Top Marine Ports & Services Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,143

Active Firms

18,467

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

California 13%

Florida 13%

Texas 10%

New York 8%

New Jersey 5%

Key Attributes

Focus: Acquiring One Business | Capital Source: Investor-Backed or Self-Funded | Operating Approach: Stewardship & Growth

Icosian Capital

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Dillon Friedman and Tommy Shelton founded Icosian Capital to find, invest, and operate a single B2B service business. Our partnership was built over the better part of a decade on a complementary set of skills that set us apart as prospective business owners. To further augment our experience, we curated an advisory board of seasoned entrepreneurs and investors with patient, long-term outlooks, and proven track records in lower middle market investing. We do not have a predetermined investment period or exit timelines and look forward to being 100% committed to the business we acquire.With a…

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Everlift Partners

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Everlift Partners was established with the goal of acquiring and operating a growing and profitable Texas-based business. Everlift is operated by Eric Salazar, a business investor with personal liquidity, committed backers, and investors with a shared vision. We are a values-based firm committed to honoring the legacy of the current owner/operators and successfully stewarding their business and employees as they transition or retire. Industries of Interest:B2B Services Industrial ServicesTransportation ServicesHealthcare distribution & servicesDeal & Financial…

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Unbroken Dog Ventures

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Unbroken Dog Ventures was founded in 2023 to invest in the backbone of the American economy, American Small Business. American Small Business is the hear of the American Dream and how the US grew to attract those from around the world to our great country. While people say the American Dream is dying, we say it is still alive and well. Maybe harder to find these days, but small business still accounts for nearly half of the US economy and is the backbone of our communities. The next generation of entrepreneurs are hungry to get their hands dirty and on the shoulders of the giants who came…

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Doctor Freight LLC

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Doctor Freight: Search FundSeeking to acquire a US-based Freight Forwarder with $30-200 mil USD revenue. Are you looking for the next growth spurt for your Freight Forwarding business? Would you like to focus your time and capital away from the day-to-day operations? Are you the owner of a US-based Freight Forwarder and interested in selling all or parts of your company? Do you want to keep the teams and brand in tact, without an integration into a large conglomerate?We have 20 years of Freight Forwarding experience and the capital to acquire your business. We continue running your…

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Blackhedge Asset Management

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Blackhedge Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on acquiring operating businesses and commercial properties in Florida with TEV/GAV between $10-50M.

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Micropakk LLC

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Private family office deploying proprietary capital into operating companies and real estate. Unbound by external committees, we offer intermediaries speed, creative structuring, and certainty of closing. We seek long-term holds and provide rapid feedback on all submissions. Bring us your complex or time-sensitive deals; we have the liquidity to execute.

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June Road Capital LLC

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June Road is a search fund managed by an experienced entrepreneur, Jaclyn Smith, who is looking to buy one strong, existing business to operate long-term. The ideal business is people-focused and positioned for future growth. Jaclyn brings over 10 years of experience in supply chain and operations, marketing, and strategy. She founded June Road to buy and operate one small business, taking inspiration from her father, who fulfilled his lifelong entrepreneurial goal in 2020 and now runs a profitable cabinet wholesale company in Philadelphia. Prior to founding June Road, Jaclyn was a…

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Ascendify LLC

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I am looking for a service or distribution company in a fragmented market with medium-high barriers to entry. This company is in need of growing Sales & Marketing or establishing operational excellence, generating $5-10M in Revenue or $1-2M in SDE, and located in Texas (Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, or Houston) or North Carolina (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area).

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James Tsou

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James Tsou is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We partner with exceptional companies seeking the next stage of growth. Post acquisition, we work closely with our portfolio companies to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.

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Timberwind Capital

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Timberwind Capital Partners is partnered with family offices and successful operators whose investing experience spans technology and traditional service businesses.Led by Kirk Newcombe, Timberwind proposes an alternate outcome for business owners looking to step away on their timeline. Combining an enthusiastic operator with the wisdom of hands-on experience, Kirk will join the day-to-day leadership of an acquired company in partnership with the experienced operators and investors backing Timberwind.Kirk is a sales and operations leader, who brings a career in commercial banking, outsourced…

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RiverRun Capital LLC

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RiverRun Capital is a private investment vehicle created to identify, acquire, and operate a single business. We are focused exclusively on identifying one high quality business and assuming ownership. The firm was founded by Naim Abdullah, a successful entrepreneur and operator that has a passion for building great companies. Our team, which includes experienced professional and industry leaders, will work closely with business owners to ensure a smooth management transition. RiverRun’s capital base can support acquisitions exceeding $30 million in enterprise value. Our investors are…

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Pemetic, LLC

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I am searching for a single business to acquire and operate. My investment parameters include adjusted EBITDA less than $2 million and enterprise value less than $10 million. I am industry agnostic and looking for a business with an in-place operating team to assist with the transition. My background includes 6 years leading the alternative investment department for a $5 billion RIA and 4 years in consulting and M&A advising.

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Perigean Capital

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Perigean seeks to acquire one, great, small to medium-sized business from a transitioning owner.We are dedicated to fostering a genuine partnership, ensuring business owners' peace of mind in entrusting their business and legacy to capable hands.Founded by Eric Snyder, Perigean is an investment vehicle designed to purchase a small to medium-sized business, with the goal of integrating with the existing staff and market, to operate for the long term.We work closely with founders and owners, as well as the communities they serve in order to ensure a smooth transition. We take a full-time…

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Halo Capital Investments

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At Halo Capital, we are a dedicated team of Entrepreneurial Investors, investing in small businesses and sectors closely tied to them, committed to serving the community. Our core principle is straightforward: to create meaningful employment opportunities, prioritize long-term prosperity, and build upon the achievements of business owners. We specialize in developing exit strategies for owners, securing capital for future expansion, and fostering equity opportunities for key members of management. With a focus on long-term growth, continual improvement and rewarding work for employees, we…

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Anchor Point Holdings

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Interest in buying / operating a tech-enabled (or can be) services business that can be part of a buy & build process or part of a long-term growth play - background is M&A and software private equity value creation

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Alexander Siller

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I am an individual investor with 10+ years of experience in corp finance looking to make my first acquisition and become owner/operator of a business in the state of Arizona. I am looking to self-fund my acquisition, but have potential investors willing to commit capital if needed.

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Infusion Group

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Infusion Group is a consulting and investment holding company specializing in operating, and growing established businesses that align with our core operating values. Ours goals are to make long-term investments in privately held, growth-oriented businesses that have adjusted EBITDAs less than $1.5MM. We leverage our years of experience in CPG, Retail, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to both consult with current owners and develop long term investment structures that are a win-win for all.

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Eberstein Ventures

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Eberstein Ventures is a private investment firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. I am an independent searcher looking to acquire and run a manufacturing business with end markets primarily in industrial sectors (e.g. aerospace, oil & gas, automotive, etc.); I am pursuing a self-funded search as I have experience with deals from start to finish and would like the flexibility in structuring that comes with sourcing my own deal. I have several investors with whom I have discussed the basic thesis and approach and who are ready to review deals as and when they are actionable.

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Parkland Field

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Parkland Field seeks to acquire a single company. We intend to both own and operate the business for long-term value for our employees, community, and shareholders. Our approach provides owner-operators assurance that their business will remain in good, capable hands.

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Epiphany Family Enterprises

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Thayer & Emily Wade are a husband-wife team who want to build a great life for their new family by continuing on the legacy of one great DFW business Married in January 2023 after meeting a year prior, we are expecting our first child in March 2024. We move at full speed, because we know what we are looking for when we see it, and we bring that same sort of drive from our personal life to our professional. That is why we have created Epiphany Family Enterprises: to look for and buy a $3-10M enterprise value business from an owner who wants to ensure his or her company ends up in good hands.…

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Firms in the Marine Ports & Services Search Funds directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Marine Ports & Services Search Funds is $3M-$12M, with a core EBITDA range of $500K-$2M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Business Services experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 1,143 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Business Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Marine Ports & Services Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Business Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Search Funds with experience in Business Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,143 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Marine Ports & Services Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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