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ORIX Corporation USA announced a preferred equity investment in a 103-unit senior housing community in Aledo, TX, developed by Civitas Senior Living and Journey Capital. Civitas operates over 40 senior housing communities across the southern U.S., while Journey is an asset manager focused on senior housing. ORIX USA aims to expand affordable senior housing in Texas. As of December 2020, ORIX USA manages assets worth $87 billion. This investment marks a commitment to enhance the senior living sector in Texas and the U.S.

Network Connex, a provider of network deployment solutions, has acquired Advantage Engineers, a nationwide engineering firm. This acquisition aims to enhance Network Connex's engineering capabilities and expand its service offerings, particularly on the West Coast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Advantage Engineers will continue to operate under its own brand and will contribute its expertise in telecommunications infrastructure projects. This strategic move is expected to deepen customer relationships and provide comprehensive solutions across fiber optics, data centers, and wireless networks.

ORIX Corporation USA has successfully completed $44.8 million in bond financing to acquire five senior housing communities in the Minneapolis area, totaling 153 assisted living and memory care units. This financing showcases ORIX's capability in providing flexible capital solutions for public and private transactions in the municipal and infrastructure sectors. Coventry Properties, a partner in this transaction, has a strong track record in senior care. ORIX USA manages $87 billion in assets, reinforcing its position in the financial services industry.

Peak Utility Services Group has acquired Superior Pipeline Services (SPS), a leading natural gas utility contractor based in Texas. This strategic acquisition strengthens Peak’s foothold in the rapidly expanding Texas utility services market. CEO Jason Pickett expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting Peak's commitment to infrastructure support amidst Texas's economic growth. SPS’s founder, Lynn Ayres, will retain a key role, ensuring continuity of service. This move boosts Peak's capabilities to meet rising demand in natural gas utility maintenance and installation.

NXT Capital announced the closing of its Senior Loan Fund VI (SLF VI Levered), which will have approximately $1 billion in capacity from equity commitments and leverage. This Fund enhances NXT Capital’s total assets under management to about $11 billion as of February 28, 2021. The Fund will focus on senior debt transactions, specifically secured loans to middle and lower middle-market companies across various sectors in the U.S. Institutional investors, including pension plans and insurance companies, have committed equity to the Fund.

RoadSafe Traffic Systems has acquired Innovative Marking Systems (IMS), enhancing its position in the Mountain West region, particularly in Utah, which is recognized as a high-growth market for traffic management. The deal aims to expand RoadSafe's service offerings and geographic reach, reinforcing its consolidation strategy in the Western U.S. IMS founder, Paul Cheever, will maintain leadership, ensuring continuity in service. This acquisition aligns with RoadSafe's commitment to company culture, safety, and customer service.

Specialty Welding and Turnarounds (SWAT) has acquired Hydroprocessing Associates (HPA) to enhance its service offerings in catalyst handling for the oil and gas sector. This strategic acquisition allows SWAT to leverage HPA's specialized capabilities and expand its market reach. HPA, based in Mississippi, has a strong presence in catalyst handling services, catering to notable clients like Chevron and BP. SWAT’s CEO highlighted that this acquisition aligns with their growth strategy, aiming to improve customer service and operational efficiency through expanded offerings.

ORIX Real Estate Capital has rebranded to Lument, unifying its legacy brands: Hunt Real Estate Capital, Lancaster Pollard, and RED Capital Group. This change aims to showcase the company’s expertise and resources during challenging times. CEO James Flynn emphasized the importance of their workforce in achieving success amid the pandemic. The rebranding marks a significant milestone in Lument's journey post-merger in April 2020, aiming to enhance client relationships and services through combined strengths.