Aventia Acquires Bryant Hammett & Associates to Boost Infrastructure Reach

Aventia, which launched under the Bernhard Capital umbrella in 2022, aims to leverage this move to deepen its technical bench and expand its public sector footprint. BHA has maintained a consistent presence in Central and Gulf South Louisiana since 1984, operating out of offices in Ferriday, Harahan, Belle Chasse, and Baton Rouge. By absorbing BHA’s staff, Aventia adds critical infrastructure capabilities to a workforce that already exceeds 400 professionals.

Dirk Applegate, CEO of Aventia, noted that the integration of BHA’s public sector relationships provides a strategic advantage for the firm’s national expansion. Bryant Hammett Jr., who led the firm as its sole proprietor, cited the partnership as a way to scale operations while maintaining the localized service model that has defined the company’s history. For Bernhard Capital, the deal represents a continuation of their strategy to build market-leading platforms within essential infrastructure sectors, currently managing over $6 billion in assets.