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American Capital Invests $28 Million in Roadrunner Dawes Combination

Bethesda, MD - June 28, 2005 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has invested $28 million to partially finance the merger of Roadrunner Freight Systems Inc. and Dawes Transport Inc. The combined entity, Roadrunner Dawes Inc., is a leading non-asset based, less-than-truckload ("LTL") transportation provider. American Capital's investment takes the form of senior subordinated debt and voting and non-voting common equity. LaSalle Bank, M&I Bank and US Bank are providing a revolving credit facility and investing in senior term debt. Sankaty Advisors is investing in senior subordinated debt and equity. Eos Partners is also investing in equity. Thayer Capital Partners is the majority owner. Post close, American Capital owns approximately 12% of Roadrunner Dawes on a fully diluted basis. More...

American Capital Realizes $30 Million in Gains from Four Exits

Bethesda, MD - May 3, 2005 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today that it has received total proceeds of $68 million from exits of four portfolio companies, realizing a total gain of $30 million. More...

American Capital Receives Proceeds of $31 Million from Three Exits

Bethesda, MD - September 10, 2004 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has received prepayments of debt investments of $25 million by two portfolio companies, realizing $1.2 million in gains. American Capital also announced that it has completely exited another portfolio company, receiving $6 million in repayments and realizing a $7.3 million loss on its investment, which had previously been depreciated and on non-accrual status. More...

American Capital Invests $33 Million in Buyout of Transportation Services Company

Bethesda, MD - July 30, 2003 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has invested $33 million in the acquisition of Roadrunner Freight Systems Inc., a transportation services company based in Milwaukee, WI. American Capital's investment takes the form of senior and junior subordinated debt with warrants and common equity. LaSalle Bank N.A. provided a revolving credit facility and senior term loan. Following the transaction, on a fully-diluted basis American Capital will have 75% ownership while management will retain 25% of the company. More...

Roadrunner's on the Road to Success

Zipping through the fast lane, Milwaukee, WI-based Roadrunner Freight Systems Inc. is on the road to continued success in the U.S. for-hire commercial ground transportation industry. Known for its ability to provide superior service through quick and safe freight delivery, Roadrunner's differentiated business model makes it an attractive alternative to traditional national less-than-truckload ("LTL") providers. More...