Construction Partners, Inc. Completes Florida Acquisition

Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) has acquired the operational assets of GAC Contractors, Inc., including a hot-mix asphalt plant in Panama City, Florida.

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Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) has acquired the operational assets of GAC Contractors, Inc., including a hot-mix asphalt plant in Panama City, Florida. This marks the third acquisition in the Florida panhandle within two years, reinforcing the company's commitment to the region. The acquisition enhances operational resources and capabilities, with over 200 former GAC employees joining the team, which is critical for attracting talent. The company operates across five southeastern states and relies heavily on publicly funded projects.

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• Acquisition enhances operational resources and capabilities in a growing market.
• Increased workforce with over 200 former GAC employees contributing to talent pool.
• Third strategic acquisition in the Florida panhandle, indicating strong market focus.

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Company Enhances Asphalt and Sitework Business in Panhandle

DOTHAN, Ala., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Construction Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROAD) (the "Company"), a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways across five southeastern states, today announced that it has acquired the asphalt, grading and sitework operational assets of GAC Contractors, Inc., including its hot-mix asphalt plant in Panama City, Florida. 

Fred J. (Jule) Smith, III, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Today's transaction represents our third acquisition in the Florida panhandle in the past two years, reflecting our commitment to this dynamic and growing area of the Southeast. The addition of GAC's assets and crews meaningfully enhances our operational resources and capabilities in an existing growth market. At a time when attracting and retaining talent is paramount, we are pleased to welcome more than 200 former GAC employees to our team."

About Construction Partners, Inc.

Construction Partners, Inc. is a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company operating across five southeastern states, with 57 hot-mix asphalt plants, 14 aggregate facilities and one liquid asphalt terminal. Publicly funded projects make up the majority of its business and include local and state roadways, interstate highways, airport runways and bridges. The majority of the Company's public projects are maintenance-related. Private sector projects include paving and sitework for office and industrial parks, shopping centers, local businesses and residential developments. To learn more, visit www.constructionpartners.net.

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Contact:

Rick Black
Dennard Lascar Investor Relations
ROAD@DennardLascar.com
(713) 529-6600

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SOURCE Construction Partners, Inc.

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What assets did Construction Partners acquire from GAC Contractors?

Construction Partners acquired the asphalt, grading, and sitework operational assets, including a hot-mix asphalt plant in Panama City, Florida.

When did the acquisition of GAC Contractors take place?

The acquisition was announced on March 18, 2022.

How does this acquisition impact Construction Partners' operations?

The acquisition enhances operational resources and capabilities in Florida's growing market.

How many employees were added to Construction Partners from GAC Contractors?

Construction Partners welcomed over 200 former GAC employees as part of the acquisition.

How many acquisitions has Construction Partners made in the Florida panhandle?

This is the third acquisition in the Florida panhandle in the past two years.