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Events / Business / H.I.G. Capital acquires Premier Forge Group
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H.I.G. Capital acquires Premier Forge Group

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Sentiment
60
Attention
2
Articles
7
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The acquisition of Premier Forge Group by Capita is expected to positively impact the aerospace, defense, and specialty industrial sectors by strengthening the domestic industrial base and supporting continued investment in manufacturing capabilities. This could lead to increased efficiency and innovation within these industries.

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Event Summary

Capita, a global alternative investment firm, has completed the acquisition of Premier Forge Group, a leading manufacturer of highly complex, mission-critical forged components for aerospace, defense, and specialty industrial applications. Premier Forge Group, headquartered in Portland, Indiana, with additional manufacturing locations in Azusa, California, and Lebanon, Kentucky, partners with leading OEMs and suppliers. Anthony Chambers, Managing Director at Capita, and Tim Fields, CEO of Premier Forge Group, both expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the potential for continued investment and expansion of capabilities to meet growing customer demand and strengthen the domestic industrial base.

Entities Involved
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Premier Forge Group
Premier Forge Group, a manufacturer of forged components, was acquired by Capita, which is expected to provide significant capital and operational resources for continued investment and expansion.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 60.0
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Capita
Capita, a global alternative investment firm, completed the acquisition of Premier Forge Group, expanding its portfolio and investment in the aerospace, defense, and specialty industrial sectors.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 70.0
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Anthony Chambers
Anthony Chambers, Managing Director at Capita, expressed excitement about partnering with Premier Forge Group's management to support its growth and strengthen the domestic industrial base.
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Tim Fields
Tim Fields, CEO of Premier Forge Group, views the partnership with Capita as an exciting new chapter that will bring significant capital and operational resources for future investments and expansion.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 50.0
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