1. Chesapeake Utilities recognized as Best Natural Gas Provider in Delaware. 2. Sharp Energy awarded Best Propane Company for customer satisfaction. 3. Over 44,000 votes were cast in the annual Stars of Delaware awards. 4. Chesapeake Utilities serves over 110,000 customers across Delaware and Maryland. 5. Sharp Energy offers nearly nine million gallons of propane storage.
The consistent recognition for Chesapeake Utilities indicates strong brand trust, potentially enhancing customer loyalty and performance. Historical data shows similar awards have correlated with price increases in customer-centric companies.
The article provides favorable insights into customer satisfaction and operational stability, which usually translates into improved financial performance and could drive stock price increases.
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DOVER, Del., Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, two Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE:CPK) businesses have been recognized as Stars of Delaware, voted on by Daily State News' readers. Chesapeake Utilities, which provides natural gas distribution across much of the Delmarva Peninsula, was named Best Natural Gas/Energy Provider, while Sharp Energy, the corporation's propane distribution subsidiary, was awarded Best Propane Company.
This year's competition drew more than 44,000 votes and nominations from Daily State News readers across nearly 200 award categories, spotlighting the businesses and organizations that Delaware residents trust and value most.
For more than a century, Chesapeake Utilities has delivered safe, reliable and secure natural gas service throughout Delaware and Maryland. With nearly 2,100 miles of natural gas distribution mains, Chesapeake Utilities offers dependable service to more than 110,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. The company's dedication to compliance and service excellence has consistently led to industry recognition.
Additionally, Sharp Energy has built a reputation for customer satisfaction by meeting the individualized needs of customers. Nearly nine million gallons of propane storage allow Sharp Energy to deliver service reliability to its 90,000 residential and commercial propane customers. In addition to serving those customers, Sharp Energy's AutoGas operations provide propane to fuel more than 1,300 vehicles, replacing nearly 3.6 million gallons of gasoline and diesel fuel, and significantly lowering carbon emissions.
"It's an honor to be named Best Natural Gas Provider in Delaware," said Chris Redd, assistant vice president, Northern operations. "This recognition reflects the trust our Delaware customers have placed in us. Each day, we provide energy solutions they can rely on to fuel their homes, businesses and communities."
"Sharp Energy knows that with each delivery we are helping families, businesses and communities flourish, delivering necessary energy to make homes warmer and life more convenient," said Bill Hancock, assistant vice president of propane operations. "Every delivery and every service call are chances to prove that energy can be personal, reliable and responsive."
The Stars of Delaware awards celebrate excellence across industries throughout the state. Winners were announced at a community celebration held at King Cole Farm in Dover, Delaware, featuring live music and a dinner reception.
About Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:CPK). Chesapeake Utilities Corporation offers sustainable energy solutions through its natural gas transmission and distribution, electricity generation and distribution, propane gas distribution, mobile compressed natural gas utility services and solutions and other businesses. For more information, visit www.chpk.com.
About Chesapeake Utilities
Chesapeake Utilities, Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's natural gas distribution operation, serves more than 110,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in Delaware and Maryland, and owns over 2,100 miles of distribution mains. Headquartered in Dover, Delaware, the subsidiary operates the only public natural gas fueling station on the Delmarva Peninsula. For more information about Chesapeake Utilities, visit: chpkgas.com.
About Sharp Energy
Sharp Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation headquartered in Georgetown, Delaware, delivers propane to approximately 85,700 customers across seven states. With multiple rail facilities and nine million gallons of storage, the company maintains a strong supply portfolio. As a partner of Alliance AutoGas, Sharp Energy supports propane autogas solutions including EPA-certified vehicle conversions, fueling infrastructure, fuel supply, training and technical support. Learn more at sharpenergy.com.
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