Headquartered in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Safety Marking Company (SMC) is one of the largest independent road marking suppliers in the United States, with operations in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island.
SMC’s products and services include speed bump installation, deep road markings, high-pressure water jetting (for removing old markings), airport markings, thermoplastic and epoxy pavement markings, and parking lot markings. The company’s numerous clients include state governments, municipalities, airports, and private companies such as the New Jersey Port Authority, the Connecticut Department of Transportation, the New York State Department of Transportation, and the Westchester County Department of Public Works.
SMC was founded and has been managed by Mark Kelly since 1973. Following the transaction, Mr. Kelly will become a partner in Highview, retain his stake in the company, and continue to serve as its president.
”Safety Marking has been a trusted partner in the North East road safety industry for 50 years, and I’m incredibly proud of our successful corporate culture and team,” said Mr. Kelly. “This partnership positions us well for future growth, and we look forward to working alongside the Highview team.”
”We are thrilled to partner with the SMC team and support their continued expansion,” said P.J. Gilbert, managing director of Highview. “Mark has built a best-in-class operating system and an impeccable reputation, and we look forward to investing in their next phase of growth.”
Los Angeles-based Highview Capital invests $20 million to $125 million in companies with annual revenues of $50 million to $500 million and EBITDA of $5 million to $50 million. Highview’s investment portfolio is broad and rarely limited to any specific industry. The company is financed by a $500 million permanent fund and is backed by Los Angeles-based investment firm Karlin Asset Management.
Post time: Oct-30-2025