Platform·Industrials/Maintenance / Repair / Operations·September 4, 2026
One Equity Partners Invests in Metro East Industries
The Illinois rail services business operates a main campus and six mobile service locations.
BuyerOne Equity Partners
TargetMetro East Industries
SponsorOne Equity Partners
SellerOrtyl family
TypePlatform
IndustryIndustrials
Sub-sectorMaintenance / Repair / Operations
One Equity Partners has invested in Metro East Industries, a provider of railcar and locomotive maintenance and repair services based in Alorton, Illinois. Founded in 1990 by the Ortyl family, the company serves Class I railroads, short-line operators, rail leasing companies, and other owners of rolling stock and locomotives.
Its main campus is supported by six mobile service locations serving customers nationwide. One Equity Partners will work with the family to invest in existing operations and expand the company’s capabilities and service offerings.
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