Northwind Midstream Expands Off-Spec Gas Infrastructure in New Mexico
Key Ideas
  • Northwind Midstream is advancing midstream projects in New Mexico, focusing on off-spec gas infrastructure systems to manage high levels of carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide.
  • The company is expanding its Titan Treating Complex with increased amine treating capacity and acid gas injection wells to cater to the oil and gas industry's needs in Lea County.
  • By 2026, Northwind plans to double its total treating capacity to 400 MMcfpd, supporting the region's oil and gas producers with safe and economical off-spec gas solutions.
  • Backed by Five Point Energy, Northwind's growth in sustainable energy infrastructure is seen as vital for the industry's success in the prolific Northern Delaware Basin.
Northwind Midstream Partners LLC is making significant advancements in its midstream projects in New Mexico, particularly in Lea County. The company is focusing on building off-spec, NACE standard natural gas infrastructure systems to manage the challenges posed by high levels of carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide in produced natural gas. The phase 1 buildout, set to be completed by mid-year 2025, includes the expansion of the Titan Treating Complex, adding amine treating capacity and deep acid-gas injection wells. By increasing the total treating capacity to 200 MMcfpd, Northwind aims to provide a safe and economical solution for off-spec gas to its upstream producer partners. Further expansion plans involve doubling the treating capacity to 400 MMcfpd by 2026. Northwind has also expanded its natural gas gathering and compression network in Lea County, with over 200 miles of NACE standard natural gas pipelines and additional compressor stations. The company's CEO, Matt Spicer, highlighted the importance of enhanced gas gathering and treating capacity for the success of the oil and gas industry in the region. This infrastructure not only allows for the development of the Northern Delaware Basin but also contributes to emission reductions. Established in 2022, Northwind's strategy focuses on owning and operating off-spec gas infrastructure in the Permian Basin. With support from Five Point Energy, a private equity firm, the company is playing a crucial role in sustainable energy infrastructure development. David Capobianco, CEO of Five Point Energy, emphasized the significance of reliable energy infrastructure in unlocking the development potential of Lea County. The accelerated demand for Northwind's offerings indicates the positive impact of the company's infrastructure on the industry's growth.
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