Modernizing midstream operations with smarter, centralized power
Modernizing midstream operations with smarter, centralized power
- The challenge
A decentralized power approach, with separate power generation and fuel supply at each site across a midstream operation, led to higher fuel costs, complex permitting, and limited visibility. Aggreko identified a streamlined and centralized power solution
- The solution
Aggreko provided seamless, efficient power from a single hub by deploying a 7.5 MW microgrid fueled via virtual pipeline compressed natural gas (CNG). The solution consisted for five 1500 kW natural gas generators, Aggreko Remote Monitoring, and advanced controls
- The impact
The centralized system reduced costs, cut emissions, and improved reliability, delivering a smarter power solution for the customer’s operation
Client:Multinational oil and gas company
Location:Permian Basin
Sectors:Oil and gas
The Challenge
A decentralized power approach, with separate power generation and dual supply at each site across a midstream operation, led to higher fuel costs, complex permitting, and limited visibility
Midstream operations are inherently complex, with critical equipment and pumping stations often spread across vast distances. When fueled via virtual pipeline, where gas or liquids are transported without continuous physical infrastructure, powering multiple remote sites can be especially demanding.
Traditionally, customers relied on separate generators stationed at different points along the operation. While effective, that decentralized model created challenges: multiple air permits, higher fuel logistics costs, and increased maintenance demands. Managing reliability and load balance across so many distributed power nodes also introduced operational inefficiencies and limited oversight.
Recognizing an opportunity to streamline power delivery, Aggreko proposed a more innovative, integrated approach, one that would consolidate generation, enhance reliability, and reduce total cost of ownership, while maintaining the flexibility required for field-based midstream applications.