CORPORATE FINANCE ASSOCIATES WORLDWIDE ADVISES RIEKES EQUIPMENT COMPANY IN ITS ACQUISITION BY MH EQUIPMENT
Corporate Finance Associates Worldwide Advises Riekes Equipment Company in its Acquisition by MH Equipment
Los
Angeles, California - November 9, 2026 — Corporate Finance Associates Worldwide, Inc. (CFAW), a leading
middle-market investment bank, served as the exclusive financial advisor to
Riekes Equipment Company in its acquisition by MH Equipment, one of the largest
material handling equipment dealers in the United States. The partnership
brings together two established Midwest organizations with complementary
capabilities, deep industry expertise and a shared commitment to serving customers,
supporting employees and driving continued growth.
Founded 90 years ago in Omaha, Nebraska, Riekes Equipment Company
has established a strong reputation for delivering comprehensive material
handling solutions, including overhead crane and hoist installation, inspection
and service, dock and door services, and specialized customer training through
its Customer Discovery Center.
"Riekes Equipment represents everything
that makes a family-built, middle-market business exceptional — a remarkable
legacy, deep customer relationships, a dedicated team, and an outstanding
reputation in the industry. Our objective throughout the sale process was not
simply to identify a buyer, but to find the right strategic partner who would
respect that legacy while providing the resources and opportunities to
accelerate the company's next chapter of growth. MH Equipment emerged as an
excellent strategic fit, bringing complementary capabilities, shared values,
and a strong commitment to the people and customers who have made Riekes
successful. We are proud to have advised Riekes on this important milestone and
to have helped position the business for continued success for generations to
come" said Jim Zipursky, lead investment banker in the transaction at the
Omaha office of CFAW.
"After more than 40 years with Riekes, this was
one of the most important decisions I've made. We weren't just looking for a
buyer. We wanted a partner who shared our values, recognized what our people
have built and could help carry our legacy forward. Jim Zipursky and the CFAW
team understood what mattered most to us and provided valuable guidance
throughout the process. MH Equipment brings the resources and opportunities to
build on our success while preserving the relationships and commitment to service
that have defined Riekes for 90 years. I'm confident this partnership puts our
employees, customers and company in a strong position for the future," said
Duncan Murphy, president of Riekes Equipment.
About
Corporate Finance Associates Worldwide
Corporate Finance Associates Worldwide (CFAW) is an
international middle-market investment banking firm providing merger and
acquisition advisory services, business sales, recapitalizations, capital
raising, and strategic financial advisory services to privately held and
family-owned businesses. A global organization of experienced investment
banking professionals, CFAW helps business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors
navigate complex transactions and achieve their strategic and financial
objectives.
For more information, visit www.cfaw.com.
About Riekes Equipment
For 90 years, Riekes Equipment Company has provided
material handling equipment and warehouse solutions.. The company has built its
reputation on long-standing customer relationships, technical expertise, and a
commitment to delivering dependable solutions. With seven locations across the
central plains region, Riekes Equipment Company serves the needs of its
customers in a six-state territory.
About MH Equipment
MH Equipment is a leading provider of material handling
equipment, products, and services throughout the Midwest and Eastern United
States. With 42 servicing locations, approximately 750 technicians, and 1,300
employees across 15 states, including its environmental equipment division and
the Riekes acquisition, MH Equipment provides comprehensive equipment sales,
rentals, aftermarket support, and fleet management solutions.
