Infrastructure

Panama Canal Considers Pipeline to Move U.S. Gas to Asia

The Panama Canal is exploring the construction of a pipeline to move liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) across the trade passage, canal administrator Ricaurte Vasquez said on Monday, with Japan seen as a top potential client for gas coming from the U.S.

Baker Hughes to Supply Gas Turbines, Compressors for Rio Grande LNG

Baker Hughes and NextDecade Corp. have signed a framework agreement for the expansion of the Rio Grande LNG facility, with Baker Hughes supplying gas turbines and refrigerant compressors for Trains 4 through 8.

Archrock to Acquire Natural Gas Compression Systems in $357 Million Deal

Archrock Inc. is set to acquire Natural Gas Compression Systems Inc. (NGCSI) in a cash and stock deal valued at $357 million, strengthening its position in the natural gas compression market.

Trump Administration Pushes to Cancel Oil Reserve Sales, Boost Small Nuclear Power

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright plans to work with Congress to cancel previously mandated oil reserve sales to address low stockpiles, while also pushing for support of small modular reactors and the Alaska LNG project as part of the Trump administration's energy strategy.

Gasoline Shippers Clash with Colonial Pipeline Over Proposed Fuel Shipping Changes

Gasoline shippers are preparing legal challenges against Colonial Pipeline over proposed changes to shipping terms that could raise fuel prices and hurt margins. The dispute centers on the pipeline's plan to alter gasoline grades and blending practices, potentially limiting supply and increasing costs.

U.S. Grants Five-Year Extension to Delfin LNG Export Permit

The U.S. has approved a five-year extension for Delfin LNG's export permit, allowing it to ship liquefied natural gas to non-free trade agreement countries. The extension supports Delfin's floating LNG project off Louisiana, with a planned capacity of 13.3 million tonnes per year.

Whitecap, Veren to Merge in $15 Billion Deal to Form Leading Canadian Light Oil Producer

Whitecap Resources Inc. and Veren Inc. have entered a $15 billion all-share transaction that will combine their assets, creating a leading Canadian light oil and condensate producer with key holdings in Alberta’s Montney and Duvernay regions.

Tallgrass Launches Open Season for Pony Express Pipeline Crude Shipments Out of Colorado

Tallgrass Pony Express Pipeline, LLC has launched a 30-day binding open season to offer incentive tariff rates for crude oil transportation from its Colorado origins, the company said on March 7.

Tackling the Effect of Different Impurities in CCS Pipelines

With rising global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and worldwide commitment to avoid environmental impacts, the contribution of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies is crucial. Controlling impurities in CCS pipelines is key to this effort.

Summit Midstream Acquires Moonrise Midstream in $90 Million Deal, Expands DJ Basin Footprint

Summit Midstream has acquired Moonrise Midstream for $90 million, expanding its DJ Basin footprint with 80 miles of natural gas and crude oil pipelines and adding 65 MMcf/d of processing capacity.

Russian Forces Walked Inside Gas Pipeline to Ambush Ukrainian Troops, Reports Say

Russia was storming the town of Sudzha on Sunday after special forces used a gas pipeline to surprise Ukrainian units as part of a major offensive to eject Ukrainian soldiers from the western Russian region of Kursk, pro-Russian war bloggers said.

Explainer: Can Nord Stream Gas Pipeline Make a Comeback in Europe?

A push by the United States to end the war in Ukraine has raised questions about how companies might begin to return to the Russian market and how Europe might re-engage with Moscow, including resuming piped natural gas supplies.

Williams Cos. Eyes Expanding Natural Gas Infrastructure to Meet Surging Demand

Glenn Koch, vice president-project execution at Williams Co., exclusively discussed the growing demand for natural gas and the role of underground infrastructure in meeting energy needs during Pipeline & Gas Journal's Energy Pipelines Program. He highlighted significant increases in peak-day demand driven by the power sector and the rise of data centers.

South Dakota Governor Signs Bill Banning Eminent Domain for Carbon Pipeline

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has signed HB 1052 into law, protecting landowners' property rights by prohibiting the use of eminent domain for pipelines transporting carbon oxide.

Venture Global Raises Plaquemines LNG Cost Estimate by $2 Billion

Venture Global has raised its cost estimate for the Plaquemines LNG project in Louisiana by $2 billion, citing inflation and other factors. The project is now expected to cost up to $23.8 billion.

Williams to Invest $1.6 Billion in Natural Gas, Power Infrastructure Expansion

Williams Companies has unveiled plans for a $1.6 billion investment to build onsite natural gas and power infrastructure for an unnamed investment-grade client.

HYLAN Launches New Gas and Pipeline Division to Expand Infrastructure Services

HYLAN, a market-leading provider of full-service turnkey communications solutions, electrical infrastructure design, and utility construction services, is expanding its capabilities with the launch of its new Pipeline Division.

Ireland Approves Emergency Floating LNG Facility to Address Gas Supply Risks

The Irish government has approved development of a temporary emergency facility for importing and storing liquefied natural gas (LNG), it said on Tuesday.

Enbridge Plans $2 Billion Upgrade for North America’s Largest Crude Pipeline

Enbridge plans a $2 billion upgrade to North America’s largest crude pipeline, enhancing capacity and reliability across its Mainline network through 2028.

Global News March 2025

Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.

Projects March 2025

Explore the latest updates in pipeline and gas infrastructure, featuring new systems, expansions, and innovative developments shaping the industry. Stay informed on significant projects that enhance operational efficiency and drive growth in the energy sector.

Turkey Wants Iraq-Turkey Oil Pipeline Flowing at Maximum Capacity

Turkey wants an Iraq-Turkey oil pipeline to operate at maximum capacity once it resumes flows through Turkey's Ceyhan, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar was quoted as saying by the state-owned Anadolu news agency on Sunday.

Baker Hughes, Frontier to Develop Wyoming Carbon Storage Hub

Baker Hughes has announced a partnership with Frontier Infrastructure to accelerate the development of the latter's large-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS) and power solutions in the United States.

Williams Eyes Expansion of Natural Gas Infrastructure

Glenn Koch, vice president-Project Execution at Williams, addressed the growing demand for natural gas and the role underground infrastructure will play in meeting energy needs.

India to Launch World's Longest LPG Pipeline, Stretching 1,740 Miles, by June

India is set to commission the world’s longest LPG pipeline, stretching 1,740 miles, by June, a major milestone for the country’s energy infrastructure.

Commercial Deployment of AOT for Crude Pipelines Nears

QS Energy is nearing a breakthrough in global energy transport. The company is in final talks for multi-year lease agreements that would deploy its Applied Oil Technology (AOT) in key regions, including Southeast Asia, the Pacific, and West Africa.

TC Energy Nears May In-Service Date for Southeast Gateway Pipeline

TC Energy Corp. has reached mechanical completion on its Southeast Gateway pipeline project, keeping the company on track for an anticipated May 1, 2025, in-service date.

Diversified Energy Closes $42 Million Summit Natural Resources Acquisition

Diversified Energy Company Plc has completed its acquisition of operated natural gas properties and midstream pipeline infrastructure from Summit Natural Resources.

Midwest Ethanol Expansion Delayed for South Dakota, Ohio by EPA

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said on Friday it would delay an action by one year to expand sales of higher ethanol blends of gasoline in South Dakota and Ohio, two of eight Midwestern states that requested the agency approve increased sales of the product.

Bakken Natural Gas Expansion Gains Momentum Amid Pipeline Projects

Bakken pipeline expansion is underway, with projects addressing capacity constraints—especially for natural gas. Kinder Morgan’s $640 million acquisition in the Williston Basin adds to the momentum.