CAI International, Inc.

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CAI International, Inc. - overview

Established

1989

Location

San Francisco, CA, US

Primary Industry

Logistics & Distribution

About

CAI International, Inc. is a prominent provider of container leasing and sales, facilitating efficient logistics and transportation for global supply chains. CAI International, Inc. focuses on container leasing and sales.


Founded in 1989 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, the company has undergone significant transformations including its recent acquisition in July 2021 by Mitsubishi HC Capital for USD 1. 1 billion. The firm has pioneered initiatives in logistics operations and finance, enhancing its service offerings. The current CEO is Katie McCabe, alongside Timothy Page, who lead the company’s strategic direction.


CAI International specializes in container leasing and sales, providing a comprehensive range of intermodal containers designed for effective goods transport across land, sea, and rail. With a fleet exceeding 4 million TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units), CAI addresses the needs of major shipping lines, container operators, and logistics providers globally, facilitating their supply chain operations through its extensive container solutions. CAI International reported a revenue of USD 294. 01 mn in 2020 and an EBITDA of USD 269.


38 mn for the same year. The company's revenue model is centered on business-to-business transactions, focusing on competitive leasing agreements and sales of containers, which help clients manage costs effectively while ensuring a stable supply of necessary equipment. Following the acquisition by Mitsubishi HC Capital in July 2021, CAI International plans to leverage enhanced global marketing and operational expertise to further its reach. The acquisition is poised to create additional value for clients and stakeholders through MHC’s existing container investments.


The firm is expected to explore new market opportunities and expand its operations in various regions, although specific markets and timelines for such expansions have not yet been disclosed.


Primary Industry

Logistics & Distribution

Sub Industries

Trucking, Freight Transportation Services

Website

www.capps.com

Company Stage

Mature - Buyout

Total Amount Raised

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CAI International, Inc. - financials

Fiscal Year EndedDec 31, 2011Dec 31, 2012Dec 31, 2013Dec 31, 2014Dec 31, 2015Dec 31, 2016Dec 31, 2017Dec 31, 2018Dec 31, 2019Dec 31, 2020
Revenue (USD)125,706,000173,925,000212,405,000227,589,000249,667,000294,354,000348,393,000---
% Revenue Growth (YoY)-38.4%22.1%7.1%9.7%17.9%18.4%---
EBITDA (USD)114,778,000155,280,000180,876,000185,186,000184,381,000162,940,000227,585,000---
Operating Income (USD)78,025,000102,886,000108,685,000103,187,00067,440,00053,286,000111,016,000---
Operating Margin62.1%59.2%51.2%45.3%27.0%18.1%31.9%---
% EBITDA Margin91.3%89.3%85.2%81.4%73.9%55.4%65.3%---
NET Income (USD)50,814,00064,281,00064,520,00060,385,00026,972,0006,034,00072,060,000---
% Net Margin40.4%37.0%30.4%26.5%10.8%2.0%20.7%---

CAI International, Inc. - deals

Deals TypeDeal StatusTarget (s)Deal DateInvestor(s)Seller(s)Deal size (Mn)Enterprise value (Mn)Post-money valuation (Mn)EBITDA multiple (x)Revenue multiple (x)Lead partner (s)
BuyoutAnnouncedCAI International, Inc.-
Add-onCompletedCAI International's railway wagons-

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