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Centuri closes J.J. White acquisition, expanding data center and industrial backlog

Jul 20, 2026, 4:07 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Concrete backlog/pipeline figures and >$20M gross profit outlook underpin near-term revenue and margin potential; data-center exposure aligns with high-growth demand, supporting price upside despite integration risks.

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Centuri Holdings completed the J.J. White acquisition, broadening its Riggs Distler unit into data centers and industrial markets. J.J. White brings $315 million in backlog and over $2.8 billion in pipeline, with roughly 1,000 employees (majority union). Centuri projects more than $20 million in annual gross profit from the deal and aims for about 2x leverage by end-2026, signaling near-term revenue visibility and potential margin benefits.

Centuri completes J.J. White acquisition, expanding mechanical and electrical capabilities.
J.J. White backlog $315 million; pipeline opportunities exceed $2.8 billion, including datacenters.
Centuri expects >$20 million gross profit from the deal; targets ~2x leverage by 2026.
Deal strengthens data centers presence and industrial end-markets; prioritizes safety, innovation.

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