EnerFORGE and Brass Inc. partner to accelerate growth and resilience in the energy sector.
Collaborative infrastructure efforts set the stage to support electrification in the Durham Region and beyond.
EnerFORGE, part of the Oshawa Power Group of Companies, has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to become a minority shareholder in Brass Inc., a turnkey utility solutions organization in the Greater Toronto Area. This marks an early and significant milestone in delivering on the Group’s newly launched 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. EnerFORGE is focused on new partnerships with customers, community, and service delivery companies to enable strategic developments. Partnership with Brass initiates the commitment to delivering on the strategic priority of civil and infrastructure investment, as well as to further industry knowledge, workforce development, and support regional economic growth.
The collaboration between Brass Inc. and EnerFORGE anticipates synergies to expand the value proposition, promote and strengthen customer relationships, and leverage joint capabilities to enable scalable growth. Doug Proska, Managing Director of EnerFORGE (right) will join Adam Riewald, President (left) and Cody Newell, Chief Operating Officer, on the Brass Inc. Board to support in realizing synergies and growth execution.
Brass Inc., widely recognized for its expertise in supporting utilities with General Contracting in hydro, communication and underground solutions, will continue to deliver safe, efficient solutions tailored to meet evolving needs.
Quick Facts
- Oshawa Power Group of Companies Strategic GRID Priorities (Growing Green Energy and Services, Realigning Priorities to Achieve Consistent Stakeholder Value, Investing in Civil & Infrastructure Services and Delivering through a High Performance Environment) outlines a vision to be a trusted partner and leader in the energy sector today and tomorrow.
- Facilitating economic growth is a central theme of Ontario’s Electrification and Energy Transition Panel to prepare for electrification and the energy transition.
- Enhanced planning and development will better meet fast-growing demands from the Integrated Energy Plan.
- EnerFORGE was supported by advisors; MNP Corporate Finance Inc. and Fogler, Rubinoff LLP.
Quotes
“This investment reflects a partnership and commitment to being a trusted partner and a leader in the energy sector, while supporting the Government of Ontario’s efforts to deliver on electrification and expand and deliver more energy projects across the province, recently outlined in the new Integrated Energy Plan.”
– Daniel Arbour, President & CEO, Oshawa Power Group of Companies
“This partnership is about working with the right people to make a meaningful impact. We intend to create lasting relationships built on trust and quality services. The opportunities are there and we intend to meet them head on.”
– Doug Proska, Managing Director, EnerFORGE
“Brass Inc. is a family and legacy business and EnerFORGE has demonstrated they mirror our values. We recognize the market is evolving and this partnership further enables Brass to evolve with it.”
– Adam Riewald, President, Brass Inc.
About EnerFORGE
EnerFORGE focuses on intelligent positioning to provide value to its customers. EnerFORGE develops, owns, and operates infrastructure as well as provides ancillary utility services. EnerFORGE owns and operates electric vehicle chargers, solar, wind, renewable natural gas plant and combined heat and power systems to support decarbonization. EnerFORGE operates one of the largest district energy systems in Ontario for Toronto Community Housing providing cost effective and low carbon energy.
About Brass Inc.
For over two decades, Brass has set the standard for hydro excavation, core drilling, directional drilling, and industrial vacuum services in the greater Toronto area. Utility, telecommunications and manufacturing companies rely on their outstanding safety record and ability to consistently deliver superior results on time and on budget.
