Gas-to-liquids projects provide an exciting alternative for the commercial use of stranded gas, and we have worked with clients who undertake these projects because they have certain advantages over other projects, based on the lower cost associated with the product's transportation and its high-value market potential, as well as the environmentally attractive qualities of the product. Consequently, the energy industry is seeing the emergence of a growing number of GTL projects led by the State of Qatar, which has made a clear commitment to become the GTL capital of the world. Baker Botts lawyers have been involved with GTL projects – in Qatar and elsewhere – for many years.

Representative Engagements

• Synthetic fuel producer – counsel in connection with the Oryx GTL Project in Qatar
• Synthetic fuel producer – preparation of standard form agreements for the sale of products from a GTL facility
• Synthetic fuel producer – counsel in connection with the Escravos GTL Project in Nigeria