Energyum
Brazil · Argentina — Energy Sector

We connect energy and business to power the future of oil and gas.

Business management and energy commercialization in the oil, gas, electric power, and midstream sectors — with deep knowledge of Vaca Muerta and a strategic presence in both markets.

2million m³/day
Largest Argentina–Brazil gas export contract, signed in 2024
1st
Argentina–Brazil gas molecule transfer via Bolivia, in 2025
2base countries
Strategic operations in Neuquén (Vaca Muerta) and São Paulo
Our Brand
Energyum

A reference in business management and energy commercialization in the oil, gas, electric power, and midstream sectors across Latin America.

NeuquénSão PauloCuritiba

Track record, proven results, and deep knowledge of the energy market.

A reference in business management and energy commercialization in the oil, gas, electric power, and midstream sectors.

Our team is made up of partners with extensive experience at multinational companies, having held senior leadership positions.

This unique combination of technical and strategic knowledge gives us an unmatched perspective on the challenges and opportunities of the Latin American energy market.

In addition to Neuquén and São Paulo, we also have a presence in Curitiba, Paraná State, expanding our service capacity in southern Brazil.

Recent Milestones
2024
First and largest gas export contract from Argentina to Brazil — 2 million m³/day.
2025
First transfer of the gas molecule from Argentina to Brazil via Bolivia.
Today
Development of a modern data center in Argentina, built to international security standards.
Argentina Base

Neuquen, the heart of Vaca Muerta

The world's second-largest unconventional gas reserve and fourth-largest in unconventional oil.

Base Brasil

Sao Paulo, a dynamic market

One of the region's most dynamic and fastest-growing energy markets.

Base Brasil

Curitiba, Parana

Strategic presence in southern Brazil, expanding our regional service and relationship capacity.

Why Choose Energyum

Expertise

Proven Experience

Experience built across global and local markets ensures solid strategies.

Presence

Local Connection

As local players in Neuquén and Brazil, we understand the particularities of each region.

Track Record

Pioneering Spirit

Innovative export contracts and cross-border logistics solutions.

Territory

Vaca Muerta

Deep knowledge of this world-class reserve.

Mission & Vision

To lead business management and energy commercialization in Latin America, offering integrated solutions across the oil, gas, electric power, LNG, and midstream logistics sectors — with a special focus on Vaca Muerta and Brazil.

To be recognized as the leading strategic partner in energy and logistics in Latin America, connecting markets with efficiency, sustainability, and innovation, driving Vaca Muerta forward and advancing regional logistics integration.

Our Services

Integrated energy and logistics solutions across the Argentine and Brazilian markets.

Energy Commercialization

Management and commercialization of natural gas, oil, electric power, and LNG.

Midstream Logistics Solutions

Gas pipeline, oil pipeline, and port terminal infrastructure.

Business Management

Identification of investment opportunities and strategic consulting.

Infrastructure Development

Gas pipelines, processing plants, and LNG terminals.

Consulting & Strategy

Technical and commercial consulting on Vaca Muerta and Brazil.

Representation & Relationship Management

Management of relationships with producers, transporters, and governments.

Data Center Solutions

Modern data center under development in Argentina, built to international standards.

Our Team

Partners with a track record at multinational companies and in the public sector.

Luis Fernando Montero
Founding Partner of Energyum

Lawyer and senior executive with more than 30 years of international experience in energy, oil and gas, infrastructure, and logistics. He is a founding partner of Energyum, where he leads the origination and structuring of cross-border energy businesses, with a special focus on integrating the Argentine and Brazilian markets, commercializing natural gas and electric power, developing LNG projects, and attracting investment to Vaca Muerta.

Since 2019 he has served as CEO of Zona Franca Zapala, a project whose design, construction, launch, and international expansion he led, establishing it as a strategic hub for the Vaca Muerta energy industry.

He built part of his career at Shell International, with positions in The Hague, Buenos Aires, and London, and later advised companies such as Petrobras Argentina and Mitsubishi Corporation. He is a lawyer from the Universidad de Buenos Aires, an Oil & Gas specialist, and is registered with the OAB São Paulo. He has extensive experience in P&L management, business development, international negotiation, regulation, and government relations.

Of Argentine and Italian nationality and based in Brazil, he is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, English, and Italian, in addition to intermediate French and basic Dutch.

Antonio Marques de Oliveira Neto
Founding Partner of Energyum

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Trust & Leadership

Backed by highly relevant clients in Brazil and Argentina.

From energy producers and refineries to international companies established in both countries.

Energy Producers
Refineries
Transporters
Regulatory Bodies
International Companies
Local Governments