W.L. Ross

W.L. Ross & Co. LLC specializes in investing in and restructuring financially distressed companies to create new, world-class enterprises. With a focus on niche opportunities, the company leverages its extensive knowledge, insight, and experience to assess and develop new investment prospects. Founded by Wilbur L. Ross, Jr. in 2000, the company manages over $7 billion in assets with investments spanning North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Drawing on decades of experience in distressed securities investing, the team at W.L. Ross & Co. LLC has a proven track record of successful corporate restructurings and bankruptcies globally.

Wilbur Ross

CEO and Founder

8 past transactions

Nexeo Solutions

Acquisition in 2016
Nexeo Solutions, headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, is a global distributor of chemical and plastic products, operating in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. With over 2,400 employees, it serves diverse industries such as household, industrial, automotive, healthcare, and construction, offering approximately 24,000 products. Nexeo Solutions operates through three segments: Chemicals, Plastics, and Environmental Services. The Chemicals segment distributes a wide range of products like alcohols, resins, and silicones, while the Plastics segment supplies engineered thermoplastics, polyolefins, and specialty thermoplastics. The Environmental Services segment manages hazardous and non-hazardous waste, offering collection, recovery, and disposal services. Nexeo Solutions also provides value-added services such as mixing, blending, and lab testing. Its goal is to be the preferred partner for customers and suppliers, focusing on reliability, efficiency, safety, and compliance.

LP Amina

Series C in 2013
LP Amina, Inc. is an environmental engineering company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 2007. The company specializes in addressing environmental challenges associated with coal-fired power generation, chemical production, and other industrial applications. LP Amina offers a diverse range of solutions for power plants, including advanced combustion engineering services, repowering options, and consulting services. The firm is known for its portfolio of over 50 patented products that enhance the efficiency and emissions of coal-fired boilers, such as Rotating Vane Wheels and High-Performance Classifiers. With a focus on continuous improvement and leveraging expertise from global coal usage, LP Amina is positioned to develop innovative products that meet the evolving demands of the power industry. The company's commitment to research and development spans multiple regions, including the United States, Europe, and Asia, enabling it to respond effectively to increasing environmental regulations and market dynamics.

Cascade Bancorp

Post in 2010
Cascade Bancorp operates as the bank holding company for Bank of the Cascades.

SpiceJet

Post in 2008
SpiceJet Limited is an Indian airline headquartered in Gurugram, offering comprehensive air transportation services for passengers and cargo. Incorporated in 1984, the airline operates through two main segments: Air Transport and Freighter and Logistics Services. SpiceJet has a significant presence in the Indian domestic market, holding an 18.5% market share, and operates a fleet of 105 aircraft, which includes 36 Boeing 737-800/900ER and 15 Bombardier Q400 planes. As of late 2020, the airline serves 57 routes, connecting 47 domestic and 10 international destinations, including key cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Dubai. SpiceJet also provides various ancillary services, including SpiceMax for enhanced passenger benefits, holiday packages, and charter services, thereby diversifying its revenue streams beyond traditional air travel.

UK Coal

Venture Round in 2005
UK Coal Production Ltd, formerly UK Coal plc, is the largest coal mining business in the United Kingdom.

Nanotex

Series A in 2005
Nano-Tex is a leading fabric innovation company providing nanotechnology- based textile enhancements to the apparel, home and commercial/residential interiors markets. To date, more than 80 textile mills worldwide are utilizing Nano-Tex treatments in products sold by more than 100 leading brands Worldwide.

WestPoint Stevens

Acquisition in 2005
WestPoint Stevens maker of bed and bath fashion products.

Burlington Industries

Acquisition in 2003
Burlington Industries is a manufacturer of textile products and fabrics used across various sectors, including automotive, apparel, interior furnishings, and industrial markets. The company operates through three main segments: Apparel Fabrics, Interior Furnishings, and Carpet. The Apparel Fabrics segment offers a diverse range of products, including woven synthetic fabrics, worsted and wool blend fabrics, denim, and woven cotton and cotton blends. The Interior Furnishings segment provides materials such as mattress ticking and decorative fabrics for a variety of applications in home, office, hospitality, and healthcare environments. Burlington Industries is committed to developing and marketing high-quality fabric solutions tailored to meet the needs of its customers globally.
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