About NiQuan
Founded in 2008 by Ainsley Gill, NiQuan Energy LLC initially focused on energy consulting before transitioning into a clean energy pioneer through Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) technology. By repurposing underutilized assets and leveraging advanced GTL processes, NiQuan positioned itself to drive transformative impact in the energy sector.
Under Gill’s visionary leadership, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries, establishing itself as a leader in sustainable energy. NiQuan’s small-scale GTL approach exemplifies innovative, scalable solutions for clean energy production. With nearly $1 billion invested in Trinidad and the expansion into Louisiana, NiQuan is strategically positioned to deliver high-value, low-carbon fuels and materials, advancing the clean energy landscape.
2008
NELLC
(NiQuan Energy LLC)
NiQuan Energy LLC is incorporated in Maryland, USA.
2012
NETL
(NiQuan Energy Trinidad Ltd)
NiQuan establishes its subsidiary, NiQuan Energy Trinidad Limited (NETL), under the laws of Trinidad & Tobago.
2018
GTL ASSETS
ACQUISITION
NETL acquires the former World GTL (WGTL) assets at Pointe-à-Pierre, Trinidad, through receivership.
2019
DUE DILIGENCE
& ENGINEERING STUDY
Completion of due diligence and the Front-End Loading (FEL) 3 engineering study.
2020-2022
CONSTRUCTION
& COMMISSIONING
Procurement, construction, and full commissioning of the plant, with the first on-spec product achieved.
2024
COMMERCIALLY
PROVEN, 1ST PLANT
NETL becomes the first safely operating, commercially proven small-scale GTL plant in the world, with a nameplate capacity of 100,800 gallons per day.
2024
GROWTH STRATEGY
2ND PLANT
NiQuan acquires its second brownfield plant in Westlake, Louisiana, with plans to complete a 42,000 gallons per day GTL facility focused on producing premium-value wax and low-carbon aviation fuel using its proven technology.