Construction Partners expands vertically with Asphalt Express acquisition
Aug 31, 2026, 8:04 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The acquisition enhances CPI's control over essential raw materials and transportation, potentially lowering costs and improving margins over the long term. Historically, similar downstream integrations can lift margins and stabilize supply, though near-term terms and integration costs introduce execution risk.
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Construction Partners, Inc. (ROAD) announced the acquisition of Asphalt Express Enterprises, expanding its liquid asphalt supply and transportation capabilities in Oklahoma and northern Texas. The Ardmore rail-served site is expected to become a liquid asphalt terminal, reinforcing CPI's vertical integration and logistical flexibility in the region, with potential long-term margin and supply-chain benefits.
CPI acquires Asphalt Express, expanding liquid asphalt supply. Ardmore rail-served site may host a future terminal.
The deal strengthens CPI's Oklahoma/Texas operations and logistics, boosting vertical integration.
Asphalt Express's Ardmore site serves as a potential base for a regional liquid asphalt terminal.
Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed; forward-looking statements accompany the press release.
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