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Northborne Partners Advises NWDLS on its Sale to SPL, a Portfolio Company of Sentinel Capital Partners
Northborne Partners said the deal expands SPL’s laboratory testing platform across 24 locations in the United States.
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Northborne Partners announced it served as the exclusive financial advisor for the sale of North Water District Laboratory Services, Inc. to SPL, a portfolio company of Sentinel Capital Partners.
NWDLS operates as a full-service environmental laboratory provider, offering comprehensive analytical testing services for water, wastewater, soil, and sediment analysis.
Sentinel Capital Partners, a middle-market investment firm, specializes in operational resources, while its portfolio company SPL focuses on energy and measurement services.
Former NWDLS owner Robert McCoy stated the Northborne team provided "thoughtful advice, strong execution," helping achieve a successful outcome for employees.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition positions NWDLS for continued growth within the environmental services sector.