Energy Distribution Partners (EDP) Acquires Preferred Propane
November 21, 2025
Energy Distribution Partners (EDP), a multi-state retail propane marketer, has acquired Preferred Propane (Preferred Energy Group) of Vernon, Connecticut. Blue Peak Resources advised the Violette family on the sale; the family will retain and continue operating their HVAC business, which was not part of the transaction.
- Buyers
- Energy Distribution Partners (EDP)
- Targets
- Preferred Propane (Preferred Energy Group)
- Sellers
- Roland Violette Jr. / Violette family (owners of Preferred Propane)
- Industry
- Energy
- Location
- Connecticut, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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