Summary
On December 6, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets (KBCM) successfully closed the syndication of a $125 million Senior Secured Credit Facility for Michael Baker International, LLC (“Michael Baker” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of DC Capital Partners (DC Capital). The $125 million Incremental First Lien Term Loan is interchangeable with the existing portion, and proceeds were used to support the acquisition of AstreaX, Inc. and fund cash to the balance sheet. KBCM served as Joint Lead Arranger and Joint Bookrunner on the transaction.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Michael Baker is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services and has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years, with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation, and integrity. The Company’s services include design, planning, architectural, environmental, and program management. Michael Baker’s clients include U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, as well as large corporations.
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, AstreaX is a leading provider of software development and implementation services for government modernization technologies, with expertise in SaaS, digital identity, enterprise systems, and consumer portal solutions for state departments of motor vehicles.
Founded in 2007, DC Capital Partners is a middle market private equity firm with offices in Alexandria, Virginia, and West Palm Beach, Florida. DC Capital makes control equity investments in middle market companies that provide differentiated and innovative services and solutions in the Government and Engineering markets.