Detroit, MI – Platte River Equity (“Platte River”) portfolio company Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (“MES”) is pleased to announce its acquisition of Premier Safety, a distributor of industrial safety products, firefighter equipment, equipment services and equipment rentals. Premier Safety has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality safety products and services for industrial clients, as well as critical equipment for firefighters. Its expertise in equipment services and rentals further complements MES’s comprehensive portfolio, providing an enhanced suite of offerings for customers across both the industrial and public safety markets. This strategic acquisition marks MES’s continued expansion into the industrial market while also extending its presence in key fire service sectors.
“The addition of Premier Safety into our portfolio represents a pivotal moment in MES’s strategic growth,” said Marvin Riley, CEO of MES. “It strengthens our position in the industrial safety sector while expanding our reach in the fire service market, where we maintain a leading presence by distributing premium brands.”
“This acquisition is critical in our mission to provide the highest level of safety equipment and services across a broader market,” said David Malecki, President of Premier Safety. “By partnering with industry leaders, we are better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our customers and continue delivering top-tier safety solutions they expect from us.”
“Platte River is committed to supporting MES in its broader mission to provide unmatched support to America’s at-risk workers for their safety equipment needs. This acquisition is an important milestone in expanding MES’s reach in pursuit of that mission, providing access to a new end market and broadened product set,” added Eric Crawford, Managing Director of Platte River.
Intrepid Investment Bankers served as the exclusive financial advisor to Premier Safety.
