Montana Petroleum Association

07/21/2026

“The U.S. refining industry is not only the world’s leading producer of refined products, it’s also a cornerstone of global energy stability.”

U.S. refiners play a critical role in moments of supply/demand imbalance. Thanks to their scale, complexity, efficiency and global reach, American refineries keep fuel flowing efficiently here at home while also supplying much-needed gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and other products to our allies abroad...

07/16/2026

A win for Montana's economy and American energy. Responsible leasing is delivering jobs, investment, and more than $130 million in revenue.

The Bureau of Land Management leased 63 parcels totaling 27,330 acres in Montana/Dakotas for $130,207,102 in total receipts during a quarterly oil and gas lease sale.

07/14/2026

Investment in American energy continues to gain momentum. EON Resources has launched the first phase of a 92-well drilling program in New Mexico, another sign that innovation, responsible development, and long-term planning are driving the future of U.S. oil production.

The company says 10 horizontal wells are expected in the San Andres by year’s end.

07/06/2026

Better technology is helping oil and natural gas producers including here in Montana That means stronger communities, good-paying jobs, and a more secure energy future.

The Permian Basin is leading the world in technological advances that will keep booming the production of oil and natural gas into the distant future. Energy industry spokesmen say those advances include machine learning algorithms and digital twins that create virtual replicas of operations connect...

07/04/2026

06/22/2026

U.S. oil and gas companies added rigs for the 8th time in 9 weeks strengthening energy security, supporting jobs, and keeping America moving.

U.S. energy firms this week added rigs for the eighth time in nine weeks, energy services ​firm Baker Hughes said in its closely followed report ‌on Thursday.

06/16/2026

The world needs reliable energy and American natural gas is delivering.
New LNG infrastructure investments are strengthening energy security at home and abroad. 🇺🇸

US developer Delfin Midstream said June 3 it reached a $5 billion final investment decision on the country's first floating LNG export vessel, marking the third US liquefaction project to advance to construction this year. The project will add about 4.4 million metric tons/year of LNG export capacit...

06/05/2026

Alaska’s oil revival is reigniting Arctic energy investment, with new momentum in production and infrastructure development.

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06/01/2026

Reliable, affordable energy matters and natural gas plays a critical role.

Global investment in natural gas projects is set to rise by more than 10% this year to $330 ​billion, its highest level in 10 years, while upstream oil ‌spending declines for a third straight year, the International Energy Agency said in a report.

05/21/2026

I had a great week of collaboration and learning at the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference. Thank you to Ron Ness and the North Dakota Petroleum Council for inviting the Montana Petroleum Association to participate.
It was a valuable opportunity to connect with industry leaders, discuss the future of energy development in our region, and strengthen partnerships. We appreciate the collaboration and look forward to continuing the conversation.