North America-based ground handling provider Unifi Aviation has secured a strategic financing from Carlyle.
The financing will help simplify Unifi’s ownership structure and provide growth capital as the company expands its service offerings and footprint across the aviation ecosystem.
“Their deep expertise in private credit and aviation services, combined with their conviction in our business model and management team, enables us to unlock new opportunities for our customers and stakeholders,” said Karan Ishwar, CEO of the Argenbright Group, majority owner of Unifi. “Carlyle’s ability to navigate complex situations and support high-growth companies like Unifi makes them an ideal partner as we enter our next phase of expansion.”
“Unifi is a core part of the aviation infrastructure in North America, and we are pleased to support the business through this flexible capital solution,” said Gary Jacovino, partner on Carlyle’s Credit Opportunities team. “Unifi’s scale, performance-driven culture, and track record of service excellence positions it well for long-term growth as a critical strategic partner to the global aviation industry.”