Natural Gas
Enstor Seeks FERC Approval to Double Capacity of Mississippi Hub Natural Gas Storage Facility
Enstor Gas LLC has submitted an application to FERC through its affiliate, Mississippi Hub LLC, for an expansion of its natural gas storage facility located in Simpson County, Mississippi.
Mitsubishi and Partners to Establish Coalition for Advancing Electric Natural Gas
Mitsubishi Corp. said on Tuesday it will form an international coalition with seven other firms including TotalEnergies and Tokyo Gas to support development and production of electric natural gas (e-NG).
Viridi Energy to Develop Renewable Natural Gas Facility in Maine
Viridi Energy said on Tuesday it has acquired a biosolids digester plant in Brunswick, Maine, as part of its plans to develop a facility to convert waste into renewable natural gas (RNG) in the state.
Pembina Receives Regulatory Approval to Acquire Enbridge's Interest in Joint Ventures
Pembina Pipeline said on Tuesday the Canadian Competition Bureau has approved its proposed $2.28 billion acquisition of Enbridge's interests in the Alliance, Aux Sable, and NRGreen joint ventures.
TotalEnergies Readies Port Arthur, Texas FCC for Restart
TotalEnergies was preparing on Friday to restart the gasoline-producing fluidic catalytic cracker (FCC) over the weekend at its 238,000 barrel-per-day Port Arthur, Texas refinery, said people familiar with plant operations.
Ukraine Declines Extension of Russian Gas Transit Deal
Ukraine said on Sunday it does not plan to prolong a five-year deal with Russia's Gazprom on the transit of Russian gas to Europe or to sign another one.
Oil Mergers, Clean Fuels Take Center Stage at Houston Energy Conference
Top oil executives and ministers descend on Houston this week for one of the world's biggest energy conferences emboldened by blockbuster mergers, stable oil prices and less pressure for a large-scale move to clean fuels.
New Foundation Chair Focusing on Boosting Strategic Plan
With safety being at the forefront of all things concerning pipeline projects, new INGAA Chair Sean Nicholson certainly comes well-equipped for his new role. In this exclusive interview with Pipeline & Gas Journal, Nicholson discusses his plans and priorities as the new chair of INGAA.
Reuniting EQT and Equitrans: Navigating a Volatile Gas Market
Gas producer EQT’s old management weathered an activist investor outcry, squeaked through an expensive deal, and spun off its pipeline division - only to be ejected by the executives they bought out.
TC Energy to Sell 470-Mile British Columbia Gas Pipeline to Ksi Lisims LNG Partners
The pipeline project, which TC will sell to Ksi Lisims co-developers Nisga'a Nation and Houston-based Western LNG, is permitted to move up to 3.6 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day across British Columbia.
Russia's Gazprom Seeks Over $900 Million in Gas Dispute Damages from Polish Companies
In 2022, Poland terminated its agreement with Russia to receive Russian gas via the Yamal gas pipeline after Warsaw rejected a demand to pay for the fuel in rubles and Moscow responded by cutting off supplies.
Italy Abandons $5.2 Billion Gas Storage Tariff Plan Amid EU Concerns
Italy's energy authority said it had shelved plans for a tariff to cover the cost of keeping gas stockpiles full, following widespread criticism from energy companies and European Union objections.
Israel's NewMed Delays $2 Billion BP, ADNOC Buy-In Offer Amid Regional Uncertainty
A $2 billion offer by Abu Dhabi's national oil company and BP to buy a 50% stake in Israeli gas producer NewMed has been put on hold due to uncertainty in the region, NewMed said on Wednesday.
SONATRACH and Huawei Launch Smart Fiber Sensing Solution for Oil, Gas Pipelines
This innovative solution integrates advanced fiber optic sensing technology to enhance pipeline security, intelligence, and operational efficiency.
Kimmeridge Makes $2.1 Billion Offer for SilverBow, Proposing Pipeline Assets Merger
Kimmeridge Energy Management has submitted a new offer to acquire SilverBow Resources that values the U.S. oil and gas producer at close to $2.1 billion, including debt, the investment firm said on Wednesday.
Nord Stream Sues Insurers in London Over 2022 Pipeline Explosions
Nord Stream is seeking more than $436 million from its insurers over explosions in 2022 which ruptured pipelines designed to transport Russian gas to Germany, court filings show.
CNX Resources Delays Production Activities, Expects Volume Decline Amid Weak Gas Prices
U.S. energy firm CNX Resources said on Tuesday it expects lower production volumes in 2024 as it is delaying some well completion activities amid weak natural gas prices.
European Energy Giants Urge U.S. Regulators to Reject Venture Global LNG's Permit Extension
Top European energy companies on Friday asked U.S. regulators to reject Venture Global LNG's request for a one-year construction permit extension to its Louisiana export plant.
Shell's LNG, Gas, and Power Trading Chief Steve Hill to Depart Company
Hill joined Shell in 2016 following the $53 billion acquisition of rival BG Group. He has headed Shell Energy, which oversees business-to-business LNG, gas and power trading, part of the company's downstream division.
Japan Bolsters LNG Supplies, Relying More on Allies Australia and U.S.
Resource-scarce Japan is shoring up long-term supplies of liquefied natural gas from close allies Australia and the United States as key contracts from providers including Russia are set to expire by the early 2030s.
Texas Sues EPA Over Methane Emission Rules for Oil and Gas Sector
Texas sued the U.S. government over Environmental Protection Agency rules published on Friday, that crack down on the oil and gas industry's releases of methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change.
Enterprise Products Launches Texas Western Products System, Expanding Fuel Operations
Enterprise Products Partners L.P. has announced that the first phase of its Texas Western Products System (TW Products System) is now in service with the start of truck loading operations at the company’s new Permian terminal in Gaines County, Texas.
EQT and Equitrans Midstream to Merge in $5.5 Billion Natural Gas Deal
EQT Corp., the leading U.S. natural gas producer, is set to acquire Equitrans Midstream in a deal valued at $5.5 billion. The merger will bolster cost-effective production and transportation of natural gas by incorporating over 2,000 miles of pipeline infrastructure into EQT's operations.
Chevron's CEO Faces High-Stakes Battle Over Hess Acquisition
Chevron CEO Michael Wirth is facing a head-to-head match with Exxon Mobil with his $53 billion bid for Hess and its stake in oil hotspot Guyana, and could wind up trapped in a dispute between two of South America’s biggest energy rivals.
Enbridge Completes Acquisition of EOG from Dominion Energy, Expanding Gas Utility Portfolio
Enbridge Inc. announced the closing of its acquisition of The East Ohio Gas Company (EOG) from Dominion Energy, Inc. The gas utility will be doing business as Enbridge Gas Ohio and will join Enbridge's Gas Distribution and Storage Business Unit.
U.S. Democrats Urge Antitrust Probe into Oil, Gas Mergers
Nearly 50 Democrats in the U.S. Congress on Wednesday urged the Federal Trade Commission to probe oil and gas company deals and expand current investigations to protect consumers and industry competition.
Hess Reassesses Chevron's $53 Billion Merger Timeline Amid Exxon's Bid
U.S. oil producer Hess said on Thursday it was reviewing the timeline for closing its merger with Chevron, after oil major Exxon Mobil signaled a potential counter offer for Hess's Guyana assets.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Steady Ahead of Federal Storage Report
U.S. natural gas futures were little changed on Thursday as the market waited for direction from a federal report expected to show a much smaller-than-usual storage withdrawal last week when warmer-than-normal weather kept heating demand low.
Turkey Inks Oil and Gas Cooperation Pact with Somalia
Turkey signed an offshore oil and natural gas cooperation deal with Somalia on Thursday, the Turkish Energy Ministry said, further strengthening bilateral ties after agreeing a defense deal last month.
Santos Faces Fresh Legal Setback Over $2.4 Billion Narrabri Gas Project
The decision returns the project to the uncertainty of a legal dispute months after Santos won a court battle allowing it to resume pipeline construction at its Barossa gas project.
- Keystone Oil Pipeline Resumes Operations After Temporary Shutdown
- Freeport LNG Plant Runs Near Zero Consumption for Fifth Day
- Biden Administration Buys Oil for Emergency Reserve Above Target Price
- Mexico Seizes Air Liquide's Hydrogen Plant at Pemex Refinery
- Enbridge to Invest $500 Million in Pipeline Assets, Including Expansion of 850-Mile Gray Oak Pipeline
- Enbridge Receives Approval to Begin Service on Louisiana Venice Gas Pipeline Project
- U.S. to Acquire 3 Million Barrels of Oil for Emergency Reserve in September
- AG&P LNG Acquires 49% Stake in Vietnam's Cai Mep LNG Terminal
- BP's Carbon Emissions Increase in 2023, Ending Decline Since 2019
- Texas Sues EPA Over Methane Emission Rules for Oil and Gas Sector
