This expansion contributes to the reinforcement of the Wahalajara System, the largest private interconnected natural gas pipeline network in Mexico. Spanning more than 2,000 kilometers from Texas to the central‑western region of the country and supplying 16% of Mexico’s national gas demand, this corridor is a critical enabler of industrial and economic growth. The project will add transportation capacity to the existing system through compression, improving operational efficiency and the system’s ability to meet rising energy demand.
Currently, Mexico is experiencing significant growth in the demand for a reliable and continuous energy supply capable of fueling strategic sectors such as mining, manufacturing, and data centers, which require constant electricity. In this context, natural gas plays a fundamental role by providing an efficient and cost‑competitive energy source.
The new 15‑MW turbo‑compression units will be installed at two strategic locations: the San Juan Compression Station in Chihuahua and the Aguascalientes Compression Station, where construction is already underway. With these units, ESENTIA will increase transport capacity by almost 50%, from 1.3 billion cubic feet per day (cfd) to almost 2 billion cfd, upon completion of the three phases of the expansion.
The turbines and compressors are scheduled to arrive in 2027, aligning with the Phase II execution window (2026–2028). In a market environment where demand for this type of equipment continues to grow, securing these critical units represents a material milestone in the project’s development.
Daniel Bustos, CEO of ESENTIA, stated: The early acquisition of these turbo-compressors represents a strategic step to ensure a reliable and flexible natural gas supply, fully aligned with Mexico’s energy security objectives, and reflects our strong focus on forward-looking strategic planning. We will continue to advance with discipline and cutting-edge technology to support the country’s industrial growth.”
Javier Pastorino, Managing Director of Siemens Energy Latam-North, added: “This expansion is a key milestone in our exclusive collaboration with ESENTIA to reinforce Mexico’s natural gas backbone. By incorporating our technology into the natural gas transportation system, we are helping build a more resilient and efficient network that meets the country’s industrial needs”.
As natural gas consumption continues to rise across key regions, ESENTIA and Siemens Energy anticipate additional opportunities to expand turbo‑compression capacity in future phases -reinforcing a long‑term commitment to infrastructure growth, operational resilience, and sustained economic development- with this project serving as a concrete example that advances Mexico’s energy system, strengthens the infrastructure that supports industrial growth, and ultimately bolsters Mexico’s competitiveness.
