Oil and Gas M&A Advisory

Expert advisory services for energy sector transactions that reshape the industry landscape and deliver sustainable shareholder returns.

Expert M&A Services for the Energy Sector’s Most Complex Transactions

The oil and gas industry faces unprecedented consolidation pressure as market dynamics force stronger players to acquire strategic assets while weaker companies struggle with capital discipline. With the sector’s top 50 players shrinking to just 40 major operators, energy companies need specialized expertise to navigate complex transactions worth billions. Our advisory team understands the rigorous due diligence standards, cultural integration challenges, and operational efficiencies required for successful deals in today’s competitive environment.

Why Choose Our Oil and Gas M&A Expertise?

Navigate the energy sector’s most demanding transactions with advisors who understand both traditional oil and gas operations and the ongoing energy transition.

• Proven Track Record with $105+ Billion in Deal Value – Successfully advised on upstream oil and gas M&A advisory representing 86% of strategic acquisitions over $1 billion, including megadeals comparable to Diamondback Energy and Occidental Petroleum transactions

• Deep Sector Knowledge Across All Assets – Specialized experience in Permian Basin consolidation, Bakken shale development, offshore production, midstream deals, and natural gas infrastructure that drives operational efficiencies

• AI-Powered Due Diligence Capabilities – Advanced technology integration for rapid portfolio analysis, supplier contract review, and synergy identification that exceeds industry standards by 95%

• Integration Planning Excellence – Early engagement strategies that address IT systems, supply chains, and cultural alignment to preserve deal value and improve cash flows throughout the transaction lifecycle

• Energy Transition Expertise – Strategic guidance for companies balancing traditional oil and gas assets with renewable energy opportunities, data centers, and emerging technologies

With energy companies facing intense pressure from private equity buyers and strategic alliances, our advisory approach delivers the comprehensive support needed for successful deal making in today’s market.

How Our Oil and Gas M&A Process Works

Transform complex energy transactions into strategic value creation through our proven methodology designed for the sector’s unique challenges.

Step 1: Strategic Pipeline Management Proactive strategic planning and target identification before market shifts impact valuations. Our team leverages informal CEO networks and industry connections to identify opportunities beyond traditional investment bank processes, focusing on assets that enhance production growth and capital discipline.

Step 2: Enhanced Due Diligence AI-powered analysis of portfolios, contracts, and synergy potential with standards 95% higher than traditional approaches. We evaluate everything from reserve quality and operational efficiencies to regulatory compliance and environmental considerations, ensuring buyers understand true asset value.

Step 3: Pre-Close Integration Planning Early integration team engagement covering IT systems, supply chains, and operational models before deal closure. This approach addresses the cultural integration challenges that can erode deal value for years, particularly critical when combining different operational philosophies and performance review systems.

Step 4: Transaction Execution & Regulatory Navigation Expert guidance through complex deal structures, pricing negotiations, and regulatory approvals including FTC anti-competitive reviews. Our team manages everything from financing arrangements to stakeholder communications throughout the transaction timeline.

Step 5: Post-Close Value Optimization Capabilities transfer and reverse synergies implementation to maximize operational efficiencies and shareholder returns. We continue supporting clients through integration challenges to ensure projected synergies are realized and sustained.

What Makes Our Approach Different?

Specialized expertise that addresses the unique complexities of oil and gas transactions in an evolving energy landscape.

• Informal Executive Networks – Direct access to energy sector CEOs and decision-makers beyond formal investment banking channels, enabling faster deal identification and smoother negotiations

• Generative AI Integration – Rapid financial health assessment and market position analysis that accelerates due diligence while maintaining thoroughness required for billion-dollar energy transactions

• Dual Energy Focus – Experience with both traditional oil and gas assets and energy transition opportunities, helping companies balance current operations with future strategy

• Regulatory Excellence – Deep understanding of sector-specific challenges including FTC concerns, environmental regulations, and complex asset structures from major basins to offshore developments

• Global Perspective – Experience navigating geopolitical factors affecting energy deals, from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine impact on global pricing to domestic regulatory shifts affecting deal structures

What Industry Leaders Are Saying

Energy executives trust our expertise for their most critical strategic transactions and operational transformations.

“Their AI-powered due diligence identified $2.3 billion in additional synergies we hadn’t considered. The integration planning saved us 18 months of operational disruption.” — CEO, Large Independent Oil Producer

“Best advisory team we’ve worked with for Permian Basin consolidation. They understand both the technical and cultural challenges of combining upstream operations.” — CFO, Publicly Traded Gas Company

“Navigated complex midstream infrastructure deal with multiple regulatory jurisdictions. Their sector expertise made the difference between success and failure.” — President, Energy Transfer Company