Harris Williams Advises West Star Aviation on its Sale to The Sterling Group
Summary
The transaction was led by Chris Rogers, Doug Kinard, David Jones, Evan Clark and Kevin Winton of the Harris Williams Aerospace, Defense & Government Services (ADG) Group. “This is the second time we have worked with West Star, and it has been impressive to watch the company more than double in size under NEP’s ownership and firmly establish itself as the go-to provider of MRO services for every major airframe type in business aviation.” “West Star represents another marquee transaction for Harris Williams in the business aviation sector,” added Chris Rogers, a managing director at Harris Williams. West Star’s comprehensive capabilities at multiple locations and expansive industry expertise enable the company to fully support business jet owners and operators globally. Founded in 1982, Sterling is a private equity investment firm that targets controlling interests in basic manufacturing, distribution and industrial services companies. Harris Williams, an investment bank specializing in M&A advisory services, advocates for sellers and buyers of companies worldwide through critical milestones and provides thoughtful advice during the lives of their businesses.