XKIG Acquires Thomas Contracting

Acquisition Strengthens Xylem Tree Experts' Position Across the Southeast

NORFOLK, Va., Oct. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XKIG, a national leader in critical infrastructure services for the power and gas utility sectors, announced today the acquisition of Thomas Contracting, a highly respected provider of vegetation management and utility line clearance services across Tennessee. Thomas Contracting will operate as part of XKIG subsidiary Xylem Tree Experts.

Founded in 2000, Thomas Contracting has earned a strong reputation for safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Known for its capabilities for rights-of-way clearing, worksite access solutions, and vegetation management, the company serves major investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipal utility companies across Tennessee. Thomas' highly skilled workforce and long-standing customer relationships enhance Xylem Tree Experts' existing customer portfolio and geographic footprint.

"This acquisition marks another exciting milestone in our strategic growth," said Randolph Hoover, Chief Executive Officer of XKIG. "Thomas Contracting shares our values and commitment to safety, innovation, and customer service. As part of Xylem Tree Experts, they will deliver even greater value to utility partners across the Southeast and beyond."

"We're proud of the company we've built and thrilled to join the XKIG family," said Dustin Thomas, CEO of Thomas Contracting. "This partnership allows us to leverage Xylem's extensive resources and safety programs, offering expanded opportunities for our employees and even stronger service for our customers."

About XKIG 
XKIG is a national leader in critical infrastructure services for the power and gas utility sectors, specializing in the development and maintenance of rights-of-way; the construction, upgrade, and upkeep of transmission and distribution systems; vegetation management; and disaster restoration. Headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, with a legacy spanning over 50 years, XKIG operates through its subsidiaries—Xylem Tree Experts, Kendall Vegetation Services, and River City Construction—to support the safe, reliable delivery of energy across the United States. When natural disasters strike, XKIG's rapid-response teams are among the first on the ground, restoring critical services and strengthening community resilience.

For more information, visit www.xkig.com.

SOURCE XKIG