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Vaca Muerta’s Next Test: Build Pipes, Train Talent, Set Stable Rules

Executives and distributors say transport upgrades plus clear policy will decide whether today’s surplus becomes lasting exports.

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El moderador Alejandro Zamprile junto con los panelistas de Energía: Jorge Vidal (Schlumberger), Ricardo Markous (TecPetrol) y Daniel González (Minería).
El Gobierno se esperanza en las inversiones que ayuden al crecimento de Vaca Muerta.
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Overview

  • Ecogas detailed new works in Mendoza, including a parallel branch to supply YPF’s Luján de Cuyo refinery after a nearly 40% demand increase.
  • The distributor said a stalled project to feed San Rafael from the Andes trunk line resumed about 10 days ago with the aim of completion before next winter for homes, CNG stations and industry.
  • Industry representatives reported the reversal of the northern gas pipeline is progressing to carry Vaca Muerta gas north, while capacity freed by the Néstor Kirchner line benefits Cuyo via the centro-oeste system.
  • An ITBA energy expert argued that unlocking Vaca Muerta’s potential requires advanced technology, interdisciplinary training, robust infrastructure and environmental and community stewardship, with gas positioned to complement renewables.
  • At an IAE forum, Energy official Daniel González backed export-tax cuts in principle but tied them to fiscal decisions by Congress, flagged a roughly 40% cost gap versus U.S. shale, cited partial easing on profit remittances since April 14, 2025, and industry leaders called for a master plan to streamline roles and local demands.