Sentinel Midstream Begins Construction on Texas GulfLink Deepwater Port
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Sentinel Midstream LLC (Sentinel) commences construction on its Texas GulfLink deepwater port, marking a significant milestone enabled by funding received pursuant to the U.S. - Japan Trade Agreement.
“Texas GulfLink is about more than infrastructure, it is about unlocking the full potential of American energy. This project creates a direct path from one of the most liquid crude hubs in the world to global markets, strengthening our allies, improving trade dynamics, and reinforcing the United States as the supplier of choice in an increasingly uncertain energy landscape,” said Jeff Ballard, chief executive officer of Sentinel Midstream.
“We are proud to be a trusted partner of both the U.S. and Japan Governments and help lead the next chapter of American oil exports,” added Ballard.
The project advances in coordination with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Government of Japan and reflects the shared commitment to strengthening global energy security and expanding U.S. export infrastructure. Sentinel will lead the development of Texas GulfLink, overseeing construction, commercial operations, and long-term management of the terminal.
Funding provided under the U.S. - Japan Trade Agreement, pursuant to executive order 14345 signed on September 4, 2025, underscores continued international confidence in U.S. energy infrastructure and supports the expansion of American crude oil exports to global markets.
Upon this commencement, Texas GulfLink will immediately begin construction of its deepwater crude oil export terminal, unlocking a new level of market access for U.S. producers, creating high-quality American jobs, and reinforcing the United States’ role as a reliable global energy supplier.
“Dallas-based Sentinel Midstream is playing a critical role in expanding Texas’s energy infrastructure and exporting American energy to our allies. When I became the top Republican on the Senate Commerce Committee, I made securing federal approval for deepwater port projects one of my top priorities and fought to move them forward. Texas Gulf Link is now coming to fruition — supporting thousands of jobs and delivering billions in investment across Texas,” said Ted Cruz, United States Senator of Texas.
“The historic U.S. - Japan Trade Deal is driving another investment forward. This time into another American energy supplier. The milestone will bring jobs and acceleration to the Gulf of America for years to come, and I look forward to Japan and Sentinel Midstream’s progress ahead in delivering clean, affordable and efficient energy production to American consumers in this win for the Trump administration,” said Howard Lutnick, United States Secretary of Commerce.
Sentinel Midstream is a Dallas-based developer and operator of integrated energy infrastructure, with deep capabilities across commercial development, project execution, and operations. Through its affiliated companies, Sentinel owns and operates crude oil transportation and terminal systems across Texas and Louisiana, connecting U.S. supply to Gulf Coast refineries and global markets. Partnered with Cresta Fund Management, Sentinel brings together institutional capital, strong commercial relationships, and proven operating expertise to deliver critical infrastructure at scale. Jones Day advised Sentinel in connection with the advancement of Texas GulfLink.
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