SAM Expands Permian Basin Footprint with WellConnect Survey Support
Event summary
- SAM has supported Energy Transfer’s WellConnect program in the Permian Basin since April 2025, covering 20 gathering lines totaling 27 miles.
- Services include preliminary survey, alignment sheet generation, construction staking, as-built surveys, and database support.
- LiDAR News highlighted SAM’s role in maintaining accurate information for construction, maintenance, planning, and expansion.
- Challenges noted include misalignment between existing infrastructure and current field conditions in established energy regions.
The big picture
SAM’s work with Energy Transfer underscores the growing demand for precise geospatial data in the Permian Basin, a critical region for U.S. energy production. The project highlights the need for accurate field data to support infrastructure development, particularly in areas with complex existing conditions. SAM’s role in this project positions it as a key player in the energy sector’s push for more reliable and efficient asset management.
What we're watching
- Infrastructure Expansion
- How SAM’s involvement in the Permian Basin will affect its ability to secure additional contracts in the region.
- Data Reliability
- Whether SAM can sustain its role in maintaining accurate field data amid existing infrastructure challenges.
- Market Positioning
- The pace at which SAM can leverage this project to strengthen its position in the energy sector.