March 2025, Vol. 252, No. 3
Tech Notes
Commercial Deployment of AOT for Crude Pipelines Nears
Special to Pipeline & Gas Journal
(P&GJ) — QS Energy is nearing a breakthrough in global energy transport. The company is in final talks for multi-year lease agreements that would deploy its Applied Oil Technology (AOT) in key regions, including Southeast Asia, the Pacific, and West Africa.
AOT, which reduces crude oil viscosity, is positioned to revolutionize pipeline infrastructure by increasing throughput and reducing operating costs without the need for new construction.
This move comes as aging infrastructure and rising transport costs strain energy-exporting nations. AOT is designed to optimize existing pipelines, boosting efficiency and lowering emissions, critical in meeting global environmental regulations.
The technology could have a far-reaching impact on the economics of crude transport, especially in Southeast Asia, the Pacific, and West Africa, where governments are integrating AOT into long-term energy strategies.
QS Energy’s American-made solution comes at a time when the U.S. is looking to reclaim leadership in energy technology exports. AOT is entirely designed, built, and deployed in the U.S., providing a significant boost to domestic manufacturing and positioning the company as a global energy innovator.
Unlike traditional sales models, QS Energy’s agreements with governments and corporations offer a steady, predictable revenue stream through long-term lease-to-own arrangements. The company's approach focuses on embedding AOT into national energy plans, creating lasting partnerships with energy authorities and industry leaders.
Further solidifying its position in the energy sector, QS Energy is in discussions with Temple University to expand its intellectual property rights and secure long-term licensing agreements, ensuring that AOT remains the go-to technology for improving crude transport efficiency.
As the company nears the execution of contracts, it prepares to scale up production and finalize financing approvals, setting the stage for the first deployments of AOT technology in the coming months.
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