On September 26th, Ditch Witch of South Texas announced its acquisition of Ditch Witch of Houston, a provider of underground construction and utility equipment solutions in the Greater Houston area. The move is part of Ditch Witch of South Texas' strategy to expand its portfolio and strengthen its presence in the construction and infrastructure markets.
Bluestem Equity, a Houston-based private investment partnership, is the parent company of Ditch Witch of South Texas. Ben Tucker, the Vice President of Business Development at Bluestem, expressed his enthusiasm for the acquisition in a press release, stating, "We are excited about the acquisition of Ditch Witch of Houston. The expanded footprint will allow us to cater to a wider customer base while providing the same service our customers in South Texas have become accustomed to."
Tucker also emphasized the collaboration between the two companies, saying, "We look forward to working closely with the talented team at Ditch Witch of Houston to continue delivering exceptional products and services to our customers."
Ditch Witch of Houston, founded in 1982, has established itself as a reputable provider of Ditch Witch branded products, offering sales, rentals, and servicing of underground construction and utility equipment. Bluestem highlighted the company's decades of experience and commitment to excellence in the press release, stating, "With decades of experience and a commitment to excellence, Ditch Witch of Houston has become synonymous with top-tier equipment, exceptional service, and unparalleled industry expertise."
Bluestem Equity, the parent company of Ditch Witch of South Texas, has been in business since 2021. According to the press release, the firm's main objective is to invest in and grow with exceptional founders and management teams in privately held companies.
Aside from Ditch Witch of South Texas, Bluestem counts CES Power, Conserv Capital, and The Islands of Rockport among its clients, as mentioned on the company's website.
The acquisition of Ditch Witch of Houston marks a significant step for Ditch Witch of South Texas and Bluestem Equity in expanding their presence in the construction and infrastructure markets. With their combined expertise and resources, the companies aim to continue delivering exceptional products and services to their customers.