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Blackstone Energy Transition Partners (BETP) has acquired Arlington Industries, a family-owned electrical products supplier based in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Arlington, known for its low-voltage products, caters to the commercial and industrial markets.

The acquisition aligns with BETP's strategy to leverage its extensive portfolio of power and electrical companies to identify revenue synergies. Blackstone aims to further scale Arlington through add-on acquisitions of regional companies in the fragmented electrical market.

The rising demand for electricity, particularly from data centers, is driving interest in power infrastructure suppliers like Arlington. Recent market trends have seen elevated valuations for power service providers, which enhances Blackstone's investment strategy in this sector.