s) Equicapita
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

Wingenback

Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Wingenback is an operator of industrial and commercial logistics businesses that provide businesses and organizations across Canada with premier solutions in ATM-related products, high-end industrial moving, and project management services. The Company serves a broad span of industries with roots in the financial and banking sector. Wingenback was founded in 1975 and is based in Calgary, Alberta.

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Buyer

Equicapita

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Private Equity Firm
Founded 2013
PE ASSETS 300M CAD
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Equicapita is a private equity firm focused on acquiring lower middle-market companies throughout Canada. The Firm targets smaller businesses valued between $5 and $50 million and generally looks to partner with management when making an acquisition with a long-term approach. Broad areas of interest include industrials, healthcare, and distribution. Equicapita was established in 2013 and is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 12 of 14
Sector (Transportation) 1 of 1
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 12 of 14
State (Alberta) 6 of 6
Country (Canada) 12 of 14
Year (2019) 2 of 2
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