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Blackstone agrees to buy Dresser Utility Solutions from First Reserve

The deal is the first for the newest Blackstone energy transition fund, aimed at ageing gas and water networks.

M&A News deals deskIndustrials / Utility metering and flow control · United States, Americas6 Jul 2026

Blackstone Energy Transition Partners agreed on 6 July to acquire Dresser Utility Solutions, a maker of measurement, control and repair equipment for gas and water utilities, from First Reserve.

Dresser Utility Solutions website: dresserutility.com

Why Blackstone Energy Transition Partners is buying Dresser Utility Solutions

Blackstone said Dresser's products are foundational to safe and reliable gas and water networks as demands on the grid grow, and it will use its scale to help the company innovate and grow.

“This transaction marks an exciting milestone for Dresser and reflects the exceptional work of our entire team.”David Evans, CEO, Dresser Utility Solutions

Deal terms and financing

Terms were not disclosed.

Regulatory approvals and timing

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions.

Market context

Dresser traces its history to 1880 and helps utilities modernise ageing infrastructure.

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