Question 1

Will Amigo LNG privatize Bahía Catalina?

Accepted Answer

No. The Amigo LNG project is being developed in an area that does not include Bahía Catalina or directly affect it. Therefore, public access to and use of Bahía Catalina are not part of the project, will not be modified by it, and will not be restricted under any circumstances.It is important to clarify that the administration of this area corresponds exclusively to the competent authorities responsible for the Federal Maritime-Terrestrial Zone, not to Amigo LNG.

Question 2

Will Bahía Catalina remain a public beach for the people of Guaymas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely. Amigo LNG will not restrict public access to Bahía Catalina under any circumstances. On the contrary, the project includes the development and improvement of a new access road in the area, which will provide much safer and more comfortable arrival conditions than those that currently exist.In addition, our commitment includes measures aimed at preserving and maintaining free access to all public-use and recreational areas in the zone, ensuring that Bahía Catalina continues to be a place for all residents of Guaymas to enjoy.

Question 3

Will dredging be required for the construction of the terminal?

Accepted Answer

No. The project's location in the Port of Guaymas was strategically selected under an unwavering commitment to respect the integrity of our region and preserve the health of its marine ecosystem.As a fundamental part of our planning process, we conducted specialized bathymetric studies at the site, which confirmed that the area has natural depth conditions that allow us to operate without the need for dredging works. Unlike other areas where intervention on the seabed is essential for navigation, here nature provides an advantage that allows us to rule out any modification of the seabed.This choice is, above all, an ethical decision: we prioritize the conservation of the coastal environment and the protection of our marine wealth above any other operational consideration. In this way, we ensure that Amigo LNG's presence is fully compatible with the care and preservation of the natural heritage we share in Guaymas.

Question 4

How will health and air quality be protected in the region?

Accepted Answer

Our priority is to ensure a healthy environment for the families of Guaymas and Empalme. We understand that air quality is a fundamental pillar of public health; therefore, the design and operation of our terminal incorporate cutting-edge technology to ensure that our impact is as minimal as possible.To actively protect public health, we have established the following measures:Minimization of emissions at the source: We use high-efficiency systems that reduce the release of combustion gases (such as nitrogen oxides and particulate matter). By optimizing our processes from the design stage, we prevent these emissions from reaching concentrations that could affect respiratory health or the well-being of our neighbors.Preventive and transparent monitoring: We will implement an air quality monitoring program in collaboration with specialized institutions. This monitoring is not only a technical record, but a preventive health tool: it will allow us to detect any variation immediately and ensure that atmospheric conditions in the area always remain within safety standards for the population.Well-being-oriented compliance: The results of our monitoring will be rigorously verified under environmental and health regulations. This commitment allows us to report clearly and transparently, ensuring that the project's development is fully compatible with everyone's right to live in a clean and healthy environment.

Question 5

How will health and water quality be protected in the region?

Accepted Answer

Protection of water resources is an absolute priority in our project. To ensure that our presence is fully compatible with the well-being of the community and the ecosystem, we have implemented the following strategies:Self-sufficiency and protection of local infrastructure: The terminal will have its own state-of-the-art Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). This allows us to manage and treat all water derived from our operations independently, without using or affecting public drinking water and sanitation infrastructure in Guaymas and Empalme.Responsible management and continuous monitoring: The water treated at our facilities is managed under strict controls to ensure that it meets the most rigorous environmental standards before any discharge or disposal, always in strict compliance with current regulations.Safeguarding the marine ecosystem: Our commitment includes a permanent water quality monitoring program in the project's area of influence. This program is intended to verify that our processes do not alter the health of the marine environment, thereby protecting the flora, fauna, and biodiversity that are part of our region's natural heritage.

Question 6

What is the purpose of the Amigo LNG terminal? Is it only for export?

Accepted Answer

No. Our fundamental purpose is to strengthen Mexico's energy sovereignty and sufficiency; the project was designed from the outset with the firm conviction that the absolute priority must be the benefit and development of our country.For this reason, the terminal will function primarily as a strategic storage and distribution node to ensure that natural gas, a key fuel for the transition toward cleaner energy sources, reaches the country's different regions in a constant and reliable manner, strengthening our energy security in the face of demand peaks or contingencies.Exports to international markets are a secondary activity: only after fully guaranteeing supply and strategic reserves for Mexico's domestic consumption will we use Guaymas' privileged logistics location to place surplus volumes abroad. In this way, the project not only helps the country meet its energy modernization commitments, but also uses this global projection to trigger investment, infrastructure, and quality jobs directly here in our Guaymas region.

Question 7

Will there be jobs for residents of Guaymas and Empalme?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as a priority. In fact, this commitment is already a reality: we currently have professionals and personnel from the region who are actively part of the project, demonstrating our confidence in local talent from the earliest stages.Going forward, this local rootedness will multiply. During the construction phase, we project the generation of approximately 6,000 jobs, followed by hundreds of permanent positions during operation in technical, administrative, and service areas. Our objective is for families in Guaymas and Empalme to be the main beneficiaries of these opportunities; therefore, we will maintain ongoing training programs to ensure that local residents can access specialized and better-paid positions.This same principle applies to the local economy: we will implement a policy that gives full priority to local businesses, contractors, and suppliers for the provision of goods and services. In this way, we ensure that the terminal's development continues to promote direct well-being, strong commerce, and the growth of the community to which we already belong.

Question 8

Does Amigo LNG collaborate with universities, research centers, and civil society organizations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is a fundamental pillar of our integration with the community. We are guided by the conviction that the development of a project of this magnitude must move forward hand in hand with scientific knowledge and the talent of our region.This vision is already a concrete reality: we currently maintain collaboration agreements with key institutions such as the Guaymas Institute of Technology (ITG), the Technological University of Guaymas (UTG), and the Sonora Institute of Technology (ITSON). Through these partnerships, we actively promote academic engagement, professional internships, and specific technical training programs that open doors for local university students to develop in the modern energy sector.Under this same approach of openness, we maintain open channels with research centers and civil society organizations. Our intention is to permanently add local knowledge, experience, and proposals from the scientific and social community, ensuring that the terminal's operation not only complies with regulations, but also actively contributes to the sustainability and progress of the natural and intellectual heritage we share in Sonora.

Question 9

How does Amigo LNG integrate whale protection into its marine operations?

Accepted Answer

Amigo LNG integrates whale protection into the design of its marine operations through a marine coexistence approach that combines LNG carriers with capacities below 178,000 m³, avoiding the use of ultra-large LNG carriers, lower vessel speeds, quieter modern propulsion systems, and advanced monitoring technologies.This approach is designed to reduce potential disturbances and risks to whales and other marine mammals by embedding environmental protection directly into vessel selection, navigation, speed management, and operational decision-making.

Question 10

What technologies will Amigo LNG use to detect and monitor whales?

Accepted Answer

As part of its marine protection strategy, Amigo LNG is developing an integrated whale monitoring system that combines trained visual observers, AI-enabled detection, thermal imaging, real-time acoustic monitoring, remote Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) buoys, and advanced navigation technologies.These systems are designed to detect whale presence early, support route adjustments, facilitate vessel speed reductions, and generate verifiable operational records throughout vessel transit.

Question 11

What happens if a whale is detected during the transit of an Amigo LNG vessel?

Accepted Answer

Amigo LNG's whale monitoring system is designed to detect whale presence up to 5 kilometers away, allowing preventive measures to be implemented before a vessel approaches the animal.When a whale is detected, the vessel's speed will be reduced to less than 10 knots. If a whale is confirmed within 2 kilometers of the vessel, the ship will come to a complete stop in accordance with the project's operational procedures.These measures are part of Amigo LNG's marine coexistence approach, which integrates technology, monitoring, and responsible navigation practices to support the protection of whales and other marine mammals throughout its marine operations.

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