A merchant banking firm organized in 1994 to sponsor alternative investments and provide discreet, senior level advice and capital access to corporate clients. The Chart Group manages private equity and venture capital funds as well as direct investments in the U.S. and Europe, with a substantial global reach through offices in the United States, France and Kuwait, and a network of partners and affiliates located worldwide.

Acquired by a private equity firm in October 2007, EAC is a leading manufacturer and operator of heavy-lift helicopters used in specialized applications such as logging, firefighting, and construction.

Acquired by Drake Cement in July 2007, Sunshine is a ready-mix concrete and aggregates operation serving Mohave County, Arizona. The Company has direct access to aggregates reserves, the major raw materials for the production of concrete.