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Platform·Technology/Software·July 30, 2026

Blackstone Energy Transition Partners acquires DarkVision Technologies

The technology is deployed across pipelines, storage tanks, and pressure vessels to detect flaws and corrosion in critical infrastructure.

Takeaways

  • DarkVision Technologies is a advanced ultrasound imaging technologies for industrial infrastructure inspection.
  • Blackstone Energy Transition Partners is acquiring DarkVision Technologies with backing from Blackstone.
  • The business serves critical industrial infrastructure.
BuyerBlackstone Energy Transition Partners
TargetDarkVision Technologies
SponsorBlackstone
SellerKoch Engineered Solutions
TypePlatform
IndustryTechnology
Sub-sectorSoftware

Blackstone Energy Transition Partners acquired DarkVision Technologies Inc., a developer of high-resolution ultrasound imaging systems for non-destructive inspection of critical industrial infrastructure, from Koch Engineered Solutions.

The company's technology is deployed across pipelines, storage tanks, and pressure vessels to detect flaws and corrosion, safeguarding energy and industrial assets.

The deal follows Blackstone Energy Transition Partners' acquisition of Dresser Utility Solutions earlier in July, establishing DarkVision as its second platform investment.

Kirkland & Ellis advised Blackstone on the transaction.