FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 30, 2015
BELMONT COUNTY, OH — Gateway Royalty, a mineral and royalty acquisition company specializing in Ohio’s Utica Shale, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in St. Clairsville, Ohio, marking the company’s official expansion into Belmont County.
Belmont County has quickly emerged as one of Ohio’s leading centers for Utica Shale activity and has led the state in permits issued during the first half of 2015.
Why Belmont County Matters Now
With over 540 square miles of land bordered by Monroe, Jefferson, Guernsey, Harrison, and Noble counties, and West Virginia, Belmont County offers strategic diversity in the Utica Shale play. While central and eastern Belmont feature predominantly dry gas wells, the county also includes eastern fringes of the condensate window, creating significant potential for future development.
What This Means for Mineral Owners
- Local Presence = Better Service: A Gateway office in St. Clairsville means faster responses, face-to-face support, and a team rooted in your community.
- Access to Expert Evaluations: Today’s energy market demands nuanced understanding of both gas and emerging condensate zones. Gateway’s data-driven approach ensures fair, transparent offers whether your land is in a dry-gas area or near the light condensate field.
- Community Partnership: Gateway has long supported local initiatives, including the Belmont County Fair and 4-H youth programs. Our investment in St. Clairsville reflects our dedication to being more than a business: we’re a partner in this community.
Gateway’s Commitment to Belmont County
“Belmont has become a hotspot for shale development, but not every acre is the same,” said Blaine Grace, a Mineral Buyer at Gateway Royalty. “We’re here to help landowners understand their land’s value in real time and give them options, whether that means selling now, waiting for drilling, or staying informed.”
“Every time we support local fairs and programs it’s because we’re part of this area,” added Chris Oldham, President of Gateway Royalty. “Our landmen live here, shop here, and send their kids to school here. Standing next to you at school events and county fairs isn’t just good business, it’s who we are.”
About Gateway Royalty
Founded in 2012 in Carrollton, Ohio, Gateway Royalty combines data-driven mineral acquisition with deep regional expertise.
Visit Our New Office
Gateway Royalty, LLC
116 E. Main St.
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Phone (740) 296-5757
