New York, NY – March 6^th, 2009 – Aleutian Capital Group is pleased to announce the recent closings of two separate transactions by clients of its Aleutian Acquisition Services division, despite the challenging merger deal environment.

Blackford Capital LLC acquired Amtech Corporation of Yakima, Washington. Amtech is a designer and manufacturer of high quality fiberglass and vacuum formed products suitable for a wide range of applications. Recognized as one of the fastest growing and most innovative small businesses in the State of Washington, the company’s products are distributed to clients in military and commercial markets. In addition to its build-to-print manufacturing of custom parts and assemblies for transportation, recreational vehicle, and construction equipment markets, Amtech has several lines of proprietary products including Mobile Advantage® meal delivery vehicles; Military Helmet Hardtop® shelters, trailer tops, and short cargo bed covers; and LAVTEC® seamless bathroom modules. Amtech is an ISO 9001:2000 certified company.