Gulfport Energy Expands High-Impact Methane Detection Program with Bridger Photonics

BOZEMAN, Mont.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bridger Photonics Inc. (“Bridger”), a global leader in emissions detection for the energy industry, is proud to announce the expansion of its methane detecting scans for Gulfport Energy. Gulfport has a strong demonstrated commitment to emissions reduction, including a top “A” grade rating from the MiQ gas certification initiative for the past two years, and has lowered its Scope 1 methane intensity by 36% over the past three years.

“Collaborating with Bridger Photonics to conduct routine flyovers in Appalachia has been instrumental in helping us proactively manage and reduce our methane emissions,” said Matt Rucker, Chief Operating Officer

In 2024, Bridger provided quarterly aerial methane scans on Gulfport’s Appalachian production assets as part of the company’s ongoing work toward achieving and maintaining MiQ gas certification. Building on a successful first year, Bridger recently completed an assessment flight of the company’s Mid-Continental (MidCon) assets, complementing the routine flyovers focused on Appalachia. 

Bridger’s methane detection efforts provide detailed information and pinpoint gas plume location maps to identify methane emissions, helping Gulfport advance its commitment to emissions reduction and maintaining compliance with the rigorous MiQ certification. The data collected assists ground crews in timely repairs, as well as forward thinking operational adjustments to prevent future emissions. 

“Collaborating with Bridger Photonics to conduct routine flyovers in Appalachia has been instrumental in helping us proactively manage and reduce our methane emissions,” said Matt Rucker, Chief Operating Officer at Gulfport Energy. “Their technology provides the high-resolution data necessary to support our emissions reduction goals and sustain MiQ certification. Expanding this work to include our MidCon assets reflects our commitment to transparency and stewardship across all of our assets.” 

“We are excited to continue supporting Gulfport Energy as they expand their emissions reduction program into new basins. We equip operators with the data they need to quickly and strategically repair emissions and mitigate future leaks, while keeping gas in the pipes,” stated Ben Little, CEO of Bridger Photonics. 

About Bridger Photonics, Inc.

Bridger is the global leader in aerial methane detection for oil and gas operators throughout the natural gas value chain, helping them detect, locate, and mitigate methane leaks from operations. Bridger detects methane with its patented and state-of-the-art laser technology sensors and provides companies like ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Phillips 66, among others, with data that helps them quickly and efficiently stop methane emissions.

Gulfport Energy Expands High-Impact Methane Detection Program with Bridger Photonics

Gulfport Energy has expanded its methane detection program with Bridger Photonics, leveraging the company's aerial scanning technology to monitor and reduce emissions across its Appalachian and Mid-Continental assets. The collaboration supports Gulfport's commitment to emissions reduction, including maintaining MiQ gas certification, while Bridger provides high-resolution data to identify and mitigate methane leaks.