TRAVELERS REST, S.C. – November 13, 2026 - DEECO Metals Acquisition Corporation (“DEECO Acquisition”) has completed the acquisition of DEECO Metals, a supplier of custom-engineered metal shapes, precision components and assemblies to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across North America. DEECO Acquisition is controlled by Westbridge Capital Ltd., a Canadian private equity firm (“Westbridge Capital”) and DEECO Metals will serve as a new platform investment for Westbridge Capital.
Founded in New Jersey in 1987 by Desmond Sinclair, DEECO Metals has grown from a small metals supplier into a trusted source of precision-engineered metal products for manufacturers throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Its parts are used in products and systems ranging from elevators, architectural hardware, doors and locks to electrical equipment, industrial machinery and water and gas metering.
Specializing in custom shapes and components made from aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, nickel silver, steel and stainless steel, DEECO Metals serves customers across elevator manufacturing, architecture, construction, oil and gas, fire protection, water treatment, telecommunications, agriculture and marine.
In recent years, DEECO Metals has expanded its product range, entered new markets and strengthened its technical sales team. It has also added cutting and finishing capabilities at its South Carolina facility to meet more complex customer needs.
These services are supported by a global network of qualified manufacturing partners and U.S. warehousing, inventory programs and just-in-time delivery, helping customers receive the parts they need when they need them.
“For nearly four decades, DEECO Metals has earned the trust of manufacturers that cannot compromise on quality or reliability,” said Mike Meekins, President of Westbridge Capital. “The company has a loyal customer base, an experienced team and significant opportunities for growth. We are pleased to support the next chapter of its development.”
“I am extremely proud of what our team has accomplished over nearly 40 years and of the long-standing relationships we have developed with our customers and manufacturing partners,” said Desmond Sinclair, Founder of DEECO Metals. “Westbridge Capital recognizes the strengths that have made DEECO Metals successful, including our experienced employees, technical expertise, global sourcing capabilities and commitment to customer service. I am confident that this partnership will provide an excellent foundation for continued growth and new opportunities for our employees, customers and suppliers.”
DEECO Metals will continue to operate under its established name from its Travelers Rest headquarters, maintaining its commitment to customer service, product quality and reliable delivery.
About DEECO Metals
DEECO Metals is a supplier of custom-engineered metal shapes, precision components, finished parts and assemblies. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, DEECO Metals specializes in custom extruded and drawn shapes, castings, forgings and machined components, as well as stamped and metal injection molded parts, produced through its network of qualified global manufacturing partners. The company supports OEMs, machine shops, architectural firms, elevator companies and industrial buyers throughout North America through global sourcing, technical support, its 30,000-square-foot Travelers Rest facility, inventory programs and just-in-time delivery. To learn more, visit https://www.deecometals.com
About Westbridge Capital Ltd.
Westbridge Capital Ltd. is a Canadian private equity firm that is focused on acquiring stable, profitable businesses with long operating histories and strong management teams. The firm often structures transactions to maintain significant ownership for existing management, ensuring long-term alignment of interests, and partners with teams to sustain stability, support growth and enhance operations through its network of experienced professionals. To learn more, visit www.westbridgecapital.ca
About Westbridge Capital Partners Income Trust
Westbridge Capital Partners Income Trust is a Canadian-domiciled mutual fund trust managed by Westbridge Capital Ltd. The fund provides high-yield loans to mature operating companies and distributes the associated income to investors through monthly distributions.
