Updated
Updated · Bloomberg · Jul 14
SLB, Liberty Energy Partner on Gas-Fired Data Centers as AI Demand Spurs Global Buildout
Updated
Updated · Bloomberg · Jul 14

SLB, Liberty Energy Partner on Gas-Fired Data Centers as AI Demand Spurs Global Buildout

2 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jul 14

Summary

  • SLB and Liberty Energy agreed to jointly supply data centers, with SLB providing prefabricated modular components and Liberty supplying natural gas-fired power generation.
  • The partnership targets global data center development, extending both companies beyond core oilfield services as energy firms chase demand tied to the AI boom.
  • SLB is the world's largest oilfield service provider, making the deal a notable sign that traditional energy suppliers are moving deeper into data center infrastructure.

Insights

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