Gas

Tellurian Shareholders Approve $1.2 Billion Acquisition by Woodside

Tellurian shareholders have approved the proposed $1.2 billion acquisition by Woodside Energy, which includes the U.S. Gulf Coast Driftwood LNG export project. The deal aims to address Tellurian's financial challenges following setbacks and cancelled supply agreements.

Japan Becomes Top Buyer of LNG from Russia's Sakhalin 2

Japan is currently the biggest importer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia's Sakhalin 2 plant accounting for 57.5% of its exports, Interfax news agency quoted a company senior manager as saying on Thursday.

TC Energy's South Bow Pipeline Spin-Off Begins Trading on TSX

TC Energy's oil pipeline spin-off, South Bow Corp, started trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange, experiencing a slight decline on its debut. South Bow's main asset is the 622,000 barrel-per-day Keystone pipeline, which ships Canadian crude from Alberta to the U.S. Midwest and Gulf Coast.

Summit Midstream Acquires Tall Oak Midstream for $450 Million

Tall Oak operates a large gas gathering and processing system in the Arkoma Basin, featuring two natural gas processing plants with a total capacity of 220 MMcf/d and 411 miles of gas gathering lines.

EQT to Lay Off 15% of Workforce After $14 Billion Equitrans Acquisition

EQT Corp. plans to cut 15% of its workforce following its $14 billion acquisition of Equitrans Midstream. The layoffs, part of an integration process, mark the company's largest job reduction since 2019. EQT aims to boost natural gas margins amid fluctuating market conditions.

Australia's Santos and TotalEnergies Ink Mid-Term LNG Supply Deal

Santos has signed a mid-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with TotalEnergies' Singapore unit. The three-year contract, starting in late 2025, will see Santos supply up to 500,000 tons of LNG annually, further strengthening its LNG portfolio in the region.

From Crude to NGL: Understanding the Complexities of Pipeline Conversions

As Enterprise Products Partners LP expands its footprint in the Permian Basin, the conversion of existing pipelines raises both opportunities and challenges. This article delves into the complexities involved in repurposing energy infrastructure, highlighting technical, economic, and safety considerations amid robust production growth.

Venture Global Receives Approval to Advance Louisiana Calcasieu LNG Plant Toward Commercialization

Venture Global LNG has received approval from the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reintroduce hazardous fluids to part of its Calcasieu LNG export plant in Louisiana. This critical step brings the plant closer to commercial operations after facing legal and regulatory challenges.

Enbridge Acquires PSNC, Adding Over 13,000 Miles of Pipeline to Its U.S. Gas Utility Portfolio

Enbridge Inc. has completed its acquisition of Public Service Company of North Carolina (PSNC) from Dominion Energy. PSNC, now operating as Enbridge Gas North Carolina, serves over 600,000 customers and boasts an extensive network of over 13,000 miles of natural gas pipelines.

Finland and Estonia Form Pact to Strengthen Underwater Energy Assets

Finland and Estonia have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in protecting and repairing critical underwater energy infrastructure, including the Balticconnector gas pipeline. This partnership aims to enhance energy security and stabilize prices for both countries.

P&GJ’s Europe 500 Report of Top Pipelines

The following is a list of some of the longest transportation routes on the continent of Europe as of July 2024. This third such report will be broken down into two sections: gas and liquids (oil and products), which will be updated in each of our September issues going forward.

French Pipeline Sector Moving Toward Hydrogen

France is actively developing its pipeline network, as part of ambitious state plans to turn the country into one of the largest natural gas and hydrogen hubs in Europe in years to come.

EU, NATO Step Up Fight Against Sabotage of Gas Infrastructure

Safeguarding European energy and gas infrastructure against sabotage and cyberattacks will be one of the top priorities for NATO and the EU institutions over the coming years as the Nord Stream attacks have altered the energy security landscape for good.

TotalEnergies Buys More Gas Assets in Texas to Boost Value Chain

France's TotalEnergies expands its natural gas footprint in the United States through a deal reached with Lewis Energy Group to acquire a 45% stake in some dry gas producing assets in the Eagle Ford basin in Texas.

China to Launch Guangdong LNG Terminal, Exxon Secures 20-Year Access

China's Guangdong Energy Group is set to begin commercial operations of its new $1 billion LNG terminal, with ExxonMobil securing 20 years of access to handle 1.8 million tons annually. The terminal will support ExxonMobil's chemical complex in Huizhou, starting operations in 2025.

EQT Plans to Reverse Some U.S. Natural Gas Production Curtailments in October, CEO Says

"Production curtailments will be a normal part of our strategy when prices are low," CEO Toby Rice said, noting the company has already curtailed about 1 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of production in the spring.

Woodland Biofuels to Invest $1.35 Billion in Louisiana for RNG, Hydrogen Plant

Canadian renewable fuel company Woodland Biofuels announced on Tuesday an investment of $1.35 billion at the Port of South Louisiana to establish a renewable natural gas (RNG) plant and ultra-green hydrogen facility.

Tanker Departs Venture Global’s Louisiana Plaquemines LNG Export Plant as Facility Nears Production

The tanker docked for the past month at U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) company Venture Global LNG's Plaquemines export plant under construction in Louisiana had left by Tuesday morning, according to data provider LSEG.

Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project

KBR has announced that KTJV, a KBR and Technip Energies joint venture, has been selected by Lake Charles LNG Export Company, a subsidiary of Energy Transfer LP, for its Lake Charles LNG transformation project.

Eskom, Sasol Team Up to Explore LNG as South Africa Seeks Cleaner Energy

South African petrochemicals company Sasol and state power utility Eskom said on Friday they had agreed to jointly explore ways the country could use liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Kimmeridge to Reduce Stake in Louisiana LNG Project to 51% After FID, CEO Says

Energy investment firm Kimmeridge Energy Management plans to reduce its stake in a Louisiana liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project to 51% down from 100% after it reaches FID next year.

Trafigura to Appoint Richard Holtum as New CEO Next Week - FT

Commodity trader Trafigura plans to name Richard Holtum as its new chief executive as soon as next week, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people briefed about the matter.

Kiewit, Venture Global LNG Settle Dispute Over Alleged Disclosure of Confidential Info to Shell

Construction contractor Kiewit on Thursday said it has settled a lawsuit with LNG developer Venture Global LNG over disclosures to Shell of information on the Calcasieu Pass LNG plant, the president of Kiewit Energy said.

ConocoPhillips, Uniper Ink 10-Year Natural Gas Supply Deal

German energy company Uniper and U.S. oil and gas producer ConocoPhillips said they have agreed a supply deal for up to 10 billion cubic meters of natural gas over the next 10 years.

Glencore Signs 20-Year LNG Supply Deal with Commonwealth LNG, Kimmeridge

Commodities giant Glencore has signed a non-binding agreement to buy 2 million tonnes per annum of liquefied natural gas from Commonwealth LNG along with equivalent natural gas supply from Kimmeridge Texas Gas.

TotalEnergies Extends CNOOC LNG Deal by Five Years

France's TotalEnergies said on Thursday it has extended an agreement with China's CNOOC by five years that will see it deliver 1.25 million tons of LNG per year until 2034.

Argentina's Reversion del Norte Pipeline Project Nears Completion After Successfully Crossing River

Argentina's 93-mile Reversion del Norte pipeline has overcome significant delays, reaching a key milestone by crossing the Tercero River. The project, crucial for gas supply to northern Argentina and exports to Bolivia and Brazil, is now on track for completion in late 2024.

Bayou Midstream II Secures Equity Backing from EIV Capital to Expand U.S. Infrastructure

Bayou Midstream II has announced an equity commitment from EIV Capital, LLC following their successful partnership for Bayou Midstream LLC (Bayou I).

Energy Leaders Believe VP Harris Won’t Ban Fracing, Citing Gas Price Risks

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris understands natural gas prices will rise if fracing is banned, industry executives said, explaining their confidence that the Democratic candidate will not ban the production method if she becomes president.

Saudi Aramco Aims to Become Major LNG Player, Says Gas Chief

The world's largest oil producer, Saudi Aramco, wants to become a major liquefied natural gas player, the head of its natural gas business said on Tuesday.