AMPO POYAM VALVES is supporting the development of one of the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) export projects through the supply of approximately 15,000 industrial valves for the Rio Grande LNG facility in Brownsville, Texas. The project marks another significant milestone for the company in delivering critical flow-control solutions for large-scale global energy infrastructure.
Developed by NextDecade and being constructed by Bechtel, the Rio Grande LNG project is expected to achieve a total liquefaction capacity of approximately 48 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) across eight LNG trains once fully completed. The facility is set to become one of the largest LNG export terminals currently under development worldwide.
AMPO has been awarded multiple contracts covering the supply of valve packages for the first five LNG trains under construction. Deliveries for Trains 1, 2 and 3 have already been substantially completed, while production of the first valve packages for Train 4 is nearing completion and is scheduled for delivery by mid-July 2026. Supplies for Train 5 are expected to commence during the first quarter of 2027 as construction progresses.
The contract includes the manufacture and supply of a comprehensive range of cryogenic and non-cryogenic valves engineered specifically for LNG applications. The scope covers ball, gate, globe and check valves in sizes up to 16 inches and pressure ratings up to Class 1500, designed to meet the demanding operating conditions associated with liquefied natural gas production and processing.
In addition to manufacturing, AMPO SERVICE is providing technical assistance and field support throughout the installation and commissioning phases. The service team is working alongside project stakeholders to ensure efficient installation, system integration and operational readiness as each train advances through successive stages of construction.
The Rio Grande LNG project represents an important addition to AMPO’s growing portfolio of international LNG developments and reinforces its expertise in supplying highly engineered valve solutions for complex energy infrastructure. By combining advanced manufacturing capabilities with specialised technical support, the company continues to strengthen its role as a trusted supplier to major oil, gas and LNG projects worldwide.
As work progresses across the remaining phases of the development, AMPO remains focused on meeting project schedules while maintaining the quality, reliability and performance standards required for one of the industry’s most significant LNG investments. The continued execution of the contracts further reflects the company’s ability to support large-scale energy projects with precision-engineered products and comprehensive lifecycle services.
