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KKR Acquires HOERBIGER's Explosion Protection Business

KKR announced the agreement to acquire the Explosion Protection and Static Control segments from HOERBIGER. The acquisition comprises the majority of HOERBIGER's Safety Business Unit, namely IEP Technologies, IEP, and Newson Gale, two established providers of industrial safety solutions. Following the transaction, HOERBIGER will retain its Engine & Generators segment, which provides explosion relief valves for engines and generators. The business will be integrated into HOERBIGER's Compression Division, reflecting its close alignment with the company's existing compression activities. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

KKR Sells Infinity Transportation to Ares for $2.9B

KKR & Co. (KKR) and Ares Management (ARES) announced a definitive agreement under which KKR will sell Infinity Transportation, a scaled, full-service railcar and intermodal equipment lessor, to Ares Infrastructure Equity and Ares Insurance Solutions funds for an enterprise value of approximately $2.9B. Founded in 2004, Infinity owns and manages approximately 50,000 railcars leased to more than 350 unique lessees across the United States, Canada and Mexico. KKR's wholly owned subsidiary, Global Atlantic, has invested in Infinity since 2016. Since 2021, the company - with KKR's support - established its standalone operating platform and expanded its fleet, increasing book value by 150% and scaling the business into one of the largest railcar lessors in the United States. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals and is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027.