Blackstone and Arlington Industries said they have entered into a definitive agreement for funds managed by Blackstone Energy Transition Partners to acquire Arlington, a U.S. designer and manufacturer of electrical products.
Arlington, founded in 1949, produces fittings, enclosures, and other electrical components used across commercial, industrial, and data center facilities. The companies positioned the deal as a play on accelerating electrification trends and rising demand from electrical distributors and contractors.
Arlington President Tom Gretz said the partnership is expected to support continued product innovation and reliability for electrical contractors, while Arlington Board Chairman Betty Stark described the transaction as a new chapter that should open additional opportunities for employees, customers, and representatives.
Blackstone Energy Transition Partners Senior Managing Director Bilal Khan and Managing Director Mark Zhu said Arlington has built a reputation for high quality and innovative products, and that Blackstone’s scale and global network will support expansion of Arlington’s offerings and long-term growth.
The acquisition adds to a string of recent transactions announced by Blackstone Energy Transition Partners tied to electrification and energy transition themes, including investments cited by the firm such as Alliance Technical Group, Maclean Power Systems, Wolf Summit Energy, Hill Top Energy Center, Shermco, Enverus, Lancium, and Westwood.
Financial terms were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions. UBS Investment Bank served as financial advisor to Arlington, and Sullivan & Cromwell served as legal advisor.
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“We are thrilled to be entering into this new partnership between Arlington and Blackstone. With support from Blackstone, we will continue to deliver innovative and dependable solutions to electrical contractors. I am incredibly proud of what our team has built and excited about the next phase of growth.”
Tom Gretz, President of Arlington
“This transaction with Blackstone marks an exciting new chapter for Arlington. Blackstone will be a terrific steward of the company and will unlock new opportunities for Arlington’s employees, customers and representatives.”
Betty (Elizabeth) Stark, Chairman of Arlington’s Board
“Arlington has built an excellent reputation for its high quality and innovative products delivering market leading solutions for its diverse customer base. Together with Blackstone’s scale, resources and global network, we look forward to further expanding Arlington’s product offerings and supporting the company’s track record of innovation and long-term growth.”
Bilal Khan, Senior Managing Director, and Mark Zhu, Managing Director, Blackstone Energy Transition Partners
