Halifax, Nova Scotia - November 2, 2026 - SeaFort Capital Inc. (“SeaFort”) is pleased to announce that it has completed the sale of A.W. Leil Cranes & Equipment (“A.W. Leil” or the “Company”) to Membertou Development Corporation (“Membertou”). Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, A.W. Leil is an Atlantic Canadian leader in crane rentals, heavy lifting, specialized transportation and equipment services.
Rob Normandeau, Managing Partner & President of SeaFort, said “A.W. Leil was SeaFort’s inaugural investment, and we are proud of what the Company has achieved. Under SeaFort’s ownership the business has doubled in size and established a leading market position in Atlantic Canada. Under Ryan Long’s leadership A.W. Leil has delivered best-in-class operating performance and strategically invested in its equipment fleet in order to better serve its customers. Membertou will be excellent owners of A.W. Leil, and will undoubtedly provide significant opportunities for the Company’s employees.”
The sale of A.W. Leil represents SeaFort’s second exit from Fund I following the sale of Jardine Transport Group in August, 2026.
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SeaFort Capital
Rob Normandeau, Managing Partner and President
Email: rnormandeau@seafortcapital.com
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