Transactions

the assets of Premier Aluminum Inc. have been acquired by Ligon Industries LLC MERTZ ASSOCIATES acted as advisor to Premier Aluminum Inc. in preparing offering materials, contacting potential acquirers, evaluating competing indications of interest, structuring the transaction and participating in negotiations.

• PREMIER ALUMINUM INC., Racine and Allenton, Wisconsin, is a world-class manufacturer of precision-machined and ready to assemble aluminum castings for various industries. The Company focuses on the medium-volume niche and serves customers nationwide. Premier Aluminum has facilities in Racine and Allenton, Wisconsin.
   
• LIGON INDUSTRIES LLC, Birmingham, Alabama, is an American manufacturing company comprised of twelve operating companies. The Premier Aluminum acquisition positions Ligon to deliver additional capabilities and value to its current customers, as well as offer additional services to Premier Aluminum’s customers. Ligon is headquartered in Birmingham, AL.