For Immediate Release: Thursday, April 24, 2025
NOIA Contact: jwilliams@nullnoia.org

NOIA Applauds New Gulf of America Commingling Policy for Boosting Energy Production

Washington, D.C. – National Ocean Industries Association President Erik Milito issued the following statement after the Department of the Interior implemented new parameters for Downhole Commingling in the Paleogene (Wilcox) reservoirs:

"NOIA strongly supports the Department of the Interior’s new commingling policy for the Gulf of America. This update reflects the latest science and the incredible expertise our industry brings to the table. It’s designed to unlock potentially stranded offshore oil and gas production while keeping safety and environmental protection front and center.

"Over the last 15 years, reservoir management and robust well completion technologies, among other innovations, have strengthened confidence in safe commingling operations. This policy is a big win for American energy security, for the jobs it sustains, and for the responsible growth of our industry in the Gulf."

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