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UniGas Leadership Participates in Inaugural Berbice Development Summit, Reinforcing Commitment to Region’s Industrial Transformation

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UniGas Leadership Participates in Inaugural Berbice Development Summit, Reinforcing Commitment to Region’s Industrial Transformation

UniGas (Unity Energy Guyana) proudly announces the active participation of its leadership team, including CEO James Hulse, in the inaugural Berbice Development Summit 2025. The company’s attendance underscores its unwavering commitment to partnering with the Government of Guyana to transform Berbice into a vital industrial and energy hub.

GEORGETOWN, Guyana – November 14th, 2025 – UniGas (Unity Energy Guyana) proudly announces the active participation of its leadership team, including CEO James Hulse, in the inaugural Berbice Development Summit 2025. The company’s attendance underscores its unwavering commitment to partnering with the Government of Guyana to transform Berbice into a vital industrial and energy hub, aligning with the ambitious vision outlined by President Dr. Irfaan Ali. The three-day summit, which opened on November 11, brought together government leaders, global industry experts, and investors to chart a course for accelerated development in the Berbice region. President Ali declared that Berbice is poised to become the heart of Guyana’s next industrial revolution, supported by a massive infrastructure push and the full monetization of the nation’s gas resources by 2030.
UniGas CEO James Hulse, who attended alongside the company’s operational team, expressed strong support for the government's agenda. "The Berbice Development Summit marks a pivotal moment for Guyana, and UniGas is fully aligned with President Ali’s bold vision for a prosperous and industrialized Berbice," said Mr. Hulse. "The accelerated timelines for critical infrastructure, including the deep-water port and the Berbice gas pipeline, create a clear pathway for private sector partnership. We are prepared to deploy our international expertise and local understanding to help build the world-class energy infrastructure that will power this transformation, create high-quality jobs, and deliver sustainable value to every community in the region." President Ali’s keynote address highlighted a comprehensive plan to complete major infrastructure projects within five years, including new bridges, highways, and a municipal airport, all designed to unlock Berbice’s industrial potential and strengthen its role as a regional logistics hub. This strategy directly complements UniGas’s mission to deliver reliable and affordable clean energy solutions across all ten administrative regions of Guyana. The summit’s focus on developing a skilled workforce through vocational training and STEM education also resonates with UniGas’s core values. The company is deeply invested in community development and capacity building, recognizing that a skilled local workforce is essential for the long-term success of Guyana’s energy sector. As a key partner in Guyana’s energy future, UniGas is actively developing natural gas distribution networks, virtual pipeline solutions, and other critical infrastructure. The company’s participation in the Berbice Development Summit reinforces its readiness to support the large-scale industrial projects announced, including power plants, data centers, and manufacturing facilities, which will be enabled by a projected electricity capacity exceeding two gigawatts. About UniGas UniGas is Guyana's premier natural gas solutions provider, committed to transforming the nation's energy landscape through reliable, affordable, and clean energy delivery. As part of the JAH Alliance, UniGas combines international expertise with deep local understanding to develop world-class energy infrastructure that serves communities across all ten administrative regions of Guyana. The company’s comprehensive services include natural gas distribution, virtual pipeline solutions, CNG vehicle fueling systems, and large-scale infrastructure development projects. With over $75 billion in collective project experience, UniGas is dedicated to supporting Guyana’s sustainable development goals while creating economic opportunities for local communities. Media Contact info@unigas.gy References [1] News Room Guyana. (2025, November 12). Massive infrastructure push, transformational plans revealed at Berbice Development Summit. https://newsroom.gy/2025/11/12/massive-infrastructure-push-transformational-plans-revealed-at-berbice-development-summit/

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