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Enbridge Inc. has officially finalized a landmark joint venture agreement with investment giant KKR, offloading a 50% interest in its critical Westcoast Energy pipeline system to the firm in a transaction valued at C$2.7 billion. This strategic maneuver marks a significant pivot in how North American energy infrastructure projects are funded and operated. By bringing KKR into the fold—and aligning with broader capital market trends involving firms like Apollo—Enbridge is successfully executing a capital recycling strategy designed to shed non-core assets while retaining operational control. This influx of capital is earmarked for high-growth expansion projects, most notably the Aspen Point and Sunrise programs, which are essential for increasing capacity in Western Canada’s booming natural gas sector. The Financial Mechanics of the Deal The C$2.7 billion deal is more than a simple asset sale; it represents a sophisticated valuation of the Westcoast Energy pipeline system, which is now pegged...