Arlington Capital buys Doncasters Groups Blaenavon forging business
Summary
Based in South Wales, UK, Blaenavon is a provider of complex, precision forged rings and closed die products primarily for OEM and Tier 1 aerospace and defense engine customers. Located in South Wales, United Kingdom, the Company is a leading provider of complex, precision forged rings and closed die products primarily for OEM and Tier 1 aerospace & defense engine customers. The Company is well positioned on fast growing, next generation engine platforms such as LEAP, GTF, and Trent XWB and additionally has a strong portfolio of aftermarket components on sole sourced programs.” “I look forward to partnering with Arlington Capital Partners to embark on the Company’s next phase of growth by investing in infrastructure, leveraging the firm’s expertise to win new contracts and gain market share, delivering best-in-class on-time-delivery and quality, and evaluating strategic M&A opportunities” said Lee Smith, Managing Director of the Company. “Arlington has had a long, successful track record in building strong market-leading businesses in the aerospace & defense space, and we look forward to being counted among them.” Erica Son, a Vice President at Arlington Capital, said, “Lee and the Forged Solutions Group team have established credibility as a trusted supplier for mission critical engine parts. Arlington invests in companies in partnership with high quality management teams that are motivated to establish and/or advance their company’s position as leading competitors in their field.