Potential tariffs and supply chain instability are forcing oil and gas companies to rethink offshore sourcing and search for reliable, domestic chemical supply. Until recently, few such options have presented themselves. A newly launched (and employee-owned) Houston-based chemicals company now asserts that it is transforming the O&G supply chain with its distribution model. Centrium Energy Solutions states that its model is already being successfully used in other industries. The approach gives access to 5,200+ USA-based raw materials, and purportedly eliminates hidden expenses, supply risks, and service gaps. Centrium holds that its system results in increased working capital, lower total chemical costs, and independence from offshore suppliers.
Oilfield service providers struggle with service gaps, inconsistent supply, and the need to reshore chemical sourcing due to global disruptions and potential tariffs, according to Jonathan Rogers, General Manager of Centrium Energy Solutions. He says his company addresses these gaps with domestically sourced raw materials, technical expertise, and a streamlined inventory and delivery system. “Many companies don’t realize the hidden costs associated with managing surplus inventory, dealing with off-spec products or navigating unreliable delivery schedules,” Rogers said. “Our approach eliminates these inefficiencies, ensuring oilfield service providers can deliver high-quality products that optimize production and maintain asset integrity without unnecessary disruptions.”
Centrium’s model combines competitively priced, USA-based raw materials with extensive technical formulation support and reliable delivery. This comprehensive approach enables distributors and oilfield service providers to minimize waste from obsolete stock, optimize inventory and free up working capital—key factors in driving profitability.
The Shift to Domestic Oilfield Chemical Sourcing
As the chemical industry contends with global supply chain challenges, more companies are reevaluating their reliance on overseas suppliers. Centrium offers domestically sourced raw materials for upstream and midstream applications, including demulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, paraffin dispersants and more. This shift not only improves supply chain reliability but also aligns with broader industry efforts to reduce dependency on foreign markets.
“Reshoring is more than a response to tariffs or geopolitical uncertainties; it’s about building a resilient and responsive supply chain right here in the USA,” added Rogers. “By sourcing locally, we’re able to provide our customers with faster delivery, consistent quality and lower total chemical costs.”
This approach has already been proven through Centrium Energy Solutions’ parent company, Cathedral Holdings. The debt-free specialty chemical distributor has 28 years of industry experience and extensive resources—including eight U.S. distribution centers and 100 percent employee ownership. The backing equips Centrium Energy Solutions with the infrastructure and expertise needed to transform oilfield chemical distribution.
“Centrium was able to build upon the foundation that Cathedral Holdings has used for nearly three decades. Our sister companies, IndSpyre Solutions and Essential Ingredients have demonstrated the impactful results of this chemical distribution model in the industrial and personal care markets. Now, we’re bringing the same high-impact approach to the oil and gas industry,” said Rogers.
Centrium Energy Solutions is offering oilfield distributors a free analysis to source right raw materials and optimize their total chemical costs. For more information on Centrium Energy Solutions and its domestic oilfield chemical offerings, visit CentriumEnergy.com.
About Centrium Energy Solutions
Centrium Energy Solutions is a domestic supplier of more than 5,200 high-quality raw materials and intermediates for the oil and gas industry. The chemical company delivers optimized inventory, unmatched technical support, and streamlined logistics to help customers reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. Centrium Energy Solutions is backed by 28 years of chemical distribution expertise through its parent company, Cathedral Holdings, and sister companies, IndSpyre Solutions and Essential Ingredients. With a commitment to reshoring chemical sourcing and strengthening domestic supply chains, Centrium Energy Solutions is setting a new standard for chemical distribution in the oil and gas sector. For more information, visit CentriumEnergy.com.
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