Investcorp Capital PLC, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, has acquired Kanawha Scales & Systems, a major US provider of weighing and automation services, in line with its plan to scale its global private-market investment portfolio.
Based in Poca, West Virginia, KSS offers calibration, maintenance, and repair services for sophisticated industrial weighing technologies and automated control systems across the United States. The company has expanded through multiple acquisitions over many years and now supports a broad mix of industrial sectors.
KSS’s existing leadership team will continue in their roles and retain their shareholding, working alongside Investcorp Capital and its wider investor base.
Sana Khater, CEO of Investcorp Capital, said KSS represents a strong investment opportunity in a leading services business. She added that ICAP remains focused on identifying high-quality global private-market opportunities for its shareholders while also extending these prospects to Investcorp’s investors. She noted that this strategy enables the company to deliver steady, attractive returns supported by a diversified portfolio of quality assets.
Yusef Al Yusef, Board Member of Investcorp Capital and Global Head of Distribution, highlighted KSS’s solid track record and reputation as a reliable partner across various industrial segments. He said the company’s strong market presence and commitment to delivering value for customers and employees position it well to benefit from favourable industry trends and maintain a competitive edge.
The transaction aligns with ICAP’s broader objective of offering investors access to alternative assets through its publicly listed structure. Over the past year, the firm has successfully completed several profitable exits — including RESA Power in the US and Citykart in India — while deploying capital into new private equity, real estate, and credit investments such as Epipoli in Italy.
