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Weathering the Storm with Safety
Natural disasters create operating environments where conditions can shift faster than crews can adapt. Hurricanes, wildfires, ice storms, floods, and severe wind events bring unstable trees, compromised terrain, damaged infrastructure, reduced visibility, fatigue, and constantly shifting hazards. In these moments, safety depends not only on technical expertise but also on disciplined decision-making under pressure. In a recent […]
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Who Is XKIG?: The Video That Defines a New Era of Infrastructure Leadership
Even though our work touches communities across the country every day, most people don’t see what happens behind the scenes to keep power flowing, communications connected, and infrastructure resilient. Our recently released “Who Is XKIG?” video brings this vital work into focus. It highlights the scale of our services, the teams behind them, and the technology that is shaping the next […]
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XKIG Acquires Timberline Clearing, LLC: Partnership Broadens Resources and Increases Services for Utility Customers Nationwide
NORFOLK, Va., November 28, 2025 – XKIG, a national leader in critical infrastructure services for the power and gas utility sectors, announced today the acquisition of Timberline Clearing, LLC, a company that provides right-of-way cutting and clearing for the natural gas, electrical distribution, and railroad industries nationwide. Timberline will operate across all XKIG subsidiaries. Founded […]
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XKIG Acquires Thomas Contracting: Acquisition Strengthens Xylem Tree Experts’ Position Across the Southeast
NORFOLK, Va., October 10, 2025 – 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 […]
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XKIG Acquires River City Construction: Acquisition Offers Significant Opportunity for Future Growth
NORFOLK, Va., August 1, 2025 – Today, XKIG, a national leader in critical infrastructure services for the power and gas utility sectors, announced the acquisition of River City Construction, a rapidly growing provider of construction and maintenance services for electric, telecommunications, and renewable energy utilities. Since 1975, River City has expanded its service offerings to […]