Williams forms $3.8B joint venture in Marcellus, Utica shale plays

Williams, an energy infrastructure company headquartered in Oklahoma, recently completed the formation of a $3.8 billion joint venture with the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, according to Oil & Gas 360.

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board will trade $1.33 billion for a 35% ownership in Williams’ pipeline systems, including the Ohio Valley Midstream system in the western Marcellus and the Utica East Ohio Midstream system in the Utica shale play.

Williams will retain a 65% ownership interest and operate the combined business.

Learn more: Oil & Gas 360 > Williams Trades 35% Stake in Pipelines for $1.33 Billion

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