Ansley Park Capital Arranges $160 Million Senior Secured Facility for Voltava
Facility Finances Detroit Manufacturing Systems’ Acquisition of Android Industries and Avancez, Creating New Leader in Global Manufacturing and Assembly Space
NEW YORK – Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), a premier lending and specialty finance platform, announced the closing of a $160 million senior secured financing facility for Voltava, LLC (“Voltava”), the holding entity for Detroit Manufacturing Systems, LLC (“DMS”), to support its acquisition of Android Industries, LLC (“Android”), and Avancez, LLC.
Ansley Park served as Lead Agent on the transaction, which includes a $135 million acquisition term loan and $25 million of incremental liquidity to fund capital investments and support Voltava’s strategic growth initiatives. The term financing is structured as part of a split-lien arrangement alongside a revolver provided by a large national bank.
“This transaction brings together two highly respected operators whose combined scale, capabilities, and technology leadership create a powerful platform in the global manufacturing and assembly space,” said Eric Miller, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ansley Park Capital. “We are proud to serve as Lead Agent and deliver a flexible capital solution that supports Voltava’s long-term strategic vision and continued investment in mission-critical operations.”
Bruce Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Voltava, added: “The merger of DMS and Android positions us to better serve our global customer base with expanded capabilities, deeper technical expertise, and greater operational resilience. Ansley Park Capital demonstrated a deep understanding of our business and executed a financing solution that enables us to move decisively into this next chapter. We appreciate their partnership and commitment to our success.”
The transaction underscores Ansley Park’s industry expertise in structuring flexible, customized financing solutions for large-scale, asset-intensive manufacturing and industrial businesses.
About Voltava
Voltava is a premier, global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems (“DMS”), Android Industries and Avancez. Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Voltava unites the complementary strengths of three industry leaders to deliver innovative solutions in complex module assembly, sequencing, contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation and tooling and equipment design. With approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide, Voltava serves a broad portfolio of OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense and technology sectors. The company is built on a foundation of quality, safety, operational excellence and environmental responsibility–made possible through a vibrant, collaborative, diverse and people-focused culture.
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment financing industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions for the unique circumstances they need to grow their businesses today and well into the future. For more information, please visit www.ansleyparkcapital.com.
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Ansley Park Capital Announces $400 Million Asset-Backed Securitization
NEW YORK – Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), a leading equipment finance platform, announced today the successful closing of its inaugural asset-backed securitization (“ABS”) on November 26, 2025, a landmark transaction valued at over $400 million that now stands as the largest first-time issuance in the large-ticket equipment finance market.
Ansley Park, an affiliated portfolio company of certain Ares Alternative Credit funds, has employed a credit-focused strategy to build a quality diversified portfolio. The successful execution of this ABS transaction underscores Ansley Park’s ability to structure, scale, and deliver customized financing solutions while maintaining rigorous underwriting standards and portfolio performance.
The offering includes more than $400 million of rated securities, with Moody’s providing ratings across the full capital stack. This marks the first time a major rating agency has rated the entire structure of an inaugural issuance in the large-ticket equipment finance sector. Investors demonstrated strong demand, with the transaction oversubscribed across all tranches.
“This milestone transaction is a testament to the innovative vision of our platform, the confidence of our investors, and the dedication of our exceptional team,” commented Eric Miller, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ansley Park Capital. “Together, we are building and scaling a company that is setting new industry benchmarks.”
“Ansley Park Capital has distinguished itself with rapid growth, rigorous underwriting, and a commitment to building a premier equipment finance platform,” said Ankur Patel, Partner in Alternative Credit at Ares Management. “This inaugural securitization showcases the strength of the team and the trust the market has placed in the platform. We are excited to support Ansley Park Capital’s continued growth and expansion.”
“This securitization is a true team accomplishment, highlighting the quality of our portfolio, and the outstanding work of our finance and capital markets teams. We are grateful for the trust and support placed by ABS investors in our platform,” added Abhay Bhootra, Chief Financial Officer of Ansley Park Capital. “Achieving this scale and level of execution underscores the discipline and dedication that define our organization.”
Deutsche Bank Securities served as Sole Structuring Agent and Joint Bookrunner, Truist Securities acted as Joint Bookrunner, and an affiliate of Ares Management acted as Co-Manager.
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment financing industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions for the unique circumstances they need to grow their businesses today and well into the future. For more information, please visit www.ansleyparkcapital.com.
About Ares Management Corporation
Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to advance our stakeholders’ long-term goals by providing flexible capital that supports businesses and creates value for our investors and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of September 30, 2025, Ares Management Corporation’s global platform had over $595 billion of assets under management, with operations across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com.
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Kathleen Berryman Recognized on Monitor’s Seventh Annual Women in Equipment Finance
Monitor unveiled The 2025 Monitor Annual Women in Equipment Finance, the seventh edition of its Women in Equipment Finance celebration, highlighting leaders who continue to break new ground, challenge norms, and drive lasting impact across the industry.
Among this year’s list of leaders is Kathleen “Kathy” Berryman, our Managing Director, Sponsor Coverage, who has spent nearly three decades shaping the equipment finance business. Her career reflects both executional excellence and an enduring commitment to people – building platforms, closing complex transactions and nurturing the high-performing teams that power them.
Source: https://www.monitordaily.com/issue/the-2025-monitor-seventh-annual-women-in-equipment-finance/
Mark Trollinger Recognized on Monitor’s Most Influential People in Equipment Finance
Monitor unveiled The Most Influential People in Equipment Finance, a new annual tradition that honors the individuals making a lasting impact on the industry.
Among the changemakers, innovators and people working behind the scenes to shape the future of equipment finance, Mark Trollinger, our EVP & Chief Investment Officer & Head of Capital Markets, was recognized for his role in as a mentor who prioritizes being available and present for those he guides.
Mark’s approach involves providing support in two key ways: by sharing his technical expertise to help mentees understand the business and by acting as a sounding board for the “softer” side of their roles, such as human interactions and career goals. He finds it rewarding to have a positive influence on someone’s growth, which he believes creates a lasting legacy.
A testament to his approach is a mentee who succeeded in a challenging role and now maintains a long-term relationship where their roles have often reversed, with the mentee becoming the mentor.
Source: https://www.monitordaily.com/issue/the-2025-monitor-most-influential-people/
Ansley Park Capital Provides $20 Million Lease to Leading IT Managed Services Provider Supporting Mission-Critical Enterprise Infrastructure
TARRYTOWN, New York – July 21, 2025 – Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), a premier lending and specialty finance platform, announced the closing of a $20 million lease facility with a 65-year-old leading provider of IT managed services. The lease proceeds were used to acquire additional critical IT infrastructure assets to support the company’s continued growth and delivery of high-performance solutions to large enterprise clients.
The customer specializes in operating and optimizing mission-critical IT environments across complex, hybrid infrastructures. With a deep legacy of excellence and innovation, the company serves Fortune 1000 clients across industries, ensuring uptime, resiliency, and scalability for their most essential systems.
“This is exactly the kind of partner we look to support—an established, forward-thinking operator delivering vital IT services in a rapidly evolving digital landscape,” said Rob Seltzer, Executive Vice President, Head of Capital Markets & Commercial Operations at Ansley Park Capital. “We’re proud to structure a capital solution that empowers their continued investment in best-in-class infrastructure and service delivery.”
The transaction highlights Ansley Park Capital’s expertise in delivering customized lease and financing solutions for asset-intensive businesses in technology and infrastructure. The firm continues to back experienced operators in essential industries with flexible capital tailored to long-term success.
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a premier lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment finance industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions to help them grow their businesses today and well into the future. For more information on Ansley Park Capital, please visit www.ansleyparkcapital.com.
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Ansley Park Capital Discusses the Rise of Private Capital in Equipment Finance
ELFA Magazine – Summer 2025 – A commentary from Eric Miller, Ansley Park Capital’s President and Chief Executive Officer, appeared in the cover story of the summer issue of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s magazine, “The Rise of the Independents: Private Capital Gains Ground,” authored by Marcia Doyle.
[…] Back to the future?
But private capital is hardly a shiny new object in this industry, maintains Eric Miller, President and CEO, Ansley Park Capital. “I think it’s more about the re-emergence of non-bank financing rather than the rise of private credit,” he says, noting that pre-2008, non-bank lenders such as GE Capital, CIT, Transamerica, etc., dominated the market.
Post financial crisis, the Federal Reserve’s quantitative easing flooded banks with deposits, prompting their expansion into equipment financing, where they eventually captured more than 70% of new business volume.
Now the pendulum is swinging back. ELFA’s 2024 Survey of Equipment Finance Activity shows that in just one year the banking sector’s share of new business volume dropped from 63% to 56.8%, while independents surged from 7.3% to 12.7%.
“There’s typically an asset liability mismatch on banks’ balance sheets, with short-term deposits trying to fund long-term assets,” Fate says. “The regulated piece of this industry is going to keep shrinking, and the independent piece will keep growing.”
Miller believes the cycle now favors independents and outside investors. “The term ‘private credit’ is in vogue and so everyone wants to latch on to it,” he says. Ares Management’s Alternative Credit Funds investment into Ansley Park Capital generated significant industry attention, and “investment in our industry from such a prominent asset manager should give great confidence to the industry.” […]
Read the story at https://www.elfaonline.org/news-and-publications/magazine/issue/article/july-aug-sept-2025/the-rise-of-the-independents–private-capital-gains-ground
Ansley Park Capital Names Kathy Berryman Managing Director
Executive Appointment Supports Continued Expansion of Tailored Financing Solutions for Private Equity Clients and Portfolio Companies
TARRYTOWN, New York – June 18, 2025 – Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), a premier lending and specialty finance platform, today announced the appointment of Kathleen “Kathy” Berryman as Managing Director, Sponsor Coverage.
Reporting to Michael Gay, Ansley Park Capital’s Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, Berryman will be responsible for sponsor coverage across the firm’s platform, enhancing its ability to deliver tailored financing solutions to private equity clients and their portfolio companies.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kathy to Ansley Park Capital. She is a proven leader with deep sponsor relationships, industry knowledge, and the credibility that comes from years of successfully delivering for clients. Her addition marks another key step as we build out a best-in-class commercial platform,” said Gay.
Berryman reunites with several of her former GE Capital colleagues at Ansley Park Capital, bringing decades of originations success in the large-ticket equipment finance space. Most recently, she served as Executive Director at Wells Fargo Equipment Finance (formerly GE Capital Equipment Finance), where she specialized in originating and structuring complex equipment finance transactions for large commercial clients.
“I’m incredibly excited to join Ansley Park Capital and reconnect with many former colleagues,” commented Berryman. “It’s rare to find a platform with this combination of expertise, agility, and vision. I look forward to contributing to its continued growth and success.”
This latest appointment follows a series of strategic hires and organizational enhancements at Ansley Park, designed to expand the firm’s market reach and deliver greater value to clients across sectors.
Eric Miller, President & Chief Executive Officer of Ansley Park Capital, concluded: “Kathy’s addition to the team is another example of our commitment to attracting top-tier talent. Her track record and relationships perfectly complement the strengths of our growing originations team. She is also someone that I have worked with and known for 20 years. She will be a great cultural fit into our amazing organization.”
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment financing industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions for the unique circumstances they need to grow their businesses today and well into the future. AnsleyPark.Capital.
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Ares Commercial Finance and Ansley Park Capital Provide Asset Based and Equipment Financing to Shimmick Corporation
NEW YORK – May 28, 2025 – Ares Commercial Finance (“ACF”) announced today that it has provided a $15 million senior secured revolving line of credit to Shimmick Corporation (“Shimmick” or the “Company”), an Irvine, California-based infrastructure solutions provider in water, climate resilience, energy transition and sustainable transportation. Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), an affiliate of Ares Management, provided a complementary $15 million machinery and equipment term loan, the combination of which delivered a complete financing solution.
“Our goal from the beginning was to provide Shimmick with a one-stop solution for working capital and equipment finance needs,” said Mitch Drucker, Partner, Ares Commercial Finance. “Ares and Ansley Park worked in lockstep to customize a credit facility that met Shimmick’s immediate and longer-term financing goals. We look forward to supporting the Company as they manage their robust pipeline of projects in 2025 and beyond.”
Speaking on behalf of Ansley Park Capital, Michael Gay, Executive and Chief Commercial Officer, said: “We are proud to invest in a company that has consistently delivered high-impact infrastructure solutions for over 30 years. Our customized financing approach ensures that experienced operators have access to the capital they need to optimize performance and pursue long-term growth.”
Proceeds from the working capital financing will be used to refinance existing indebtedness and provide the Company additional liquidity.
About Shimmick Corporation
Shimmick Corporation (“Shimmick”, the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SHIM) is an industry leader in delivering turnkey infrastructure solutions that strengthen critical markets across water, energy, climate resiliency, and sustainable transportation. We integrate technical excellence with collaborative project delivery methods to provide innovative, technology-driven infrastructure solutions that accelerate economic growth and empower communities nationwide. With a track record that spans over a century, Shimmick, headquartered in California, unites deep engineering heritage with entrepreneurial spirit to tackle today’s most complex infrastructure challenges. For more information, visit www.shimmick.com.
About Ares Commercial Finance
Ares Commercial Finance is the commercial finance platform of Ares Management Corporation. ACF provides credit facilities up to $500 million to middle market and lower-middle market companies. ACF addresses a wide scope of industries including manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail and consumer products and services and healthcare. Leveraging the breadth and experience of the Ares platform, ACF works with borrowers to deliver creative, flexible, and customized financing solutions for a variety of financing needs: general refinancing, working capital/growth, acquisitions, restructuring/turnaround situations, debtor-in-possession/exit financing, and special accommodation financing. For more information on ACF visit https://www.arescommercialfinance.com/.
About Ares Management Corporation
Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2025, Ares Management Corporation’s global platform had approximately $546 billion of assets under management, with operations across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com.
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a premier lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment finance industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions to help them grow their businesses today and well into the future. For more information on Ansley Park Capital, please visit www.ansleyparkcapital.com.
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Ansley Park Capital Closes $16 Million 10-Year Term Lease for Crane Rental Company Operating Across Western U.S. and Canada
Tarrytown, NY – Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), a leading lending and specialty finance platform, is pleased to announce the successful closing of a $16 million 10-year term lease with a crane rental company serving infrastructure, energy, and industrial markets across the Western United States and Canada. The financing will support the company’s ongoing fleet expansion and modernization efforts.
With a strong presence across major metropolitan and remote project sites in both countries, the company has built a reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and safety in complex lifting operations. This long-term lease underscores Ansley Park Capital’s commitment to supporting essential service providers with strategic capital solutions tailored to their operational needs.
“We are excited to support a well-established crane rental company with a critical role in North American infrastructure and industrial development,” said Michael Gay, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Ansley Park Capital. “Our ability to offer long-duration, asset-backed financing allows our partners to scale their capabilities while preserving financial flexibility.”
This transaction reflects Ansley Park Capital’s continued focus on crafting customized financing structures for businesses operating in equipment-intensive sectors. The firm remains dedicated to helping clients achieve operational efficiency and long-term growth.
Explore Ansley Park Capital’s wide-ranging financing solutions at AnsleyPark.Capital.
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a premier lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment financing industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions for the unique circumstances they need to grow their businesses today and well into the future. AnsleyPark.Capital
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Ansley Park Capital Closes $15 Million Fully Amortizing Term Loan for 30-Year-Old Infrastructure Construction Contractor
Tarrytown, NY – Ansley Park Capital (“Ansley Park”), a leading lending and specialty finance platform, is pleased to announce the successful closing of a $15 million fully amortizing term loan for a 30-year-old infrastructure construction contractor. The proceeds were used to refinance existing debt and support ongoing capital investment initiatives.
With three decades of experience, our client has established a strong reputation in the infrastructure construction sector, delivering critical services to public and private clients. This strategic financing highlights Ansley Park Capital’s continued commitment to supporting long-standing businesses operating in vital industries.
“We are proud to partner with a company that has consistently delivered high-impact infrastructure solutions for over 30 years,” said Mike Gay, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Ansley Park Capital. “Our customized financing approach ensures that experienced operators have access to the capital they need to optimize performance and pursue long-term growth.”
This transaction further reinforces Ansley Park Capital’s ability to structure thoughtful and strategic capital solutions tailored to the needs of leading businesses in essential sectors. The firm remains focused on delivering flexible financing to help clients achieve sustainable success.
Ansley Park Capital delivers tailored, flexible financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery to clients across a variety of sectors, including maritime logistics, transportation, and energy. Explore Ansley Park Capital’s wide-ranging financing solutions at AnsleyPark.Capital.
About Ansley Park Capital
Ansley Park Capital is a premier lending and specialty finance platform focused on delivering flexible and customized financing solutions for essential-use, large-ticket equipment and machinery across a multitude of asset types and industries. At Ansley Park Capital, we tap into the responsiveness, flexibility, and creativity of a highly experienced team with unmatched access across the equipment financing industry to serve a broad community of borrowers to meet their individual needs with full product capabilities. Our approach to working with our clients is simple: we strive to understand our customers, take the time to underwrite their business, and provide tailored financing solutions for the unique circumstances they need to grow their businesses today and well into the future. AnsleyPark.Capital
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