MORRISVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 17, 2026-- 

Continuing its strong push into the Midwest, the JF Group ("JF" or "Company"), a leading provider of fueling system solutions, including equipment distribution, maintenance & repair, installation & construction, and general contracting services across the United States, announced today that it has acquired Midwest Petroleum Equipment ("MPE"). Midwest Petroleum Equipment is a premier full-service petroleum equipment and services company headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, with locations across Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, and Kansas. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Keith Shadrick, CEO of The JF Petroleum Group, stated, "Midwest Petroleum Equipment is one of the most respected and trusted petroleum equipment providers serving commercial, industrial, and agricultural customers across the Midwestern United States. Their commitment to quality, their highly skilled team, and their broad geographic presence makes them an exceptional addition to the JF family. The combination of MPE and JF will give our customers in the heartland access to the resources, technology, and around-the-clock support they need to successfully operate and grow their businesses. We are proud to welcome the employees of Midwest Petroleum Equipment to the JF team."

Barrett Gilmer, Chairman of JF, stated, "This acquisition further demonstrates our commitment to delivering best-in-class, turnkey solutions to customers throughout the entire United States. MPE strengthens our position in the Midwestern U.S. and reinforces JF's standing as the industry's most comprehensive national services, construction and solutions provider."

About Midwest Petroleum Equipment

Midwest Petroleum Equipment is a full-service provider of petroleum equipment and services for commercial, industrial, and agricultural customers throughout the central United States. Headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, MPE operates locations across Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, and Kansas, offering construction and installation, petroleum services, automotive services, testing and compliance, EV charging solutions, and technical training. Known for its commitment to quality and customer service, MPE has built a trusted reputation as a reliable partner for businesses across the region. To learn more, visit mwpetroleum.com.

About The JF Group

The JF Group is the premier provider of turnkey solutions for the fueling infrastructure, emergency power supply and construction industries in the United States. With over 80 years of experience and a workforce of more than 1,900 professionals, the Company operates a nationwide network of 64 branch offices and 7 distribution centers. Its mission centers on being a trusted partner by delivering high-quality, sustainable energy solutions that fulfill critical customer needs.

The Company's operations are organized into four specialized business verticals:

   --  JF Power: Delivers 24/7 service support, including repair, compliance & 
      testing, site monitoring, remote diagnostics, and technical training to 
      ensure operational reliability and regulatory compliance to convenience 
      stores, truck stops, commercial fleets, emergency power fuel systems, and 
      alternative fuels (ethanol, CNG & DEF). 
 
   --  JF Infrastructure: Specializes in building and maintaining the 
      essential systems that support fueling and energy operations including 
      vehicle fleets, facility fuel oil systems, emergency power fuel systems 
      and alternative fuels, as well as complex underground and above-ground 
      storage systems. 
 
   --  JF Distribution: Serves as the nation's largest in-stock supplier of 
      fueling equipment and parts, maintaining an extensive inventory to ensure 
      immediate availability. 
 
   --  JF Construction Services: Operates as a national leader in general 
      contracting and project execution, providing ground-up construction, 
      interior renovations, and specialized petroleum tank installations. 

By integrating these verticals, the JF Group provides a seamless, "start-to-finish" experience--from initial site design and equipment supply to long-term maintenance and rigorous Testing, Inspection, and Compliance $(TIC)$ services. To learn more, visit JFGroup.com.

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March 17, 2026 12:27 ET (16:27 GMT)