Maxim Crane Works, L.P. and B&G Crane Service, LLC jointly announced the companies have entered into an agreement pursuant to which Maxim will acquire B&G Crane, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of NCSG. B&G Crane is one of the largest providers of crane rental and related lift solutions servicing the Gulf Coast Region of the United States. Maxim’s acquisition of B&G Crane enhances Maxim's full-service, nationwide crane rental and lifting solutions platform and expands its operations in one of the nation’s most critical regions.

Following the closing, Maxim will begin integrating B&G Crane with its existing operating business. Through Maxim’s coast-to-coast footprint, engineering, operated rentals and heavy haul services, the B&G Crane team and customers will gain access to one of the largest modern fleets of full-service lifting solutions in the world.

Bryan Carlisle, Chief Executive Officer of Maxim, stated, “B&G Crane offers one of the most experienced teams of crane professionals in the region. Their state-of-the-art fleet provides customers with a ‘best in class’ brand of products, parts, services and rental equipment. We are confident that the combination of B&G and Maxim will bring added value to our combined customer base, employees and the industry.”

Trip Grilletta, Divisional Operations Vice President for B&G Crane, stated, “We believe that this transaction delivers an exciting opportunity for our employees to become part of the Maxim team and look forward to continuing to grow our business with our new partner.”

Stifel is serving as the exclusive financial advisor to B&G Crane for the sale; and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is serving as B&G Crane’s legal advisor. Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is serving as Maxim’s legal advisor.