Weber and Blackstone Products Announce Completion of Business Combination

Combined Company Honors the Shared Legacy and Commitment to Outstanding Quality and Innovation that Define Weber and Blackstone

Weber and Blackstone to Continue to Go to Market as Distinct Brands

PALATINE, IL and LOGAN, UT – May 5, 2025 – Weber LLC (“Weber”) and Blackstone Products (“Blackstone”) today announced that they have completed their business combination following the receipt of all regulatory approvals. The combined entity, Weber Blackstone, will be well-positioned as the global leader in outdoor cooking with two distinct brands, complementary product lineups, a commitment to quality and continuous innovation, and a deep focus on its retail partners and consumers.

Weber is recognized as an iconic global barbecue brand, with a 70-year-plus history of delivering exceptional quality, innovation and consumer value. It offers grill products, including charcoal, gas, smokers, pellet, and accessories, and services to customers in more than 70 countries. Blackstone, founded in 2008, is a pioneer in outdoor griddles, known for high-quality, easy-to-use, and affordable griddle products and outdoor cooking accessories.

Going forward, the combined company will be positioned to provide consumers with an expanded portfolio of high-quality outdoor cooking offerings while maintaining two distinct brands. The company will maintain a presence in both Illinois and Utah.

Roger Dahle, the founder of Blackstone who, as previously announced, has been named the combined company’s Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are incredibly excited to introduce the new leader in outdoor cooking, built upon the proud legacies of both Weber and Blackstone. Bringing together our shared passion for outdoor cooking experiences, we look forward to leveraging our combined strengths to drive growth and innovation for the benefit of our retail partners, consumers, and team members.

“With our two iconic brands, a history of quality and craftmanship, and a continued commitment to redefining the future of outdoor cooking through dedicated innovation, we have a tremendous opportunity ahead,” Mr. Dahle concluded.

BDT & MSD Partners served as the exclusive financial advisor to Weber and J.P. Morgan served as the exclusive financial advisor to Blackstone.

About Weber Blackstone

Weber Blackstone is the holding company behind Weber and Blackstone, two iconic names in the outdoor cooking industry. Weber established the outdoor cooking category more than 70 years ago with the invention of the original kettle charcoal grill, and Blackstone pioneered outdoor griddles, allowing users to cook a wider variety of foods faster and more often. With a focus on innovation, craftsmanship, and community, Weber Blackstone supports its brands in delivering exceptional cooking experiences for generations to come.