Occidental Permian Ltd. (Oxy) is expanding its footprint in Gaines County, Texas, with the planned addition of a mud plant adjacent to its existing Seminole Gas Processing Plant. According to filings with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the new facility is being permitted under a Permit by Rule (PBR) application, submitted on July 16, 2025 and currently listed as pending.
According to the latest Baker Hughes Rig Count, the total number of active rigs rose by seven—the largest weekly gain since December
From Texas to Appalachia, U.S. shale operators are repositioning for a new kind of energy demand. The AI data center boom is not only transforming the electricity grid—it’s rewriting the playbook for gas monetization. Behind-the-meter power generation offers a rare blend of scalability, profitability, and long-term relevance for oil & gas.
Oil and gas majors are increasingly investing in direct lithium extraction (DLE) from brines—particularly in the Smackover Formation (Arkansas & East Texas) and Appalachia—as part of a broader energy diversification and decarbonization strategy.
Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) continues to scale its natural gas infrastructure footprint in Texas, receiving approval from the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) for a sweeping pipeline permit that spans more than 8,100 miles. The permit—T-4 Permit #09207—supports a mix of regulated and unregulated gas gathering and utility infrastructure across key production areas including the Delaware and Anadarko basins.
The North American frac market is undergoing a transformation driven by innovation, capital discipline, and the relentless pursuit of efficiency. From triple-frac mega pads to fully automated completions, here are the top five trends defining hydraulic fracturing in 2025
As 2025 enters its second half, ExxonMobil stands at a critical juncture—leveraging its scale, technology, and capital discipline to drive upstream growth, especially in the Permian Basin. From advanced fracking to record production, here are the top 5 strategic priorities that will shape ExxonMobil’s momentum through year-end.
Blackcomb Pipeline, LLC is advancing development with two new compressor stations to support its natural gas pipeline network. Backed by recent air permits issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), these stations are set to enhance compression capacity and reliability across the Permian and Eagle Ford regions.
ExxonMobil’s Wink to Webster pipeline strategically operates as North America’s highest-capacity link between the Permian Basin and Gulf Coast refining capacity.
2025 progresses, APA Corporation (NASDAQ: APA) is sharpening its focus on operational efficiency, disciplined capital deployment, and portfolio optimization. With the Permian Basin at the heart of its strategy, APA continues to evolve in response to shifting commodity markets and investor demands for returns over volume.
