Auxo Investment Partners Enhances Portfolio with Acquisition of Southeast Vegetation Management

Auxo Investment Partners Expands Its Reach with Southeast Vegetation Management Acquisition

Private investment firm Auxo Investment Partners has recently announced a significant acquisition that will boost its portfolio in railroad infrastructure maintenance. The firm has acquired Southeast Vegetation Management (SEVM), an Alabama-based provider of vegetation management services specifically tailored for US railways.

This strategic move is aimed at enhancing Auxo’s expanding platform under the Genesis Rail Company brand. The acquisition follows Auxo's previous purchases of Genesis Rail Services, a complete railroad maintenance provider, Ferrovia Vegetation Management, a vegetation service, and Cariboo Central Railroad Contracting from Canada, which emphasizes the firm’s sustained growth trajectory in the sector.

SEVM, headquartered in Brierfield, Alabama, is recognized for its commitment to delivering safe, efficient, and environmentally sustainable vegetation management solutions. The company has built a strong reputation for exceptional service and operational excellence, making it a reliable partner for railroads and industrial clients across the Southeastern United States. The incorporation of SEVM into the Genesis Rail Company is expected to yield various synergies, including an enhanced geographic reach, improved customer experience, and a collaborative approach to leveraging expertise and resources across the platform.

Jeff Helminski, a Partner at Auxo Investment Partners, expressed enthusiasm over the acquisition, stating that, "SEVM is a natural fit for Auxo and our Genesis Rail platform." Allen Blythe, President and CEO of Genesis Rail Company, added that they are thrilled to welcome Southeast Vegetation Management to their portfolio, believing that this acquisition will enable their vegetation management platform to meet the growing needs of customers throughout the Eastern U.S.

Furthermore, the merger of Ferrovia and SEVM positions the new entity as the largest herbicide rail vegetation management platform in the United States, further solidifying Auxo’s leadership in the market. Scott Dailey, CEO of Southeast Vegetation Management, also reflected positively on the union, noting that the partnership with Auxo and Genesis Rail Services will facilitate expanded reach and resources, thus allowing them to serve their clients more effectively while maintaining the high standards they are known for.

As part of this collaboration, Dailey and his team will remain with Ferrovia, with Scott stepping into a leadership role within the broader Genesis Rail Company framework. This move signals a commitment to a long-term, synergistic partnership, aligning the interests of all stakeholders involved.

Auxo Investment Partners is named after the Greek goddess of growth, reflecting its mission to foster development and innovation within the companies it partners with. The firm is known for seeking out North American-based businesses in sectors such as manufacturing, industrial, value-added distribution, or business services with an EBITDA of between $2 million to $20 million. The firm’s approach is particularly beneficial for owner-operators looking into retirement planning or existing teams aspiring to scale their operations while adhering to a long-term investment philosophy.

With this acquisition, Auxo Investment Partners not only demonstrates its commitment to expanding its footprint in the railroad infrastructure sector but also reinforces the value it places on partnerships that foster growth, sustainability, and operational excellence. For more information about Auxo Investment Partners, visit their official website at www.auxopartners.com.