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First Reserve

First Reserve

Stamford, Connecticutfirstreserve.com

Overview

First Reserve is a global private equity firm founded in 1983 that is exclusively focused on investing across the energy, utility, and industrial markets. Since its inception, the firm has raised over $34 billion of aggregate capital and has completed over 750 transactions, including platform investments and add-on acquisitions. The firm's investment strategy covers areas such as infrastructure solutions, specialty services, and engineered products. It has offices in Stamford, CT, and Houston, TX.

Portfolio Companies

14

Investments

First Reserve investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Lindsey Manufacturing Co.Apr 2026Private EquityLead
WGI, Inc.Feb 2026Buyout/LBOLead
Venterra GroupDec 2025VC RoundCo-investor
Venterra GroupOct 2024VC RoundCo-investor
Venterra GroupAug 2023VC RoundCo-investor

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Investment Activity

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersStamford, Connecticut
Year FoundedN/A

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