Tiger Infrastructure Partners made a growth capital investment in Raptor Waste Solutions, an integrated waste logistics infrastructure platform in the Greater Kansas City area.
Raptor is led by founders Shawn Polowniak and Kit Starr, and currently operates two transfer stations and a hauler operation. Alongside Tiger Infrastructure, Shawn and Kit will retain a significant equity stake in the company.
“Shawn and Kit’s vision to bring innovative solutions to a critical infrastructure industry aligns with our DNA as a first mover in growth infrastructure. We have been impressed by Raptor and the success they’ve had in delivering best-in-class services, reducing truck turnaround times and driving significant cost savings and operational efficiencies for customers,” Emil W. Henry, Jr., founder, CEO and chief information officer of Tiger Infrastructure, said.
Shawn Polowniak, CEO of Raptor, said, “We are thrilled to partner with Tiger Infrastructure in our next phase of growth. We believe our culture, centered around our unwavering commitment to speed, efficiency, reliability and safety, alongside Tiger Infrastructure’s focus on growth are the pillars to success. This partnership is about fueling our growth engine and delivering for our employees, customers and community. Our team is incredibly excited for our next chapter ahead.”
Tiger Infrastructure’s investment will enable Raptor to accelerate growth by building new Raptor transfer stations, expanding hauling operations, investing in human capital and upgrading technology to enhance operations in its core and adjacent markets.
Kit Starr, chief operating officer of Raptor, said, “Our success to date has been made possible by the dedication of the entire team at Raptor, and we look forward to working with Tiger Infrastructure to execute the many growth initiatives we have in front of us.”
Joe Clemente, managing director at Tiger Infrastructure, said, “Raptor delivers an essential service through its strategically located network of assets that are underpinned by significant barriers to entry and a differentiated value proposition. We believe the company is well-positioned to capture outsized growth from rising waste volumes and long-term industry tailwinds as landfill capacity declines and disposal shifts away from population centers.”
Kingston Capital Management also participated in the investment round and Josh Packwood, president of Kingston, will join the board.
Latham & Watkins served as legal advisor and Raymond James served as financial advisor to Tiger Infrastructure. Polsinelli Law Firm served as legal advisor to Raptor.
