On August 22, 2003, an investor group led by Hampshire Equity Partners acquired the assets of Acton Mobile Industries, Inc. (“Acton”), a leading lessor of mobile offices and portable classrooms in the United States.  In addition to Hampshire, the investor group includes Delaplaine Trust Holding Co., LLC and Barry Gossett, a thirty year industry veteran, who will serve as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of New Acton Mobile Industries LLC (“New Acton” or the “Company”).

Founded in 1968, New Acton is the fifth largest lessor of mobile offices in the U.S. and an industry leader in the provision of high quality, low cost mobile and modular space.  New Acton’s acquired fleet of standard units will meet a variety of applications for a broad base of customers, including construction and development companies, commercial and industrial businesses, public and private schools, state and local governments and healthcare companies.  New Acton operates 15 branches in 11 states in the Southeast, Northeast, and Midwest U.S.

New Acton plans to enhance its position in the industry by offering high quality, low cost mobile and modular space combined with outstanding customer service.

Contact: Contact: Gregory Flynn, Managing Partner, Hampshire Equity Partners (212) 453-1533.