Polycorp, a portfolio company of Arsenal Capital Partners, has acquired Iron Horse Engineering Co., a rail-industry specialist known for inventing the original rail boot and for its embedded track technologies, as Polycorp looks to expand its rail product lineup and engineering capabilities.
The companies said the combination brings together complementary technologies and rail product portfolios while expanding geographic reach and customer support. Polycorp plans to integrate Iron Horse’s embedded track expertise and in-house engineering resources with its own elastomer-based offerings to deliver more comprehensive solutions across light- and heavy-rail applications worldwide.
Iron Horse, founded in 1987, has built its reputation on durable, field-proven products that lower total lifecycle costs for rail projects. Polycorp, which serves multiple end markets including aerospace, defense, energy, mineral processing, and rail, said the deal strengthens its ability to support rail customers with broader design, project support, and service resources.
Polycorp said operations and service agreements will continue without interruption and that customers, partners, and employees should expect a seamless transition.
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“This acquisition marks an important milestone for Polycorp. By bringing together our technologies, product portfolios, and customer partnerships, we are strengthening our commitment to the rail industry and advancing our shared legacy of innovation across both light and heavy rail applications.”
Andrew Thompson, CEO, Polycorp
“This new chapter represents a significant opportunity for our team and our rail clients. We are proud to join Polycorp and look forward to delivering even greater value through our combined capabilities.”
Tracie Roberts, CEO, Iron Horse Engineering
