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ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Apr 15, 2010)

Filed April 15, 2010For Securities:EPDEPDU

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (EPD) on April 15, 2010, announces the successful completion of a public offering of common units. The company issued 12,000,000 common units, along with an additional 1,800,000 units to cover over-allotments, which were fully exercised. The offering was registered under the Securities Act of 1933 and closed on April 16, 2010. The net proceeds from this offering are earmarked for a portion of the purchase price for the previously announced acquisition of natural gas gathering systems from M2 Midstream LLC and for general partnership purposes. This capital raise is a key event for EPD as it supports strategic growth through acquisitions, indicating a proactive approach to expanding its asset base and market position in the midstream energy sector.

Key Highlights

  • 1EPD completed a public offering of 12,000,000 common units, with an additional 1,800,000 units issued due to over-allotment, fully exercised.
  • 2The offering was registered under the Securities Act of 1933, with a prospectus supplement filed on April 13, 2010.
  • 3The closing of the common unit issuance was scheduled for April 16, 2010.
  • 4Net proceeds will be used to fund a portion of the acquisition of natural gas gathering systems from M2 Midstream LLC.
  • 5Remaining proceeds are allocated for general partnership purposes, supporting ongoing operations and potential future investments.
  • 6The underwriting agreement included customary conditions, representations, and indemnification clauses.
  • 7Several exhibits, including the underwriting agreement, legal opinions, and press releases, were filed with the SEC.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of the public offering was to raise capital. A significant portion of the net proceeds is intended to finance a part of the acquisition of natural gas gathering systems from M2 Midstream LLC, with the remainder to be used for general partnership purposes.

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. issued 12,000,000 common units in the initial offering, and an additional 1,800,000 common units were issued to cover the over-allotment option, which was fully exercised. This brings the total number of units issued to 13,800,000.

The acquisition of natural gas gathering systems from M2 Midstream LLC, financed partly by this offering, signals strategic growth for EPD. Investors can view this as a positive step towards expanding the company's infrastructure and midstream footprint, potentially leading to increased revenue streams and improved market position.

The underwriting agreement included customary conditions for such offerings, meaning the underwriters' obligation to purchase the units was subject to legal approvals and other standard terms. The partnership also agreed to indemnify the underwriters against certain liabilities, including those under the Securities Act, which is a standard practice in public offerings.