HOUSTON, July 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Gateway Energy Corporation (OTCBB: GNRG) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a natural gas pipeline from American Midstream Partners, L.P. (“American Midstream”) for an undisclosed purchase price. On July 12, 2011, Gateway and American Midstream submitted a joint petition to the New York Public Service Commission (“PSC”) to effect the asset transfer. The acquisition is expected to close by September 30, 2011, subject to PSC approval and if certain other conditions are met.

The pipeline delivers natural gas into a plant owned by Owens Corning in Delmar, New York. In connection with the acquisition, Gateway will enter into a new long-term contract with Owens Corning to transport natural gas at a fixed monthly rate.

Mr. Pevow commented, “We are excited about expanding our relationship with Owens Corning at a new location. The acquisition is consistent with our strategy to increase our ownership of pipelines which serve end users of natural gas pursuant to long-term, fixed price contracts.”

About Gateway Energy

Gateway Energy Corporation owns and operates natural gas distribution, transportation, and gathering systems onshore in the continental United States and in federal and state waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

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SOURCE Gateway Energy Corporation