QualaWash sells to equity fund

An affiliate of Roark Capital, an Atlanta-based private equity firm, has acquired QualaWash Holdings, arguably the largest independent provider of truck tank and IBC washing services in the US. "Roark's team and industry experience will provide QualaWash with the additional resources needed to accelerate our disciplined approach to organic and acquisition growth, while continuing to provide superior service and environmentally friendly solutions for our customers," says QualaWash CEO Mike Bauer. "We are excited to partner with Mike and the team at QualaWash to support their goal of continued growth and high-quality customer service," adds Roark president Jeffrey J Keenan.