ThompsonGas Acquires Fourth Missouri Retail Propane Provider

(May 2, 2018) – ThompsonGas (Frederick, Md.) has acquired J.I. Banker Gas Service Inc., a propane provider in northwest Missouri. Details of the transaction were not released. The deal marks the second acquisition for ThompsonGas this year and its fourth in Missouri. J.I. Banker Gas Service has operated in northwest Missouri for more than 70 years and serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

“The Wahlert family has built a company through three generations with strong values and a commitment to customer service,” said Derek Ashmore, ThompsonGas regional vice president. “The opportunity to carry on this legacy is truly an honor, and we are excited to have John, Craig, and Liz Wahler join our team.” “The strong communities in Missouri make it an excellent place to do business,” said George Koloroutis, CEO of ThompsonGas. “The entire team at ThompsonGas is looking forward to expanding our investment in the region and provide our customers with the best products and services available on the market.” “We are happy to continue our expansion into Missouri and the Midwest as a whole,” added Ashmore.

“This acquisition will allow us to strengthen our service offering to customers to include better efficiencies, enhanced fuel ordering technology, and a better overall value for our newly acquired customers.” The J.I. Banker Gas Service acquisition strengthens ThompsonGas’ footprint by expanding its presence nationwide. The company now serves more than 130,000 customers in 18 states.

Family owned and operated since 1946, ThompsonGas provides propane services to more than 130,000 residential and commercial customers across 18 states. ThompsonGas continues to operate under the business principles of trust and service and attributes these values as the reason for their record growth. ThompsonGas is currently one of the top 15 propane companies in the U.S. For more information, visit ThompsonGas.com.

Founded in 1948 and celebrating over 70 years of serving communities in Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas, J. I. Banker Gas Service is a one-stop-shop for propane and related appliances and services.