Article: CH Energy Group Business Unit Sells Selected Holdings.

Griffith Energy Services, a subsidiary of CH Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE: CHG), announced the sale of its operating divisions serving markets in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Pennsylvania as part of a strategic streamlining that will reduce the volatility of cash flow and allow the fuel oil delivery firm to focus on its Mid-Atlantic operations. Canadian-based Superior Plus is acquiring approximately 47,000 customers in the deal, and will pay Griffith $76 million, before closing adjustments. The divestiture, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to be completed in December 2009.

"We are very pleased with this transaction with Superior Plus, ...

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