Expro (NYSE:XPRO) has been awarded a major three-year contract by Woodside Petróleo Operaciones de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Woodside Energy) to provide comprehensive services for the Trion deepwater oil and gas development offshore Mexico.
This agreement positions Expro at the forefront of a project set to deliver the country’s first deepwater oil production facility — marking a significant milestone in Mexico’s energy evolution.
Under the contract, Expro will deliver industry-leading tubular running services (TRS) and cementing services for the Trion project, which is located in the Perdido Fold Belt, about 180 kilometres off Mexico’s Gulf coast.
The facility will operate at water depths of approximately 2,500 metres and aims to bring first oil production in 2028.
Trion is a joint venture between Woodside Energy and Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX), combining international expertise with national resources on a greenfield site set to change the landscape of Mexican energy development.
Expro and Woodside have a history of collaboration, with Expro previously supporting well construction activities during the exploration phase in Mexican waters.
This new contract is expected to further entrench their established footprint in the country’s deepwater sector.
Woodside will manage operations from its Tampico shore base and office, while Expro is actively setting up a new hub in the region, supporting local employment and fostering economic growth.
The suite of services provided by Expro will include TRS casing, completion and drilling support, as well as supply of casing accessories, cement heads, and deployment of Expro’s proprietary Skyhook® system.
The company’s differentiated well construction technologies are designed to deliver seamless solutions from top drive to target depth.
Expro’s approach focuses on optimising well performance, driving cost efficiencies, and enhancing operational reliability throughout the project’s lifecycle.
Jeremy Angelle, Vice President of Well Construction at Expro, emphasised the significance of the contract, stating: “With our extensive track record and a reputation as a trusted provider of TRS solutions, we are proud to play a key role in this world-class development.
“This contract win reflects not only the strength of our technical capabilities and commercial offering but also our legacy of supporting Trion exploration wells through Frank’s TRS and VERSAFLO TM systems.”
He added: “This project represents an exciting opportunity to showcase our innovative technologies on a historic deepwater development, and we look forward to building a strong, long-term partnership with Woodside in Mexico.”
The Trion development’s launch as Mexico’s first deepwater oil project sets a precedent for the region’s industry, promising technological innovation, significant economic impact, and a new chapter in the collaboration between Woodside Energy, PEMEX, and Expro.
