Small Producer Program
Small Producer Program
The mission of the Small Producer Program is to extend the life of mature fields in an environmentally sustainable way...
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Standard Gas Company
The MISSION of Standard Gas Company is to produce oil and gas, be environmentally sensitive, scientifically innovative and technologically based.
We use our core values of fairness, integrity, and commercial profitability as guiding principles.
Our Mission100+ Years of Combined Experience
Onshore & Offshore Operations
SPAC Structure for JV Partners
Mission & Objectives
Over 100 Years of Experience
Our company has over 100 years of experience in: Building corporate value · Acquisitions · Field operations · Geology · Cost reductions · Business development · Drilling · Regulatory requirements · Finance · Accounting
Corporate Objectives
- 1Acquire existing fields with proved reserves
- 2Develop additional reserves through science and technology application
- 3Reduce operational expenses
- 4Enhance production through better operations, workovers, & drilling
- 5Extend the life of assets
Corporate Strategy
Create a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) — owned by a JV of Standard Gas and Offshore investor — to evaluate, acquire, enhance, and produce all properties while maintaining health, safety, and environmental standards.
Our Principals
Experienced leadership with over a century of combined expertise in oil and gas exploration and production.
Paul D. Appel
Principal
Mr. Appel has extensive onshore and offshore oil and gas operations experience. He has worked on domestic properties in the Gulf of Mexico, California, West Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, and the Rocky Mountains, and internationally in Canada, Venezuela, and the North Sea (Norway and the U.K.).
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Robert Thomasson
Principal
Mr. Thomasson brings decades of experience in oil and gas business development, finance, and operations management, with a strong track record in acquisitions and corporate strategy.
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Christopher Appel
Principal
Mr. Appel contributes expertise in business development and operations, supporting the company's strategic growth initiatives and field operations across domestic and international markets.
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Environmental Stewardship
Standard Gas Company is committed to being environmentally sensitive in all operations. We respect the natural resources within the land that we work.
Responsible land use
Minimal environmental footprint
Community respect
News & Views
Industry insights and company updates from Standard Gas Company.
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Arkansas Office
9 Woodsong Drive
Roland, AR 72135
New York Office
9505 Tannery Road
Carraraugus, NY 14719