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Minnesota Tribes File to Halt Line 3 Pipeline Approval Due to Virus
Two Native American tribes in northern Minnesota are asking state regulators to stop the imminent construction of Enbridge Energy's Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement, saying it would increase the risk of coronavirus infections spreading.
Gazprom Swings to Q3 Net Loss of $3.3B, Raises 2020 Exports Outlook
Russian gas giant Gazprom reported a loss of 251.3 billion roubles ($3.3 billion) for the third quarter due to the weak rouble, the company said on Monday, while it also raised its outlook for gas exports to Europe, a key source of revenue.
Nord Stream 2 to Resume Pipelaying This Year
Russia's Nord Stream 2 said it plans to resume pipelaying work on the short, final stretch of the stalled Moscow-backed gas pipeline to Europe, in spite of U.S. sanctions.
Norway's DNV GL Suspends Nord Stream 2 Work over U.S. Sanctions Fear
Norway's risk management and quality assurance firm DNV GL said it has suspended work on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project led by Russia's Gazprom for fear of being sanctioned by the United States.
ExxonMobil to Cut up to 300 Jobs in Canada
ExxonMobil said Wednesday that it plans to eliminate up to 300 jobs in Canada by the end of 2021 as part of its ongoing efforts to lower costs. It said the global pandemic has increased the urgency of its cutbacks.
Enbridge Sues Michigan Over Oil Pipeline Shutdown Order
Enbridge filed a legal challenge to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's recent demand that the company shut down its Line 5 oil pipeline that crosses the waterway connecting Lake Huron and Lake Michigan.
Canada Regulators Support NOVA's Edson Pipeline Expansion
The Commission of the Canada Energy Regulator has recommended federal cabinet approval of NOVA Gas Transmission Ltd.'s Edson Mainline Expansion Project.
Eni's Brass River Crude Exports Halted after Pipeline Explosions
Eni declared force majeure on exports of Nigerian Brass River crude oil following pipeline explosions in Bayelsa state, a source with direct knowledge of the matter said.
Corps of Engineers Grants Final Federal Permit for Enbridge Line 3
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved the final federal permit for Enbridge Energy's planned Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement across northern Minnesota, bringing the project a step closer to construction.
Williams Restructures Contracts with Bankrupt Chesapeake
Pipeline operator Williams Companies said on Monday it will take ownership of some of Chesapeake Energy Corp's assets in exchange for accepting lower gas gathering fees from the bankrupt shale producer.
Enbridge Adds Solar Facilities to Power Pipeline Operations
Enbridge is adding solar energy facility to help power its natural gas pipeline compressor stations, citing a recent pledge to green its operations.
Russia's Payments to Belarus for Contaminated Oil Still Unresolved
Russia and Belarus have yet to resolve differences over compensation for contaminated oil supplies last year, with the issue linked to a broader dispute between the ex-Soviet republics, industry sources said.
Court Allows Construction to Continue on Mountain Valley Pipeline
The U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a motion to stay a permit for the $5.8-$6.0 billion Mountain Valley natural gas pipeline from West Virginia to Virginia.
Venture Global Delays Plaquemines LNG Export FID to 2021
Sempra Energy's Costa Azul liquefied natural gas plant in Mexico will be the only North American LNG export project to go forward this year now that Venture Global delayed its plan to start on its proposed Plaquemines project in Louisiana until 2021.
TC Energy: Keystone XL Pipeline Fits Biden Agenda
The creation of union jobs and support by Indigenous investors will help convince U.S. President-elect Joe Biden that the Keystone XL pipeline fits into his “Build Back Better” agenda, an executive with TC Energy said.
First LNG Trains Delivered to Calcasieu Pass from Italy
Venture Global LNG moved a step closer to startup of its Calcasieu Pass LNG export facility with Baker Hughes’ delivery of the first two pre-built liquefaction trains to the project site in Cameron Parish, La.
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Artera Services Acquires Otis Eastern (photo: Otis Eastern/Artera) Artera Services, a natural gas and electric infrastructure services company, has completed the previously announced acquisition of Otis Eastern Service. Founded in 1936 and acquired by c..
Handling Pipe Remains Long-Standing Business for Montgomery Family
After startup in 1945 in Odessa, Texas, the family-owned pipeline stringing business that became MTI Logistics quickly expanded to unloading and stockpiling, and handling and storage of line pipe for construction projects.
Sonatrach to Expand Pipeline Network in New Contracts
Algeria’s national integrated oil and gas company Sonatrach’s short- to medium-term investment strategy has moved a notch higher after it signed contracts with six companies for construction of midstream, upstream and downstream projects
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Jemena Reveals Plans to Extend Eastern Gas Pipeline Newcastle and the Central Coast may soon be integrated further into Australia’s East Coast gas grid with leading energy infrastructure company, Jemena, today revealing plans to extend its 495-mile (797-km) Eastern Gas Pipeline (EGP) from Horsley ..
Callahan Pipeline Completed in Northeast Florida
Affiliates of Chesapeake Utilities and TECO Peoples Gas have completed the 27-mile Callahan Intrastate pipeline, underpinning natural gas service expansion in two Florida counties.
WhiteWater, MPLX Substantially Complete Agua Blanca Expansion
WhiteWater Midstream and MPLX announced the substantial completion of their Agua Blanca pipeline system expansion, which is expected to be in full service in early 2021.
Energy Transfer Sues North Dakota for Return of Documents
Dakota Access Pipeline developer Energy Transfer is suing for the return of thousands of documents held by North Dakota, saying the disclosure of those records could present a security risk.
Enbridge Aims to Drastically Cut Carbon Footprint
Canada's largest pipeline operator, Enbridge, set emissions reduction targets, hoping to be a net zero emitter of greenhouse gases by 2050.
Italy's Snam Takes First Steps into India with Hydrogen, Gas Deals
Italian gas group Snam has taken its first steps into India by signing a series of deals involving hydrogen and low-carbon mobility projects, the company said.
French Power Utility Engie Pulls Out of U.S. LNG Deal
French gas and power utility Engie has pulled out of a major U.S. LNG import deal after government concerns about its environmental implications.
Judge Dismisses Defamation Claim by Dakota Access Protester
A federal judge has dismissed part of a lawsuit by a New York City woman who was severely injured in an explosion while protesting the Dakota Access oil pipeline in North Dakota four years ago.
Freeport LNG Loads 100th Cargo
Freeport LNG today announced that it has loaded its 100th LNG cargo, which departed from Freeport LNG's terminal on Saturday.
Dresser NGS Expands Product Line with Acquisition of Flow Safe
Dresser Natural Gas Solutions has acquired Flow Safe in a move that enables the Houston-based measurement and instrumentation provider to offer over-pressure protection for its natural gas customers.
Losses Mount for Oil Companies as Pandemic Grips Economy
Already struggling with weak prices from oversupply, the pandemic has intensified the pain for oil and gas companies.
- 1,000-Mile Pipeline Exit Plan by Hope Gas Alarms West Virginia Producers
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Greenpeace Ordered to Pay $667 Million to Energy Transfer Over Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Boardwalk’s Texas Gas Launches Open Season for 2 Bcf/d Marcellus-to-Louisiana Pipeline Expansion
- New Alternatives for Noise Reduction in Gas Pipelines
- Construction Begins on Ghana's $12 Billion Petroleum Hub, But Not Without Doubts
- Missouri Loses Control Over 1.5 Million-Mile Gas Pipeline Network as Feds Step In
- South Dakota Governor Signs Bill Banning Eminent Domain for Carbon Pipeline
- Woodside May Delay Final Investment Decision on Louisiana LNG to Q2, CEO Says
