REI Utility Services, a leading provider of power systems engineering and field services to electric utilities, announced today that it has acquired Torlan Engineering, a Houston-based power systems engineering firm. Torlan provides outsourced engineering services to electric utilities, including power systems protection, protective relaying and studies, protection and control design, automation and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) engineering, equipment evaluation and planning studies, testing and commissioning, and substation design. The acquisition brings together two trusted electric utility service providers with complementary capabilities and a shared focus on quality, responsiveness, and long-term client partnerships.
Torlan contributes significant technical depth through its team of licensed professional engineers with specialized expertise in protection and control systems, testing and commissioning, and other services. Additionally, Torlan’s established client presence in Texas and Oklahoma strengthens REI’s market position in key South Central utility markets, enabling enhanced service delivery and regional coverage.
“Torlan has built a strong reputation for technical excellence and trusted client relationships,” said Mitchell Mayo, CEO of REI Utility Services. “We are excited to have their expertise and talent on our team. We believe the expertise that the Torlan team brings will only strengthen what we already have and will allow REI to continue providing its client-centered services across the nation at a new level. Expanded service offerings, same REI, same quality only stronger.”
“REI’s mission has always been to support the critical infrastructure that powers our communities and economy,” said Michael Sommerdorf, Principal at LP First Capital. “The Torlan acquisition accelerates our growth strategy by expanding our engineering capabilities and market reach, positioning us to be the premier partner for utilities navigating the energy transition and unprecedented demand growth.”
“We’re building REI to be the most trusted and comprehensive utility services partner in the industry,” said Thomas Ince, Managing Partner at LP First Capital. “Torlan’s proven track record and specialized expertise represent exactly the type of strategic addition that accelerates our vision—expanding our talent base, broadening our service offerings, and strengthening our ability to deliver exceptional value to utility clients nationwide.”
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