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Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Cetane Associates has promoted Trey Brasseaux to vice president, recognizing his financial expertise, leadership and positive impact since joining the firm in 2023.
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Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Paraco Gas acquired Consumers Propane, a full-service fuel provider with over a century of history, on Jan. 6, 2025.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Star Group, L.P. has acquired 105-year-old Allen’s Oil & Propane, with Cetane Associates advising the transaction.
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Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Cetane Associates has promoted Tara McCauley to director of marketing, recognizing her six years of diverse contributions and leadership in marketing, advertising and administration.
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Wednesday, December 4, 2024
ShepGas, LLC has acquired Carolina Gas Co., LLC, marking a major transition for the Mt. Pleasant, SC-based propane business founded by Steve and Wanda McDuffie. Cetane Associates advised on the transaction, ensuring Carolina Gas customers will continue receiving exceptional service under ShepGas's ownership.
Friday, November 15, 2024
Santa Energy, based in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has acquired West Oil Company of North Adams, Massachusetts, marking a significant milestone for both family-operated businesses. Cetane Associates facilitated the transaction, ensuring a seamless transition that honors West Oil’s legacy of reliable service since 1949.
Friday, October 25, 2024
Cetane Associates facilitated the acquisition of Hart & Iliff Fuel and Energy Systems by NRG Heat & Power LLC, which closed on Oct. 1, 2024. The sale marks a new chapter for Hart & Iliff, a company with over 130 years of history, as NRG commits to continuing its legacy of exceptional customer service.
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Martin Oil Company has acquired Barnes Petroleum Products, expanding its footprint in Claysburg, Pennsylvania, with the transaction closing on Sept. 30, 2024. Cetane Associates advised Barnes Petroleum throughout the sale process, ensuring a smooth transition, while both companies expressed excitement about continuing to deliver excellent service to customers.
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Friday, September 27, 2024
Guttman Energy, Inc. and Source One Transportation have acquired Weaver Energy, Inc., a long-standing fuel distribution business in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Cetane Associates facilitated the transaction, providing advisory services, with Shane Weaver praising their guidance throughout the sale process.
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Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Cetane Associates announces that SOS Xtreme Comfort has acquired the propane, distillates and HVAC business of Spiegel Corp. Jeffrey Spiegel becomes the principal owner, continuing the family legacy since 1934.
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
NEW MILFORD, Conn. — May 22, 2024 — Cetane Associates has announced that an undisclosed buyer has acquired the propane assets related to Shoshone Propane Inc. (“Shoshone Propane”), a full-service propane business located in Pahrump, Nevada. The transaction closed on May 2, 2024.
Thursday, April 25, 2024
NEW MILFORD, Conn. — April 25, 2024 — Cetane Associates is pleased to announce that Whitney Parsley has joined its financial advisory firm as an associate, effective April 15, 2024. Parsley provides paralegal support to the firm’s M&A deal execution team. She will be based at Cetane’s Houston, Texas office.
Thursday, March 7, 2024
New Milford, Conn. (March 7, 2024) — Cetane Associates announced that Don Smith has joined its financial advisory firm as director, effective March 1. With close to four decades of M&A expertise, Smith has successfully closed over 700 business transactions.
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