Vivakor, an integrated provider of energy transportation, storage, reuse, and remediation services, announced it has entered into a Collaboration Agreement with Neuralix, Inc. (“Neuralix”) to deploy Neuralix’s advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology across Vivakor’s midstream operations. The Companies also intend to establish a joint venture to co-market Neuralix’s platform to third-party operators in the midstream energy sector.
Neuralix, a Houston-based technology company, specializes in AI-driven digital transformation across energy, oil and gas, and manufacturing sectors. Its proprietary platform leverages advanced analytics and machine learning to deliver predictive insights into energy flows, asset performance, and operational risk.
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The initial deployment will focus on optimizing Vivakor’s core business functions, including:
- Transportation & Route Optimization – dynamic routing to reduce fuel costs and emissions.
- Predictive Maintenance – AI-driven monitoring of assets to minimize downtime and extend lifecycle performance.
- Resource Allocation – real-time decision support for storage and remediation projects to improve service delivery and cost efficiency.
The collaboration also outlines a phased roadmap to jointly market the Neuralix AI platform to third-party midstream companies, enabling wider industry adoption of predictive, sustainability-focused digital technologies.
James Ballengee, Chief Executive Officer of Vivakor, commented:
“We are thrilled to partner with Neuralix AI, a leader in artificial intelligence solutions. This collaboration will allow Vivakor to optimize transportation while reducing carbon emissions. It is a transformative step for our Company—by integrating this powerful AI into our core operations, we can unlock efficiencies, improve service capabilities, and strengthen our position as a forward-thinking energy operator committed to sustainability.”
Vikram Jayaram, Chief Executive Officer of Neuralix, commented:
“This collaboration with Vivakor represents exactly what Neuralix was built for—turning complex midstream operations into a source of predictive insight and measurable ROI. By combining Vivakor’s operational expertise with our AI-driven platform, we are not just optimizing routes, assets, and resources—we are shaping a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy future.”
This partnership underscores Vivakor’s broader strategy of embracing digital transformation to enhance profitability, reduce environmental impact, and deliver reliable services to customers. The companies expect to finalize the Joint Venture Agreement by year-end 2025, subject to ongoing negotiations.
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