Industrial & Infrastructure

Growth Financing

December 2023 –England & Company is pleased to announce it served as the exclusive placement agent to Power Survey and Equipment Ltd. (“Powerside“) in its successful closing of a growth equity investment from Energy Growth Momentum LLP (“EGM”). Powerside, based in Saint-Laurent, Quebec and Alameda, CA, plays a pivotal role in advancing the transformation of the industrial and utility electric power infrastructure with its unique ability to analyze, detect, and correct power quality issues arising from the increase in electric vehicles, a more distributed energy resource mix, and more renewable generation.

“We are pleased with England & Company’s service in closing a significant growth equity investment to fund Powerside’s growth initiatives with new offerings in several key markets: industrial power quality, EV infrastructure, and at the grid edge,” said Dr. Ross Dueber, CEO of Powerside. “England’s power & utility technology team was instrumental to sourcing highly qualified institutional investors, providing strategic advice and execution support throughout the transaction. Their senior bankers and deep bench are a solid complement to Powerside’s leadership team as we continue our rapid growth.”

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September 2023 – England & Company is pleased to announce that it has recently served as exclusive financial advisor to CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited (NSE:CGPOWER) in its divestiture of QEI, LLC (“QEI”) to HC Private Investments.

CG, based in Mumbai, India, is a global pioneering leader in the management and application of electrical energy, operating in around 85 countries. Its QEI business, headquartered in Springfield, NJ, is a pioneer in the SCADA and substation automation industry, specializing in electrical network monitoring and control systems and offering innovative hardware and software solutions. Established in 1960, QEI’s unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction solidifies its position as a trusted leader in the utility and transit sectors.

“England & Company’s transaction team was instrumental in navigating us through the many complexities of this sale,” said Normand Lavoie, President of QEI, LLC. “It was extremely helpful to have a partner with in-depth knowledge of the industry, and the England team was key in ensuring our Parent Company’s interests were well-represented.”

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July 2023 – England Securities is pleased to announce that it served as exclusive financial advisor to EI Electronics LLC (“Electro Industries/GaugeTech”) in its sale to Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. (“HPS”), a subsidiary of Hubbell Incorporated (NYSE: HUBB).

Electro Industries/GaugeTech, based in Westbury, New York, provides advanced energy management systems and power meters that leverage predictive analytics, cloud services, and artificial intelligence for utility and commercial and industrial customers.

For over 45 years, Electro Industries/GaugeTech has led the way in energy management and power monitoring. They offer comprehensive energy management solutions that incorporate cutting-edge metering technology and AI-powered energy management.

HPS, headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, operates manufacturing facilities in the United States and around the world. HPS is a subsidiary of Hubbell Incorporated and an international manufacturer of quality transmission, distribution, substation, OEM, and telecommunications products for a broad range of non-residential and residential construction and electric, gas, and water utility applications.

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October 2022 – England Securities is pleased to announce that it recently served as the exclusive financial advisor to Hayward Gordon L.P. (“Hayward Gordon”) in its sale to EBARA Corporation Japan (“Ebara”).

Based in Halton Hills, ON, Canada, Hayward Gordon supplies a comprehensive line of pumps and mixers to a variety of end markets, including water and wastewater, mining, general industrial, and industrial sanitary. The acquisition is expected to expand Hayward Gordon’s reach and leverage EBARA’s product portfolio and manufacturing expertise.

“We are delighted to join EBARA, whose values closely align with Hayward Gordon in how we serve our customers, provide opportunities for our people, and our commitment to innovation,” said John Hayward of Hayward Gordon.

Prior to the sale, Hayward Gordon was a portfolio company of Element Partners, a private equity firm dedicated to investments in sustainability technology and innovation in large industrial markets.

“We are very pleased to have partnered with England & Company for this transaction,” said Michael Bevan, General Partner of Element Partners.  “England’s team was key in helping Hayward Gordon find the right partner, negotiating the terms of deal, and closing the transaction.”