Natural Gas
Germany's SEFE Inks 10-Year Natural Gas Deal with Azerbaijan's SOCAR
Germany’s SEFE has signed a 10-year deal to receive natural gas from Azerbaijan’s SOCAR, with volumes reaching 1.5 Bcm annually as part of Europe’s push to diversify energy sources.
Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
Great Basin Gas Transmission closed its Binding Open Season for the 2028 Expansion Project in Northern Nevada, drawing strong shipper interest for an estimated $800 million–$1.2 billion gas pipeline upgrade.
OPSB Greenlights Williams-Backed Power Plant for Meta Data Center in Ohio
The Ohio Power Siting Board has approved construction of a 200 MW natural gas-fired power plant in New Albany, Ohio. The facility, backed by Williams Companies and serving a Meta-affiliated data center, will operate off-grid and be powered by future gas pipelines.
Anaergia to Build Biogas Facility on South Korea’s Jeju Island in $29 Million Deal
Anaergia Singapore Pte. Ltd., a subsidiary of Anaergia Inc., has signed a conditional contract to design and build a biogas facility on Jeju Island, South Korea.
U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
A new report finds that 80% of planned U.S. natural gas pipeline capacity—totaling 99 Bcf/d—is geared toward liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports rather than domestic energy needs, raising concerns over long-term emissions and consumer energy costs.
Canada Confirms Work Has Begun on 559-Mile Prince Rupert Gas Pipeline
Canadian officials confirmed construction has begun on the 559-mile Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline, ensuring the project's environmental certificate remains active as it moves forward to support LNG exports from British Columbia.
PetroReconcavo Buys 50% Stake in Brazil Gas Assets for $65 Million
PetroReconcavo has acquired a 50% stake in midstream natural gas infrastructure in Brazil's Rio Grande do Norte from Brava Energia for $65 million, including processing units and a gas pipeline.
U.S. Gas Prices Near 3-Week High Despite Weaker Demand
U.S. natural gas prices held near a three-week high as falling output offset weaker demand forecasts tied to seasonal LNG plant maintenance. Futures remained steady, while exports and pipeline flows continued to fluctuate across North America.
Britain’s Centrica Signs $27 Billion Gas Deal with Norway’s Equinor
Centrica has signed a $27 billion agreement with Equinor to supply 10% of the UK’s gas demand for a decade starting in 2025, amid efforts to secure energy and explore future hydrogen transition.
NW Natural Expands Texas Footprint with $60 Million Hughes Gas Acquisition
NW Natural Holdings has acquired Texas-based Hughes Gas Resources for $60 million, expanding its regulated utility presence in the Houston area through SiEnergy.
ONEOK Takes Full Control of Delaware Basin JV in $940 Million Deal
ONEOK has acquired the remaining 49.9% stake in its Delaware Basin joint venture from NGP XI Midstream Holdings in a $940 million cash-and-stock deal, expanding its control over natural gas operations in West Texas and New Mexico.
PureWest, Gunvor Partner to Deliver Verified Low-Carbon Gas
PureWest and Gunvor are teaming up to deliver ISO-verified low-carbon gas, backed by blockchain tracking, to help industries meet emissions targets and scale decarbonization efforts.
Ameresco Nets $71 Million from RNG Tax Credit Sale
Ameresco Inc. has secured $71 million in proceeds from the sale of investment tax credits (ITCs) generated by three of its landfill-gas-to-renewable natural gas (RNG) projects.
ADNOC’s XRG Targets 25 Million Tons of LNG, Gas Capacity Per Year by 2035
Abu Dhabi’s XRG, backed by ADNOC, is targeting 20–25 million tons of gas and LNG capacity by 2035 as part of a bold new strategy. The investment arm is eyeing acquisitions in North America and positioning itself as a global energy player.
U.S. Midstream Report: Natural Gas Pipeline Growth Drives 2025 Optimism
In this midyear outlook, P&GJ Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed highlights major pipeline projects in the Permian and Haynesville that signal growth in natural gas infrastructure. With LNG demand and political momentum driving new construction, optimism is returning to the U.S. midstream sector—even as permitting challenges persist.
Global News May 2025
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
Corrosion-Linked Blast Disables Iraq Gas Pipeline Near Kirkuk
An explosion and fire disabled a gas pipeline in Iraq’s Kirkuk region, halting domestic supply to power stations in Baiji. Officials from North Gas Co. attributed the blast to pipeline corrosion, with repairs expected to take two days.
Billionaire Razon to Acquire 60% of First Gen’s Gas Assets for $896 Million
Billionaire Enrique Razon’s Prime Infra will acquire a 60% stake in First Gen’s gas business for $896 million, with the Lopez family retaining 40%. The deal includes a planned facility in Batangas and aligns with First Gen’s push to expand renewables.
Wood Mackenzie: U.S. Gas Sector Set to Benefit as Henry Hub Prices Poised to Climb
Wood Mackenzie analysts project Henry Hub gas prices will rise to $5 by 2030 and $6 by 2035, driven by surging demand from data centers, LNG exports, and domestic manufacturing. The firm identifies EQT, Expand, and Antero as top producers most exposed to the upside.
North Dakota’s Bakken Basin Set for Midstream Comeback, Experts Say
Experts see a midstream resurgence in North Dakota’s Bakken region, citing increased oil and gas production, pipeline expansions, and long-term infrastructure planning.
Marcellus and Utica Push Ahead Despite Regulatory Hurdles
As President Trump’s administration signals support for domestic energy, midstream leaders in the Marcellus and Appalachian region push for permitting reform, expanded pipeline infrastructure, and policy changes to drive oil and gas growth.
Controversial 98-Mile Gas Pipeline to Link Malta, Italy Draws EU Pushback
A gas pipeline between Malta and Italy has become one of the EU’s most contentious energy projects — with ties to scandal, climate backlash, and high-stakes political pressure. What’s really behind the Melita pipeline debate?
Williams to Revive Constitution, NESE Pipelines in Joint Effort with Regulators
Williams announced on Thursday its efforts with federal and state regulators to revive two previously canceled natural gas pipelines from Pennsylvania to New York. Williams canceled Constitution in 2020 after years of fighting for permits from New York regulators and canceled NESE in 2024 after fighting for permits from regulators in both New York and New Jersey.
Matador Boosts Gas Processing Capacity with Marlan Plant Expansion
The successful expansion of the Marlan Plant on time and on budget adds an incremental 200 million cubic feet per day of natural gas for a new total capacity of 260 MMcf/d in New Mexico.
BP Delivers First Gas from Trinidad's Mento Field
bp Trinidad and Tobago (bpTT) has safely delivered first gas through connection of the initial discovery well at the Mento development, offshore Trinidad. Mento is a 50/50 joint venture between bpTT and EOG Resources. bpTT and EOG are currently working on the Coconut gas development under a similar joint venture arrangement, with start-up expected in 2027.
Natural Gas Flows to Freeport LNG Plant Dropped Wednesday, Sources Say
Natural gas flows to a Freeport liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plant in Texas declined on Wednesday, likely leading to a reduction in LNG output, two sources said. When flows to Freeport drop, gas prices in the U.S. usually decline due to lower demand from the plant for the fuel. Freeport declined to comment.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Drop to One-Week Low Amid Talk of Freeport LNG Reduction
U.S. natural gas futures fell about 6% on Wednesday to a one-week low in volatile contract expiration trade, pressured by an expected decline in gas flows to LNG export plants. Traders said Freeport LNG in Texas might reduce output and they pointed to forecasts for less demand this week than previously expected.
Pipeline Projects Boost Midstream Capacity Across Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia
Four major pipeline projects across Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia are expanding South America's midstream capacity in 2025, including natural gas and crude oil infrastructure developments.
China's LNG Demand Slows on Rising Gas Output, Pipeline Supplies
China's rising natural gas output and pipeline supply are slowing its liquefied natural gas imports this year, capping prices in the region, but industry executives expect LNG demand from its industrial and power sectors to grow in the long run.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Rise Slightly on Output Dip, Increased Demand
U.S. natural gas futures edged up about 1% on Tuesday after the long U.S. Memorial Day holiday weekend, on a drop in output so far this month, forecasts for more demand this week than previously expected and hotter-than-normal weather this summer that should boost the amount of gas power generators burn to keep air conditioners humming.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Enbridge Plans 86-Mile Pipeline Expansion, Bringing 850 Workers to Northern B.C.
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- Intensity, Rainbow Energy to Build 344-Mile Gas Pipeline Across North Dakota
- TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
- A Systematic Approach To Ensuring Pipeline Integrity
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
- Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
- Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
