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Sims Crane & Equipment Co. Announces Strategic Merger
Sims Crane & Equipment Co. has announced a significant milestone in its history. Sims Equipment LLC has merged with Sims Crane & Equipment Co. Inc., creating a powerful new entity poised for unprecedented growth in the crane and rigging industry.
“ The merger of these two entities combines our strengths, resources and expertise, creating a powerhouse in the industry. By leveraging our collective capabilities, we will be better equipped to serve our customers, expand our market presence and drive forward our mission of excellence and innovation to achieve our goals,” CEO Deborah Petrovich Weber stated.
Founded in 1959, Sims Crane & Equipment Co. has been a leader in the southeastern crane and rigging industry for over 60 years. The company prides itself in innovative safety practices, advanced technology and commitment to customer satisfaction.
to offer value-added services in the marketplace. These expanded offerings will also create job opportunities, strengthening our ties and relationships in the local community,” Mark Brewton, general manager for Bennett Motor Express, said.
Black Phoenix Group Acquires PACCAR Winch
The Black Phoenix Group LLC( BPG), a private investment firm dedicated to American manufacturing, has acquired PACCAR Winch from PACCAR Inc.
This strategic acquisition strengthens BPG’ s industrial portfolio with a well-regarded manufacturer of winches, hoists
Fisher, Partner, The Black Phoenix Group
Pickett, Partner, The Black Phoenix Group
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Kito Crosby Named Official Supplier to The Ocean Cleanup
and drive systems.
PACCAR Winch, known for its Braden, CARCO and Gearmatic brand products, specializes in engineered solutions for various industrial applications.
Following the acquisition, PACCAR Winch will continue operations under its current management team, ensuring stability and continuity for customers and employees.
“ We are thrilled to welcome PACCAR Winch into the Black Phoenix Group family,” Bryce Fisher and Mark Pickett, partners at The Black Phoenix Group said.
“ The company’ s strong market position and commitment to quality aligns perfectly with our investment strategy to acquire leading American businesses led by excellent management teams.”
Kito Crosby aims to increase the efficiency of plastic removal.
Bennett Expands Operations With New Location in Dayton, Texas
The Bennett Family of Companies( Bennett) has opened a new facility in Dayton, Texas, expanding its presence in the Gulf Coast region. The new terminal houses Bennett On-Site Services, LLC( BOSS), BOSS Heavy Haul, LLC and Bennett Motor Express, LLC under one roof.
The 38-acre yard and 10,000-squarefoot office space enhance Bennett’ s ability to offer specialized transportation, logistics, heavy haul and heavy lift services.
“ Bennett Motor Express is excited about our new location in Dayton, Texas. The size and the location of the new facility will be instrumental in helping us achieve our goal of becoming the premier specialized carrier in the Gulf Coast. With this move, we can better leverage opportunities
The Ocean Cleanup, a renowned global nonprofit dedicated to removing plastic from the world’ s oceans and rivers, has chosen Kito Crosby as its official supplier of lifting and securement hardware.
Kito Crosby, a company in the lifting and securement industry, will provide top-quality equipment, expert training and technical support to aid in the nonprofits’ mission.
This partnership brings together Kito Crosby’ s durable, marine-grade products with The Ocean Cleanup’ s cutting-edge technology, aimed at increasing the efficiency of plastic removal operations.
“ Through this partnership with The Ocean Cleanup, we are proud to contribute with our products made especially for safe and long-lasting use in marine environments, engineering support, training and expertise and decades of experience in the maritime industry to help make a real difference in tackling ocean plastic pollution,” Robert Desel, CEO of Kito Crosby said.
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