Retail Supplier Launches CNG Services Business Unit, Will Construct Corridor of Filling Stations

Interstate Gas Supply has launched IGS Energy CNG Services as a complete solutions provider to the natural gas vehicle industry with a focus on Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

IGS Energy CNG Services recently announced that it will construct and operate a $10 Million Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Corridor within West Virginia along I-79.

Phase One of the project will include stations in Bridgeport, Charleston, and Jane Lew. The company also plans construction of a station in Mt. Morris, Pa., as part of the initial phase.

"Our plans for a Fueling Corridor respond to the emerging market demand for fast, convenient refueling of CNG vehicles," said Scott White, president of IGS Energy CNG Services.

Construction of the Corridor is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2013 and, depending on the station, will support light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles. Several companies have committed to fuel their natural gas vehicles on the corridor, including Antero Resources, Chesapeake Energy Corporation and EQT Corporation.

In addition to private fleets, the West Virginia Department of Highways has committed to fuel state CNG-powered vehicles at Corridor stations.

IGS Energy CNG Services' operations include:

• Ownership and operation of large, fast-fill CNG fueling stations;

• Business consulting and modeling to ensure optimal return on investment and capital requirements;

• Risk mitigation services to provide users a long-term fixed CNG price driving fuel savings;

• Supply of small time-fill vehicle refueling equipment for home or small business use.