Top Transportation Search Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

1,134

Active Firms

19,002

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$12M

Core Revenue Range

$500K-$2M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 13%

California 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

Bailey Companies Ltd.

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Experienced operator and entrepreneur seeking to acquire and scale a B2B services business in the Midwest or Southeast. I previously co-founded and scaled SecurSpace, a marketplace for freight storage, from concept to $100M+ GMV in less than five years, including two exits. I have now launched Bailey Companies Ltd. with the goal of building a portfolio of small businesses with EBITDA between $750k to $1.5M.

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Strand Capital

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Are you looking to retire? Want to find someone who will take care of your legacy after you are gone? Do you care about what happens to your employees after you're gone? I am looking to acquire a business based in Southern California in the $5-$15 Million range. I am a personally involved owner/operator looking for a long term commitment to an established business.

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Heartland Heritage

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Heartland Heritage is a permanent home for your business and legacy. A distinct alternative to traditional private equity: we are backed by permanent capital, which enables us to think in decades, and we are experienced operators who are committed to your company as our singular focus.

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Kecia Caffie

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Experienced retail operator seeking an opportunity to carry a founder’s legacy forward. Focused on mid-sized businesses in Colorado or New Mexico. My intent would be to build on current owner’s successes with their team,

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SRF Management

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NYC-based investor seeking small metro-area business to acquire. I've been investing in emerging technologies and funds for 25 years and am interested in owning and operating (to some extent) a smaller cash-flowing business, rather than a raw startup.

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Lunar Ventures

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Self funded search searching for business to business services companies with recurring revenue component. Examples include accounting firms, managed service providers (MSPs), insurance agencies, etc.

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Laminar Equity

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Laminar Equity is a search fund formed to acquire and operate a single business. Laminar Equity will provide a smooth and orderly ownership transition for a retiring or exiting owner.Laminar Equity is interested in business with $250 thousand to $1 million in annual earnings or cash flow within the manufacturing, business services, or distribution industries. An ideal target will have an owner ready to retire, who is focused on maintaining the legacy of the business.

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Radazon Capital

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Radazon Capital is an entrepreneurial & private investment fund that was formed with the financial backing and support of a select team of highly accomplished operators, entrepreneurs and distinguished investors with a passion for operating and growing lower middle-market companies.

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3 Burrows Capital

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Aerospace engineer & third-gen operator who sold a family business. Acquiring industrial services companies in South Florida. Bullish on onshoring and America's industrial resurgence. Targets stable, perennially profitable businesses in tech-displacement-resistant industries. Long-term holds. Builds with ethical exceptionalism.

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Summit Bridge Capital

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Summit Bridge Capital (SBC) is a Hong Kong–based private equity firm focused on cross‑border acquisitions of industrial, building materials, and advanced manufacturing businesses in the USD 10–20M EBITDA range. SBC partners with founders, family owners, and corporate sellers to institutionalize operations, accelerate international expansion, and execute strategic M&A, while preserving the core culture and technical know‑how that made these businesses successful.SBC targets resilient, asset‑backed companies with defensible market positions, mission‑critical products, and clear…

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Chrome Properties Inc

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Copy Doctor is a family-owned print and marketing business specializing in digital and offset printing services. With over 25 years of experience, the company is based in Houston, Texas, and serves the local community, including Friendswood. They offer a wide range of professional printing services tailored to various needs, such as business cards, banners, medical forms, blueprints, and high-quality wedding materials. Copy Doctor is dedicated to providing dependable and cost-effective marketing materials that ensure a high return on investment. Their services are designed to meet the…

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Spencer Williamson

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I am an experienced executive seeking to acquire and personally operate a profitable B2B business in traditional industries. I’mfocused on businesses where strategic leadership, operational execution, and sales strategy drivegrowth.

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Syreeta Norwood

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15+ years leading businesses with P&L responsibility at Campbell's, PepsiCo, Vital Farms, and private equity-backed organizations. Experienced in long-term strategy, margin expansion,commercial execution, and cross-functional leadership, with deep expertise in marketing and customer growth. Now seeking to acquire and operate one exceptional small business in the Charlotte metro (and surrounding) area as a long-term owner-operator.What differentiates my experience is the combination of operational leadership and deep commercial expertise. Beyond managing the business, I've helped…

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Jordan Van Roe

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Independent Sponsor seeking to acquire a profitable, established trade or service business in Northern Virginia.I am pursuing a 100% owner-operator acquisition and plan to be actively involved in day-to-day operations post-close. My focus is on businesses with durable local demand, repeat customers, and a stable team in place. Ideal sellers are founders nearing retirement or owners seeking a thoughtful transition and legacy preservation.I am SBA pre-qualified, working with an experienced SBA lender, and comfortable structuring transactions that include seller financing where appropriate to…

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In-G-Co, LLC

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I am a seasoned Growth Executive with 20 years of experience scaling B2B entrerprise services and digital solutions. Having spent my career optimization and engineering repeatable sales engines for premium service firms, I am looking to acquire and personally operate a single B2B or commercial services business in the lower-middle market.Unlike traditional private equity, I am a self-funded individual operator backed by committed capital and a top-tier advisory board. My objective is to transition the day-to-day operations seamlessly from a retiring owner, preserve their legacy, and deploy…

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Edwin Wiey

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I'm looking for an Enduringly Profitable business, either a Manufacturing or a Service business with strong sales but needing Operational Excellence, generating between 200-700k SDE, within the greater Cincinnati area.

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Kingswood Capital

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Kingswood Capital is seeking majority equity investments in healthy and profitable family-owned manufacturing, fabrication or service businesses, with EBITDA ranging from $0.6M to $2.0M. We intend on taking an active role in the daily operations of any business we acquire, providing owners with a credible succession plan and the ability to realize full value for their business.

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Bowen Falls Capital, LLC

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Bowen Falls Capital is an investment firm focused on acquiring best-in-class arbor care businesses and investing in their long-term growth and development.

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Maristella Capital LLC

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Maristella Capital LLC is a private equity firm that partners with business owners to facilitate seamless transitions, focusing on sustainable growth and legacy preservation. The firm is dedicated to acquiring and nurturing businesses, ensuring that they thrive under new ownership while maintaining their core values and legacy. Maristella Capital's strategic approach involves close collaboration with business owners to support transitions and foster long-term growth. With a portfolio of 12 companies, Maristella Capital is committed to driving success and sustainability in the businesses it…

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Friedeberg Holdings

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We are long-term owner-operators seeking to acquire profitable, established businesses where continuity, employee stability, and legacy matter. With more than a decade of hands-on operating experience, we focus on collaborative, transparent transactions and smooth ownership transitions. We prioritize businesses with strong fundamentals and do not pursue financial engineering or short-term flips. Our goal is to be a reliable buyer that sellers and advisors can trust to close efficiently and steward the business responsibly into its next chapter.

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Firms in the Transportation 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 Transportation 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 Transportation 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 1,134 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Transportation.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Transportation Search Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Transportation, 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 Transportation, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 1,134 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 Transportation Search Funds directory, you can request information here.

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