H.I.G. WhiteHorse, a credit affiliate of global investment firm H.I.G. Capital ("H.I.G."), is pleased to announce that it has provided a new first lien, senior-secured credit facility for CCE Group ("CCE", or "the Company"), a portfolio company of Hivest Capital Partners ("Hivest"). Based in Paris, France, CCE is an aeronautic platform formed in 2023 following the carveout of Driessen and AviusULD from Safran.

Haversine Funding, a leading provider of specialty finance solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Gen Merritt-Parikh, the company's current president, to the position of Co-Chief Executive Officer (Co-CEO), effective February 21, 2025.

Celtic Capital Corporation today announced its most recent new client relationship – a Pacific- based electrical maintenance and lighting replacement company for buildings in various commercial industries.

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B. Riley Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: RILY) ("B. Riley" or the "Company"), a diversified financial services company, today announced that it has entered into a new $160 million senior secured debt facility ("Term Loan Facility") provided by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. ("Oaktree").

ZeroNorth, a Copenhagen, Denmark-based technology company focused on the maritime industry, raised $20M in funding. The round was led by CIBC Innovation Banking.

Urgent.ly Inc. (Nasdaq: ULY) (“Urgently”), a U.S.-based leading provider of digital roadside and mobility assistance technology and services, announced today that it has reached an agreement with its lenders resulting in significant capital structure improvements.

Centinel Spine®, LLC ("the Company"), the leading global medical device company focused exclusively on treating cervical and lumbar spinal disease with the most complete and clinically-proven total disc replacement (TDR) technology platform in the world (prodisc®), today announced that is has entered into a senior secured loan agreement with credit funds managed by SLR Capital Partners, LLC ("SLR").

FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI) (“FTAI” or the “Company”) today announced its Strategic Capital Initiative (“SCI”) has obtained a commitment for $2.5 billion of asset-level debt financing led by global investment firm ATLAS SP Partners (“ATLAS SP”), the structured products business majority owned by Apollo funds, and Deutsche Bank AG, New York Branch.

SSG Capital Advisors, LLC (“SSG”) served as the investment banker to Plastic Suppliers, Inc. d/b/a Earthfirst® and its affiliates and subsidiaries (together, “Earthfirst®” or the “Company”) in the sale of substantially all assets to API Industries, Inc. d/b/a Aluf Plastics (“Aluf Plastics”). The sale was effectuated through a Chapter 11 Section 363 process in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. The transaction closed in February 2025.

Mitsubishi HC Capital America, the leading non-bank, non-captive finance provider in North America, today announced a strategic relationship with Housby, a prominent full-service, commercial equipment dealer. This collaboration leverages the expertise of both companies to offer high-quality services, assets, and competitive financing solutions to customers in the transportation and construction industries, as well as equipment dealers across the U.S. and Canada.

Porter Capital is pleased to announce the closing of a $20 million factoring facility for a Dallas, TX based manufacturing company. The company has a 75-year history of producing battery chargers, jump starters, and power inverters for the automotive and industrial markets.

Austin Financial Services, Inc. (AFS) is pleased to announce the closing of a $5 million AR-only revolving credit facility for a leading organic seed and soil manufacturer. Experiencing rapid growth, the company was seeking a lending partner to provide debt financing to support its robust order pipeline. Proceeds from AFS’ facility were used to purchase materials for customer orders and strengthen working capital.

Citizens Asset Finance, a division of Citizens, has named Stan Walker as President, effective March 3, 2025. Walker will succeed Brent Hazzard, who had held the position since 2021 and will be transitioning to a strategic advisor role with Citizens.

Rosenthal & Rosenthal, Inc., the leading private commercial finance firm in the United States, today announced the completion of a $2.5 million combined purchase ordering financing and factoring facility to support an Arizona-based pet food and accessories company.

First Citizens Bank today announced that CIT Northbridge Credit, as advised by First Citizens Institutional Asset Management, LLC, provided a $30 million credit facility to Conexwest, a leading provider of new, used, and refurbished shipping containers.

Entrepreneur Growth Capital (“EGC”) is pleased to announce the closing of a $5 million asset-based facility to a family owned manufacturer of chef-quality kitchen products. Like many in its field, the Company saw unprecedented growth during the pandemic, but when demand fell off, management failed to adjust.

Gateway Trade Funding, a PO and Stretch Financing company, is pleased to announce that we have recently completed the following Stretch Finance transactions: a$1,000,000 facility for an encoder and decoder company; a $25,000 facility for a telecom construction services company.

SG Credit Partners, through its Consumer Products division, is proud to welcome Serenity Kids to its portfolio of exceptional brands. Known for its commitment to healthy, ethically sourced baby food, the company continues to expand its presence nationwide while staying true to its mission. SG’s debt facility will support Serenity Kids’ continued innovation and retail expansion.

CohnReznick LLP (“CohnReznick” or “the Firm”), one of the United States’ leading advisory, assurance, and tax firms, today announced a strategic growth investment from Funds advised by Apax Partners LLP (“Apax”). The transaction marks the first institutional investment in CohnReznick and is expected to help accelerate the Firm’s growth strategy to deliver best-in-class client solutions and create greater career opportunities for employees.