UGI Utilities, Inc. (UGI Utilities), a wholly owned subsidiary of UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI), today announced a definitive agreement to sell its Electric Division to funds managed by Argo Infrastructure Partners LP (Argo), a well-established mid-market manager of essential infrastructure and utility assets.
The purchase price is approximately $470 million with working capital adjustments. After-tax proceeds will be used to reduce UGI debt and for general corporate purposes, strengthening UGI's balance sheet and providing greater financial flexibility. The transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of calendar year 2027, subject to customary closing conditions and applicable regulatory approvals.
UGI Utilities’ Electric Division’s assets include approximately 2,700 miles of transmission and distribution lines and 14 substations in Pennsylvania’s Luzerne and Wyoming counties that serve more than 63,000 customers. Its experienced local leadership team, strong operational, safety and customer service track record, and presence in a constructive regulatory environment make it well-positioned to continue positively supporting the customers and businesses it serves post-acquisition.
“This transaction, which has an attractive valuation, reflects our focus on areas where UGI has the greatest competitive advantage,” said Robert Flexon, UGI President and Chief Executive Officer. “It enables us to deliver stronger, more consistent returns for our shareholders.”
“We are pleased to partner again on our second transaction with UGI in 12 months, and we are looking forward to supporting the growth of this important electric utility,” said Jason Zibarras, Managing Partner of Argo. “This acquisition represents Argo’s fourth utility investment in Pennsylvania. Consistent with our past successes, we continue to focus on deploying capital in the compelling mid-market infrastructure space.”
Argo brings a proven track record in investing in and managing essential infrastructure assets, utilities and businesses, maintaining reliability, customer service and supporting the communities they serve. Since 2013, Argo has invested billions in high-quality, essential infrastructure across contracted, regulated, concessioned and energy transition supporting businesses. Argo’s managed investments currently include five regulated energy utilities serving over 700,000 U.S. customers, two electric transmission systems, and an energy storage network.
“This is a high-quality, regulated, electric-only utility with a track record of exceptional customer service and reliability driven by experienced local teams. Argo’s investment approach will build on that foundation with long-term capital,” said Richard Klapow, Managing Director of Argo.
For UGI Utilities electric customers, there will be no disruption to service.
“As this business begins its next chapter of successful operations under Argo's ownership, I want to highlight the exceptional people of UGI’s Electric Division, whose skill, dedication, and care for customers define the organization,” said Hans Bell, President of UGI Utilities. “The Electric Division has been a proud part of UGI Utilities for more than a century, and that legacy is a testament to the remarkable men and women who have built it — through every storm, every challenge, and every advancement in our industry.”
Advisors
PJT Partners acted as exclusive financial advisor to UGI Corporation and Baker Botts L.L.P. acted as its legal counsel.
Truist Securities acted as exclusive financial advisor and King & Spalding LLP acted as legal counsel for Argo. Edelman Smithfield acted as financial communications advisor for Argo.
