Infrastructure

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.

FERC Sides with Venture Global LNG on Equipment Issues as Contract Disputes Escalate

U.S. regulators have backed Venture Global LNG's efforts to address equipment issues at its Calcasieu Pass, Louisiana plant, which have prevented the company from fulfilling long-term LNG contracts for two years.

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.

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.

Shell, Equinor, TotalEnergies Open Norwegian CO2 Storage Facility with 68-Mile Pipeline

Shell, Equinor, and TotalEnergies have completed a CO2 storage project in Norway that includes a 110-kilometer (68-mile) pipeline to transport carbon dioxide for permanent storage 2,600 meters below sea level. First deliveries are expected in 2025.

Validus Energy to Acquire Tulsa-Based Citizen Energy in $2 Billion Deal, Sources Say

Privately held oil and gas producer Validus Energy has struck a deal to buy rival Citizen Energy for more than $2 billion, including debt, according to people familiar with the matter.

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.

FTC Set to Greenlight Chevron's $53 Billion Buy of Oil Rival Hess, Sources Say

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is expected to greenlight Chevron’s $53 billion acquisition of Hess this week, according to sources. While FTC approval is near, Exxon Mobil’s legal challenge over Hess’s Guyana assets remains a key hurdle, with a decision expected by mid-2025.

Diamondback, Kinetik Acquire 30% Stake in EPIC’s 800-Mile Crude Oil Pipeline

EPIC Crude is an 800-mile crude oil pipeline system that connects the Delaware, Midland Basin, and Eagle Ford supply to EPIC's 3.4 million barrel Robstown Terminal near Corpus Christi.

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.

Dutch Urge Tougher Sanctions as Russian LNG Imports Surge

Imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia at the Netherlands' main terminal in Rotterdam have risen in recent months, underlining the need for further sanctions, the Dutch government said on Monday.

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.

Carlyle-backed Crescent Midstream to Develop $1 Billion Carbon Capture Project in Louisiana

Oil pipeline firm Crescent Midstream, which is backed by investment firm Carlyle Group, said it would jointly develop and construct a carbon capture and storage project in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

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.

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.

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).

Apollo Strikes $1 Billion Deal to Fund BP's Stake in Trans Adriatic Pipeline

Apollo Global Management has signed a $1 billion deal with British energy major BP to fund its stake in the Trans Adriatic natural gas pipeline.

Russia Approves Fuel Pipeline Project in Congo with 90% Stake

Russia has tentatively agreed to the construction of a fuel pipeline in the Republic of Congo, according to a government decree published late on Monday. The pipeline will link the western port of Pointe-Noire to the capital Brazzaville.

Woodside Energy Eyes Partners for Driftwood LNG, CEO Says

Woodside Energy is in discussions with onshore U.S. gas producers, pipeline companies and companies that share its outlook and view of liquefied natural gas to partner with its Driftwood LNG project, company CEO Meg O'Neill said on Monday.

Wood to Design DeLa Express Gas Pipeline Linking Texas to Louisiana

The 690-mile pipeline project being developed by DeLa Express LLC is proposed to deliver liquids-rich natural gas from the Permian Basin of West Texas to the U.S. Gulf Coast and international export markets.

MT Group Secures Ørsted Contract for CO2 Capture Facility in Denmark

The project will focus on piping and equipment for the Balance of Plant systems at Ørsted’s Kalundborg CO2 Hub.

Enbridge Agrees to Reapply for Key Permit, Stalling Line 5 Tunnel Project

Enbridge has agreed not to use a 2021 permit from Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for its Line 5 tunnel project and will seek a new permit instead.

Texas LNG Secures Final Investment Decision with New Offtake Agreement

Texas LNG Brownsville LLC, a subsidiary of Glenfarne Energy Transition, has secured enough customer commitments to move forward with its liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal project in the Port of Brownsville, Texas.

BlackRock Fund Acquires Stake in Saudi-Bahrain Pipeline from Bapco Energies

A BlackRock-managed fund has bought a minority stake in a pipeline linking Saudi Arabia and Bahrain from Bahrain state oil firm Bapco Energies, the two firms said on Wednesday, as the small Gulf state tries to extract value from its energy assets.

Marathon Detroit Refinery Gains Permit to Increase Crude Processing

Michigan's environmental agency on Tuesday issued a new air permit to Marathon Petroleum covering emissions from its Detroit refinery, which will allow the refiner to boost crude throughput at the plant.

UTulsa Facility Advances Hydrogen Blending Research for Natural Gas Pipelines

U.S. Sen. James Lankford recently toured the University of Tulsa's hydrogen blending research facility, where ongoing studies explore integrating hydrogen into natural gas pipelines to reduce carbon emissions.

Amigo LNG Signs Deal to Supply Oman's OQ Trading from Mexico Facility

The Amigo LNG facility is a large-scale project on Mexico’s west coast, capable of producing 7.8 million tonnes per annum of LNG. It is being developed in partnership with the State of Sonora and the Port of Guaymas.

Pembina Pipeline to Acquire Alberta Midstream Assets from Veren in $295 Million Deal

Canada's Pembina Pipeline said it will buy some infrastructure assets in Alberta Montney from oil producer Veren Inc. for about $295 million, to strengthen its midstream operations.