What 2026 Could Look Like in the Utica Shale: Rig Counts, Operators, and Consolidation

As this year winds down, landowners in Eastern Ohio are already asking what 2026 may look like for drilling, rig counts, and operator activity. A lot can change in a year, but the early signals in the Utica Shale are worth paying attention to, especially with gas prices rising and several large operators preparing to […]

What Are You Paying for Mineral Rights?

We get this question a lot, and it’s an important one. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every mineral owner’s situation is unique. The value depends on several factors: At Gateway Royalty, we evaluate each property using a combination of production data from nearby wells, reservoir engineering, and local expertise. Because we’ve invested more […]

How Do You Sell Your Mineral Rights?

One of the biggest questions people have when they first begin to look into selling their mineral rights or royalties is: How does this process work?