NuCO2 Inc., a Stuart, Fla.-based provider of beverage-grade carbon dioxide, has filed for a $200 million IPO. It plans to trade on the NYSE under ticker symbol NUCO, with UBS Investment Bank serving as lead underwriter.
Aurora Capital Group took NuCO2 private in May 2008 for $487 million, and is majority shareholder. Northwestern Mutual Capital Mezzanine Fund also holds an ownership position. www.nuco2.com