YPFB Considers Leasing Pipelines to Facilitate Vaca Muerta Gas Exports

Bolivia's state-owned oil and gas company, YPFB, is evaluating the possibility of leasing its pipeline infrastructure to Argentina for exporting natural gas from the Vaca Muerta shale play to Brazil. YPFB President Armin Dorgathen highlighted this potential move during a recent announcement, emphasizing the economic benefits for Bolivia. "Renting the pipelines will bring us more resources," Dorgathen stated, noting that Bolivia's infrastructure presents the most viable and cost-effective route for Argentine gas exports. The Vaca Muerta formation,…