Gas
Woodside Greenlights $17.5 Billion Louisiana LNG Project
Woodside Energy has approved a $17.5 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Louisiana, targeting first production in 2029, as the company expands its global LNG portfolio.
North American Gas Boom Ahead as LNG, Power Demand Accelerate, Report Says
Wood Mackenzie’s 2050 Strategic Planning Outlook projects strong growth for North American natural gas markets, driven by LNG exports, power demand, and infrastructure expansion amid a shift to higher-cost supply.
Trump Policies Help Louisiana Challenge Texas as Gulf Coast LNG Leader
Louisiana is emerging as a major Gulf Coast LNG hub under Trump-era energy policies, fueled by rising exports, new pipelines, and major investments in natural gas infrastructure.
Alberta, Ottawa Pin Hopes on U.S. Ties to Revive Pipeline Projects
Canada ramps up efforts to expand its natural gas pipeline network amid rising domestic demand and growing export opportunities to the U.S., with major projects like Yellowhead Mainline and renewed interest in cross-border infrastructure.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Surge 5% Ahead of Contract Expiration
U.S. natural gas futures rose 5% to a one-week high on Monday ahead of the May contract expiration, supported by higher short-term demand forecasts despite mild weather and rising output.
Processing Raw Biogas into RNG for Pipeline Blending
In these days of growing efforts to reduce the effects of climate change, the agriculture sector is often cited as a major source of greenhouse gases (GHGs), including methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), with those two sources combined accounting for about 10% of global non-carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Duke Energy Orders Up to 11 Gas Turbines in GE Vernova Deal
Duke Energy will acquire up to 11 gas turbines from GE Vernova to meet rising power demand across its U.S. service areas. The deal supports Duke's grid modernization strategy and follows GE’s major U.S. manufacturing expansion.
Argentina's YPF Drops Plan for Land-Based LNG Plant, Will Rely on Floating Facilities
Argentina’s state-run YPF has scrapped plans for an onshore LNG facility and will instead use floating liquefaction vessels to export gas from Vaca Muerta, CEO Horacio Marin said.
EQT Plans to Spend Less While Producing More U.S. Natural Gas in 2025
EQT plans to cut 2025 capital spending while increasing natural gas production, citing efficiency gains and strong well performance. The company also announced a $1.8 billion deal to acquire Olympus Energy’s upstream and midstream assets.
U.S. to Host Alaska LNG Summit, Urges Asian Support for $44 Billion Project
The U.S. plans to host an Alaska LNG summit in early June, seeking support from Japan and South Korea for the $44 billion export project. The meeting aims to advance commitments amid rising Asian demand for natural gas.
Morgan Stanley Infra Partners Eyes $2 Billion Permian Pipelines Sale, Sources Say
Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners is considering a sale of its majority stake in Brazos Midstream II, a Permian Basin pipeline operator, in a deal expected to top $2 billion.
Kazakhstan Poised to Become Key Central Asia Gas Hub, Eyes Pipeline Growth
Kenges Rakishev highlighted Kazakhstan’s vast gas reserves and strategic position at the Energy Trends forum in Astana, proposing a new gas company to meet rising global demand and calling for infrastructure investment to unlock export potential.
EQT to Buy Olympus Energy Assets for $1.8 Billion to Boost Marcellus Presence
EQT Corp. will acquire Olympus Energy's upstream and midstream assets for $1.8 billion, aiming to boost its footprint in the Marcellus shale region. The deal adds over a decade of high-quality inventory and strengthens EQT’s natural gas position.
Aemetis Secures $31 Million in Biodiesel Orders for India’s Blending Push
Aemetis' Universal Biofuels secures $31 million in biodiesel orders from Indian Oil Marketing Companies, supporting the country’s push toward a 5% biodiesel blend by 2030.
JERA, Saibu Gas to Share Expanded LNG Terminal in Japan
JERA and Saibu Gas will collaborate on the use of an expanded LNG terminal in Japan's Hibiki port, allowing shared access to a new storage tank and boosting global LNG operations.
Morocco to Launch Tender for First LNG Terminal at Nador Port
Morocco is set to begin the tendering process for its first liquefied natural gas terminal near Nador, aiming to expand gas infrastructure and meet growing energy demand, according to Energy Minister Leila Benali.
U.S.-China Trade War Reshapes Global LPG Flows, Pressures Prices
China is shifting away from U.S. LPG imports due to new tariffs, boosting demand for Middle East supply and altering global liquefied petroleum gas trade routes. The disruption is expected to affect prices, inventories, and global petrochemical markets.
FERC-NERC Report Highlights Improved Winter Resilience of U.S. Natural Gas System
A new FERC-NERC report highlights improved winter resilience of the U.S. natural gas system, citing reliable performance during January 2025’s record-setting arctic blast and reduced disruptions compared to past storms.
$182 Million Gas Pipeline Replacement Project Kicks Off in Southeast Michigan
Consumers Energy has launched its $182 million Four Cities Metro Pipeline project to upgrade aging gas infrastructure in metro Detroit, enhancing service reliability through 2029.
China’s ENN Inks 15-Year LNG Deal with ADNOC; Zhenhua Signs 5-Year Pact
China’s ENN Natural Gas and Zhenhua Oil have signed long-term LNG supply agreements with ADNOC, marking a key expansion of LNG trade between the UAE and China. ENN will receive 1 million metric tons annually for 15 years, while Zhenhua agreed to a 5-year deal starting in 2026.
Forum Reports Early Success in Tackling Subsea Challenges
An influential forum of oil and gas operators with a vested interest in subsea operations is tackling the challenges of aging offshore infrastructure through cross-industry collaboration.
Intensity Launches Open Season for 208-Mile Bakken Gas Pipeline Expansion
Intensity Infrastructure has launched an open season for the Phase II Extension of its Bakken natural gas pipeline, seeking customer interest for a 208-mile expansion across eastern North Dakota.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Hover Near 10-Week Low as Market Awaits Storage Data
U.S. natural gas futures held near a 10-week low on April 17 as the market waited for direction from a federal report expected to show that energy firms added less gas to storage than usual last week as cool weather kept heating demand for the fuel higher than normal for this time of year.
Enbridge Claims LNG Edge with Links to Every U.S. Gulf Coast Export Terminal
Enbridge says its natural gas transmission system is now connected to every operating liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the U.S. Gulf Coast, positioning the company as a key midstream player supporting America’s global LNG dominance.
NeuVentus Gets Green Light for Gas, Liquids Storage at Texas Salt Caverns
NeuVentus received approval to develop 12 salt caverns for gas and liquids storage at its TRU Hub project in Liberty County, Texas. The facility will serve growing demand from LNG, data centers, and industrial users along the Gulf Coast.
Kinder Morgan Holds Profit Outlook as Natural Gas Demand Climbs
Kinder Morgan maintained its 2025 profit forecast, citing strong natural gas demand despite tariff-driven market uncertainty. The pipeline operator said LNG growth and data center usage continue to support bullish long-term trends.
Cosan’s Edge Imports Argentine Gas to Brazil Using Bolivian Pipeline
Brazil’s Edge, part of Cosan Group, has imported Argentine natural gas via Bolivia for the first time, using existing regional pipeline infrastructure. The deal, in partnership with Tecpetrol, signals growing cross-border gas flows from Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale.
414-Mile Iroquois Pipeline Expansions Clear Regulatory Hurdle in New York
New York clears key air permits for the 414-mile Iroquois Pipeline Expansion Project, advancing a compression-only upgrade aimed at ensuring gas reliability for downstate utilities despite climate policy concerns.
GAIL Nears Completion of 2,054-Mile Urja Ganga Pipeline Project
GAIL has completed over 97.6% of the 2,054-mile Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga pipeline, with commercial gas transport underway across most of the route and full completion targeted for December 2025.
Vaquero Midstream Secures $400 Million for Delaware Basin Expansion Projects
Vaquero Midstream has secured a $400 million credit facility to support Delaware Basin expansion projects planned for 2025 and 2026, enhancing its gas gathering and processing infrastructure.
- 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
- Canada’s Canceled Oil Pipelines: The Projects That Didn’t Make It
- Diversified Energy Closes $42 Million Summit Natural Resources Acquisition
- New Alternatives for Noise Reduction in Gas Pipelines
- Missouri Loses Control Over 1.5 Million-Mile Gas Pipeline Network as Feds Step In
- Enbridge Plans $2 Billion Upgrade for North America’s Largest Crude Pipeline
- South Dakota Governor Signs Bill Banning Eminent Domain for Carbon Pipeline
- Woodside May Delay Final Investment Decision on Louisiana LNG to Q2, CEO Says
