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Ecuador Government to Take Over Crude Pipeline from OCP Ecuador Until New Tender Launched
Ecuador's government will take over operations on a heavy crude oil pipeline from OCP Ecuador until a fresh tender is launched, the nation's energy and mines energy said.
U.S. Allocates $196 Million for Natural Gas Pipeline Modernization
The funding, part of President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will support 60 projects aimed at enhancing safety, reducing environmental harm, and lowering energy costs by replacing leak-prone pipelines.
Heavily Corroded Half-Mile Oil Pipeline Restored with Composite Wrap
An underground oil pipeline at a Refinery in Spain was suffering from severe corrosion. If left unchecked, the pipeline, 2,860.8 feet (872 meters) in length, would have incurred severe metal loss.
Phillips 66 to Shut LA Oil Refinery, Ending Major Gasoline Output Amid Supply Concerns
Phillips 66 will shut down its Los Angeles oil refinery next year, ceasing gasoline and diesel production. The move raises concerns over California’s fuel supply, which already struggles with high prices and limited refinery capacity.
At Least 21 Injured in Fire at Venezuela's La Salina Oil Terminal, Sources Say
At least 21 people, including workers and firefighters, were injured in a fire at Venezuela's La Salina oil terminal. The fire, which broke out during a storm, affected a crude storage tank operated by state oil company PDVSA. Efforts to control the blaze continue as local firefighters face resource shortages.
Workers Sue Pemex Over Injuries from Texas Refinery Gas Leak
Three workers have filed a lawsuit against Mexico's national oil company Pemex for injuries allegedly caused by a hydrogen sulfide gas release at a Deer Park, Texas refinery.
Building a Better Mousetrap for Coating Pipeline Girth Welds
The pursuit of building a better mousetrap can often pay off in big ways in terms of efficiencies. Such a productivity payout was the goal for finding a better solution for coating pipeline girth welds in the field – a solution that would speed up the coating process per weld.
Orlen Withdraws from Polaris CO2 Storage Project in Norway, Citing Low ROI
Initially expected to inject up to 6 million metric tons of CO2 annually, geological assessments revealed a lower capacity, prompting Orlen to explore other carbon capture initiatives while the project owner, Horisont Energi, seeks alternative strategies.
Berkshire Hathaway's Cove Point LNG Back Online After 3-Week Shutdown
Cove Point LNG in Maryland, owned by Berkshire Hathaway Energy, resumed production after a three-week maintenance shutdown. The 0.8-bcf/d facility's restart boosted U.S. gas exports, with gas flows jumping significantly, impacting Henry Hub prices.
Fatal Gas Leak at Pemex’s Texas Refinery Kills 2, Sparks Investigations
A deadly gas leak at Pemex's Texas refinery in Deer Park claimed two lives and injured 35 workers, prompting investigations into the cause. The accident, which released toxic hydrogen sulfide gas, has sparked concerns about safety protocols at the Mexican state-owned refinery.
Federal Court Rejects Four New Pipeline Safety Rules
Not only has the D.C. Federal Court of Appeals upending FERC decisions, but it has also now injected itself into Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) decisions.
Improving Pipeline Stability with Geosynthetic Reinforcement
You probably don’t see pipelines in your daily life, but your standard of living certainly relies on them. Most days, they provide long-distance transportation routes for liquids and gases, usually from wells and refineries to market areas where consumers need them.
Exxon Granted Largest U.S. Offshore Carbon Storage Site in Texas
Exxon Mobil said on Thursday it has acquired state leases for over 271,000 acres in Texas state waters for an offshore carbon dioxide (CO2) capture operation.
Gas Stations Run Dry as Hurricane Milton Approaches; Kinder Morgan Shuts Florida Pipeline
As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida's Gulf Coast, panic-buying has left many gas stations empty, with over 15% out of fuel by midday. In response, Kinder Morgan has shut down its Central Florida Pipeline, disrupting the flow of refined products between Tampa and Orlando as evacuation orders affect over a million residents.
North Dakota Pipeline Authority Reports Wildfire Impact on Oil, Gas Production
The North Dakota Pipeline Authority said on Tuesday oil production is estimated to be down nearly 60,000 to 90,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) due to the ongoing wildfires in the U.S. state.
Occidental’s 1PointFive Wins $36 Million DOE funding for CO2 Sequestration Hubs
1PointFive, a subsidiary of Occidental, has secured $36 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to develop two carbon sequestration hubs in Texas and Louisiana.
Risk Assessment: Comprehensive Review Concerning Rehab Analysis
Risk models are prominent pipeline integrity management (PIM) tools used to make data-driven decisions. As computing power has increased and data acquisition methods have proliferated, risk models have become more complex.
Coating System Takes Aim at Metal Loss in Fracking Operations Pipes
An original erosion-resistant coating (ERC) establishes a new category with a system that resists erosion inside pipes located near fracking wellheads, thereby reducing downtime maintenance costs and enhancing drilling productivity.
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.
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.
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.
Canadian Natural Gas Prices Hit Two-Year Low as Alberta Storage Nears Full Capacity
Canadian natural gas prices slumped to their lowest level in more than two years on Monday and are expected to remain under pressure for weeks, as storage levels in Alberta reach full capacity due to weak demand across North America.
Berkshire Hathaway Shuts Cove Point LNG Plant for Annual Maintenance
U.S. energy firm Berkshire Hathaway Energy shut its Cove Point liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plant in Maryland for about three weeks of annual autumn maintenance, according to a company notice to customers.
Criminal Probe Underway After Car Strikes Energy Transfer Pipeline in Houston, Body Found
Human remains were found in a burned-out car that struck an Energy Transfer natural gas liquids pipeline earlier this week in Houston, sparking a criminal investigation, local media reported on Thursday citing officials.
Energy Transfer Pipeline Fire Continues to Burn in La Porte, Texas
Energy Transfer said a fire at its natural gas liquid (NGL) pipeline in La Porte, Texas, which started on Monday, was still burning on Tuesday and a state regulator said it would probably keep burning into the afternoon.
Energy Transfer Pipeline Erupts Into Fire in La Porte, Texas
A pipeline explosion near Houston spread from Deer Park to La Porte, igniting grass fires and prompting widespread evacuations. Multiple agencies, including the Deer Park and La Porte fire departments, responded to the scene.
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.
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.
Gas Flows to Cameron LNG Fall as Hurricane Francine Nears
The amount of natural gas flowing to the Cameron LNG export plant in Louisiana dropped on Tuesday, just one day before Tropical Storm Francine was expected to hit the Louisiana coast near Cameron as a hurricane, data from financial firm LSEG showed.
Enbridge Evacuates Gulf Platforms as Storm Francine Nears
Energy pipeline operator Enbridge has pulled employees from several offshore U.S. Gulf of Mexico platforms, the company told customers, as Tropical Storm Francine advanced toward a landfall in Louisiana.
- Williams Seeks Emergency Certificate to Operate $1 Billion Mid-Atlantic Gas Pipeline After Court Reversal
- Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project
- FERC Sides with Williams in Texas-Louisiana Pipeline Dispute with Energy Transfer
- Phillips 66 to Shut LA Oil Refinery, Ending Major Gasoline Output Amid Supply Concerns
- U.S. Appeals Court Blocks Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Pipeline Permits
- Malaysia’s Oil Exports to China Surge Amid Broader Import Decline
- Four Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in U.S. Since 2023
- Lighter U.S. Permian Crude Risks Losing Favor with Refiners Due to Processing Challenges
- Saudi Arabia Looking to Expand Pipeline to Reduce Oil Exports via Gulf
- Report: Houston Region Poised to Become a Global Clean Hydrogen Hub
