ST. PAUL, Minn. and BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (Nov. 17, 2021)Growmark and CHS announced the formation of Cooperative Ventures, a new capital fund that will focus on creating advancements in breakthrough technologies for the agriculture industry. The fund will provide differentiated value to startups in the agricultural ecosystem by leveraging the expansive, connected networks, unparalleled access to the farmgate and proven success of the two agricultural cooperatives.

 

J-M Transports is Crystal Flash’s first acquisition outside the state of Michigan & establishes the company’s new Midwest Transportation Office

Tom Olive of Crystal Flash and Barry Jacobson of J-M Transports shake handsGRAND RAPIDS, MI (November 8, 2021) — Crystal Flash Inc., a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based energy distribution company serving residential, commercial and agricultural customers, has acquired J-M Transports Inc. (JMT) of Newark, Illinois.

Sheila RiveraRYE BROOK, NY (November 5, 2021) — Paraco Gas announced that Sheila Rivera has joined Paraco Gas as director of human resources with deep experience in the transportation industry and a track record of establishing high-performing teams and culture as a human resources executive.

DENVER (Nov. 3, 2021) — Offen Petroleum announced that it has completed two separate transactions where it acquired a portfolio of branded motor fuel dealer contracts from Petroleum Management LLC., a motor fuel distributor headquartered in Platteville, CO and certain logistics assets of Pathfinder Transportation LLC, a distributor of propane in Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Offen is a leading independent distributor of motor fuels, propane and lubricants and offers petroleum logistics services in 26 states throughout the Western and Midwestern United States.

HOUSTON (Oct. 27, 2021) — Phillips 66 and Phillips 66 Partners announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for Phillips 66 to acquire all of the publicly held common units representing limited partner interests in the partnership not already owned by Phillips 66 and its affiliates.

MACON, Ga. (Nov. 1, 2021) — The annual Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow series, founded by PSC Vice Chairman Tim Echols, and produced by Event Energy Partners, takes place Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 8:30 a.m. in partnership with Mercer University, College of Engineering. The second of three stops, the Roadshow in Macon is a combined outdoor commercial vehicle showcase and educational seminar that brings together propane, natural gas and electric vehicle manufacturers with fleet managers and elected officials.

FREDERICK, Md. (Oct. 25th, 2021) ThompsonGas LLC headquartered in Frederick, Maryland, announces the acquisition of TruFlame Gas Co., which serves six locations in Georgia.

ThompsonGas is committed to serving the residential, commercial and agricultural customers who have valued the presence and service in the area and the team looks forward to the continued growth in this expanding market for ThompsonGas.

Birmingham, Ala. (Nov. 4, 2021) — Butane-Propane News is pleased to announce a free webinar presented in partnership with Blue Peak Resources

The live, virtual event, “Key Insights Into Propane Mergers and Acquisitions” will take place Nov. 30, 2021, at 1 p.m. ET, and will answer many of the questions propane leadership teams have when planning to sell or acquire a business. 

WHIPPANY, N.J. (Oct. 25, 2021) Agway Energy Services LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Suburban Propane LP announced the extension and continuation of its partnership with the Pittsburgh Penguins for the 2022 season. For over 20 years, Agway Energy has been providing natural gas and electricity supply, and energy-related services to customers in Pennsylvania, Maryland and New York.

FLANDERS, New Jersey (Oct. 21, 2021)ADD Systems, a supplier of software solutions to the convenience store and energy distribution industries, is pleased to announce the promotion of Steve Tymikiw to customer support manager. Tymikiw has been with ADD Systems for over 23 years and brings a wealth of software knowledge, as well as a great deal of experience working directly with ADD clients.