Virginia Natural Gas announces new Operations Headquarters in Chesapeake
Investment to enhance service capabilities across growing Chesapeake region
CHESAPEAKE, VA – May 23, 2025 – Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) is proud to announce the groundbreaking of its new Operations Headquarters at 401 Clearfield Avenue. The new Operations Headquarters will be home to approximately 150 team members currently located in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, further solidifying VNG's commitment to being a valued neighbor to the families, schools and businesses in this corridor.
VNG has partnered with local elected officials, staff, businesses and residents in nearby communities to ensure this project aligns with the needs and aspirations of the city.
“We are excited to embark on this new chapter with the groundbreaking of our Operations Headquarters in Chesapeake" said Shannon O. Pierce, President and CEO of Virginia Natural Gas. "This investment underscores our dedication to the community and our role in supporting economic growth and sustainability in the region. As VNG celebrates our 175th anniversary this year, we look forward to continuing to serve the families, schools, hospitals, small businesses, large employers and military installations in Chesapeake and in the region.”
The new facility will complement VNG’s Corporate Headquarters in Virginia Beach. The groundbreaking ceremony for the Operations Headquarters is scheduled for May 27, 2025.
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About Virginia Natural Gas
Virginia Natural Gas is one of four natural gas distribution companies under Southern Company Gas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO). Serving over 310,000 customers in southeast Virginia, Virginia Natural Gas was again named a Top Workplace in 2024. The company has earned recognition for its safety, reliability and customer focus among natural gas service providers, and was named 2024 LDC of the Year by the VA Dept of Energy and VA Oil & Gas Association. For more information, visit virginianaturalgas.com and connect with the company on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.
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