BlackRock, established in 1988, is a global investment management corporation headquartered in New York City. It offers a wide range of services, including investment management, financial technology, and advisory services, catering to diverse clients such as institutions, intermediaries, and individual investors. BlackRock's investment focus spans multiple asset classes, strategies, sectors, and regions. Its private equity arm, BlackRock Private Equity Partners, founded in 1999, specializes in direct investments and fund of fund investments across various stages and sectors, with a global investment scope.
Portfolio Manager and Director, Natural Resources and Thematic
James Berner
Partner, Global Infrastructure Partners
Paul Braude
Managing Director, Chief Investment Officer and Head, Direct Private Opportunities
Joseph Chalom
Managing Director and Head of Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships
Al DeFurianni
Vice President
Antonio DeSpirito
Managing Director and Global Co-Chief Investment Officer, US Fundamental Equities
Audrey Delorenzo
Vice President
Michael Dennis
Managing Director and Head of Alternatives Strategy and Capital Markets
Sean Dunne
Managing Director
Tim Fenwick
Director
David Giordano
Managing Director and Global Head of Climate Infrastructure
Raja Hussain
Director
Robert S. Kapito
President and Director
Tony Kim
Managing Director and Head of the Global Technology Team
Michael Leitner
Managing Director, Co-head of US Direct Lending and Special Situations
Courtney Lynfield
Vice President, Long Term Private Capital Product Strategy
Keith Mangan
Managing Director, Renewable Power
Nathalie von Niederhausern
Managing Director and Head of EMEA for Private Equity Partners
Persefoni Noulika
Director
Charlie Reid
Managing Director
Jean-Christophe Rey
Managing Director and Head of Private Credit, Alternative Specialists (EMEA)
Spencer Rhodes
Managing Director, Private Markets at BlackRock
Ladell Robbins
Managing Director, Alternative Investors
Jeffrey Rosenberg
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, Systematic Fixed Income
Neeraj Seth
Chief Investment Officer and Head of Asia pacific Fundamental Fixed Income
Scott Snell
Co-head of the US CLO business and Director
Aarthi Sowrirajan
Managing Director and Co-Head of Portfolio Management for BlackRock Impact Opportunities
Paul Taylor
Venture Partner
Martin Torres
Managing Director and Head of the Americas for the Renewable Power Group
Marten Vading
Managing Director
Guillaume Vandewalle
Director Infrastructure Debt EMEA
Zachary Viders
Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, Global Credit Opportunities
Celia Yan
Managing Director and Head of APAC Private Credit
Yan Yang
Managing Director
Past deals in Oil and Gas
DSV
Post in 2024
DSV is a transport and logistics company based in Hedehusene, Denmark, that offers a wide range of transportation services globally, including road, air, sea, and train logistics. Founded in 1976, the company has primarily focused on its European trucking network, as well as airfreight and sea freight forwarding divisions. DSV has experienced significant growth, largely through acquisitions, including the notable purchase of GIL in 2021, which enhanced its revenue diversity and expanded its presence in key regions like the Middle East. This strategic growth has positioned DSV among the top three largest third-party logistics firms worldwide.
Saudi Bahrain Pipeline Company
Secondary Market in 2024
Saudi Bahrain Pipeline is a pipeline transports crude oil.
Insight M
Series D in 2024
Insight M specializes in aerial monitoring technology designed for methane detection within the energy sector. The company utilizes a combination of physical science expertise and advanced data analytics to conduct extensive surveys, producing digital maps using optical and infrared wavelengths. This technology enables the scanning of pipelines and vast areas to pinpoint significant sources of gas loss. Insight M made a notable advancement in 2019 by completing the first basin-wide aerial survey for methane detection in the Permian Basin. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to enhance operational efficiency and safety in the oil and gas industry by providing critical data on methane emissions and infrastructure integrity.
Validere
Series B in 2022
Validere Technologies Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing critical information about liquids through innovative measurement, reporting, and verification solutions. Founded in 2015, Validere develops portable devices, including the Validere Identifier, which assesses the hazardous nature of liquids by referencing a comprehensive library. Additionally, the company offers EDGE Connect, a platform that facilitates secure connections between buyers and sellers, enabling the discovery of arbitrage opportunities. Validere's main focus is on liquid fingerprinting, industrial process monitoring, and optimizing logistics within the energy sector. By delivering accessible and verifiable testing data, Validere aids organizations in making informed business decisions and enhances the accuracy of crude oil testing, ensuring accountability and quality across operations. The company's expertise in emissions management and tracking further positions it as a valuable partner for energy companies seeking to improve their financial and environmental performance.
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
Private Equity Round in 2019
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is a major player in the oil and gas industry, involved in a wide range of activities including exploration, production, refining, and distribution of oil and gas products. The company has established numerous subsidiaries and integrated operations across various sectors such as chemicals, petrochemicals, and maritime transportation. ADNOC Drilling Company, a key subsidiary, specializes in providing drilling services and associated marine equipment, along with the leasing of onshore and offshore drilling rigs. Its operational segments include Onshore, Offshore Jack-up, Offshore Island, and OilField Service, with the Onshore segment generating the highest revenue. Through its comprehensive approach, ADNOC aims to enhance efficiency and sustainability in the energy sector while meeting global demand.
OTV Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2018
OTV Holdings LLC is a special purpose vehicle created for the sole purpose to acquire Tidewater Transportation & Terminals.
Glass Mountain Pipeline
Acquisition in 2017
Glass Mountain LLC owns and builds a crude oil pipelines. Glass Mountain is a fully integrated, multi-play crude transportation system in Oklahoma, which services the STACK/Merge, Granite Wash and Mississippi Lime plays and delivers crude oil to one million barrels of GMP-owned storage at Cushing, Oklahoma. GMP completed construction of the original, approximately 215-mile system and began commercial operations
Pacific Canbriam Energy
Private Equity Round in 2017
Pacific Canbriam Energy Inc. is an exploration and production company based in Calgary, Canada, focused on the development of natural gas resources in the Altares Montney region of Northeast British Columbia. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in extracting over-pressured, liquids-rich natural gas from the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. Pacific Canbriam Energy has established a reputation for identifying scalable, low-cost supply sources within the Montney formation, which is recognized as a world-class resource. The company emphasizes a collaborative culture among its executive team, combining extensive experience in unconventional resource play development with an integrated approach to operations. By prioritizing teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, Pacific Canbriam Energy aims to operate safely and responsibly while delivering high-quality natural gas hydrocarbons.
Venari Resources
Private Equity Round in 2014
Venari Resources, LLC is a privately held company based in Houston, Texas, with an additional office in Dallas. Founded in 2012, it specializes in offshore oil exploration and production, primarily in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The company focuses on the subsalt region of this basin, which is known for its abundant natural resources and significant opportunities for value creation. As a recognized non-operating partner in the industry, Venari Resources boasts a team of experienced professionals, including leaders, explorationists, engineers, and commercial specialists, who have collaborated extensively for over a decade. Their combined expertise positions Venari as a credible player in the evolving landscape of oil exploration and production in the Gulf.
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