TEG Expands Gas Commercialization with New CNG Station in Benin City
Tetracore Energy Group (TEG) has taken a significant step in advancing gas commercialization in Nigeria by commissioning a new Auto Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station in Uwusan, Benin City, Edo State. This development is part of the company's broader strategy to scale gas-powered mobility across the country and build a resilient energy network.
Strategic Expansion and Capacity
The newly opened station boasts an installed capacity of 120,000 Standard Cubic Meters per Day (SCMD), enabling it to fuel up to 200 vehicles daily. This enhancement is set to significantly improve fuel availability and convenience for mass transit systems, trucks, buses, and other commercial CNG-powered vehicles operating in the region.
Dr. Olakunle Williams, President and Chief Executive Officer of Tetracore Energy Group, emphasized the strategic importance of this move. "This is a deliberate step in our strategy to scale gas-powered mobility across Nigeria," he stated. "We are not simply deploying stations—we are building a resilient energy network that enables industries, transport operators, and businesses to transition to cleaner, more efficient fuel at scale."
Key Benefits and Future Plans
The station is strategically located to serve Benin City and its surrounding industrial and logistics corridors, positioning it as a critical node within Tetracore's expanding gas distribution network. This aligns with the company's goal to meet rising demand across high-growth economic clusters.
Key benefits for fleet operators and industrial offtakers include:
- Lower and more predictable fuel costs compared to conventional fuels
- Enhanced energy security through consistent and reliable gas supply
- Improved operational efficiency via accessible refueling infrastructure
- Alignment with decarbonization goals and Nigeria's evolving regulatory direction
Looking ahead, Tetracore has confirmed that a dedicated CNG Mother Station for the Benin axis is currently in development and expected to come onstream in the coming months. This addition will further strengthen compression capacity, enhance supply reliability, and improve network efficiency, integrating the Uwusan station into a fully operational gas supply ecosystem.
Broader Impact and Growth Strategy
This commissioning underscores Tetracore's execution capability and disciplined approach to scaling gas infrastructure. The company is building on a growing portfolio of high-performing CNG assets across key regions, including Ogun State, to advance a capital-efficient, vertically integrated distribution model.
By integrating daughter stations with upcoming mother station capacity, Tetracore aims to enhance asset utilization, strengthen supply reliability, and support predictable revenue generation. The Benin axis, with increasing demand from logistics operators, industrial users, and commercial fleets, represents a critical growth corridor for the company.
As Tetracore expands its footprint, it continues to explore opportunities for strategic partnerships, structured capital, and co-investment to accelerate deployment across Nigeria and West Africa. This expansion not only supports the transition to cleaner energy but also contributes to the development of a scalable, corridor-based gas infrastructure platform anchored on high-demand urban and industrial clusters.
