Pipeline
Permitting Reform Legislation Once Again on the Table
The need to update and improve the arduous process of obtaining the permits needed to get critical infrastructure projects off the ground is a longtime priority among supporters of American energy, especially advocates of infrastructure transporting fossil fuels.
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.
Four Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in U.S. Since 2023
Four new petroleum liquids pipelines, including three crude oil projects and one hydrocarbon gas liquids (HGL) pipeline, have been completed in the U.S. since 2023, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) updated Liquids Pipeline Projects Database.
Jacobs to Lead Pre-FEED for 56-Mile East London Hydrogen Pipeline
Spanning 56 miles (90 kilometers) through East London, the pipeline will run north of the River Thames, linking key industrial areas to a reliable hydrogen supply.
Energy Transfer Taps KBR, Technip to Build Louisiana LNG Plant
Energy Transfer has signed a preliminary agreement with KBR and Technip Energies to construct the Lake Charles LNG plant, pending a final investment decision. The project, in development since 2015, requires additional permits and customer agreements to move forward.
New 580-Mile Texas Pipeline Eases Bottlenecks, Boosts Shale Gas and Oil Output
The Matterhorn Express pipeline, the first new natural gas pipeline in the Permian Basin in three years, is alleviating gas bottlenecks and boosting oil production by freeing up gas flow to Gulf Coast export hubs. This new capacity is expected to significantly increase shale output in west Texas.
Cheniere Energy Moves Closer to Starting New Texas LNG Export Operation
Cheniere Energy moves closer to starting production at its Corpus Christi Stage 3 LNG export facility in Texas, receiving federal approval for key operations. The expansion will add around 10 million metric tons per year to U.S. LNG export capacity.
Colonial Pipeline Allocates Cycle 61 Shipments on Distillate Line 2
Colonial Pipeline Co. is allocating space for Cycle 61 shipments on Line 2, which carries distillates from Houston, Texas to Greensboro, North Carolina, the company said in a notice sent to shippers on Thursday.
Kinder Morgan Misses Quarterly Profit Estimates on Weak Prices, Crude Volumes
U.S. pipeline operator Kinder Morgan fell short of Wall Street estimates for third-quarter profit on Wednesday, weighed down by weaker commodity prices and lower crude volumes.
Canada Halts Imperial’s Norman Wells Oil Permit Extension Over Pipeline, Environmental Concerns
The SSI outlined concerns about the impact of climate change on the Norman Wells operations and the Enbridge pipeline that transports the oil to Alberta in a September letter to the CER.
ExxonMobil Explores Sale of Bakken Shale Assets in North Dakota
ExxonMobil is exploring the sale of a portion of its assets in North Dakota's Bakken shale, which includes over 800 wells across 49,000 net acres. The sale, part of Exxon's strategy to focus on high-growth assets, could fetch upwards of $500 million.
India Sets $67 Billion Goal to Expand Gas Pipeline Network by 9,630 Miles
India is poised to nearly double its gas pipeline network by investing $67 billion over the next five years. With plans to construct 9,630 miles of new pipelines, the government aims to enhance gas coverage for households, stimulate economic growth, and reduce import dependency. Key projects include the Jagdishpur-Haldia Phase II pipeline and infrastructure developments in the northeastern states.
U.S. Northeast Outlook: Permitting Reforms Seen as Crucial to Region’s Energy Woes
The state of Massachusetts earlier in 2024 joined its fellow New England states, along with Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and New York in signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish a framework for coordinating their activities to improve interregional transmission planning and development.
Projects October 2024
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.
Federal Court Slaps FERC’s Hands on Project Approvals
According to the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), 2023 saw the smallest increase in added interstate pipeline capacity on record in the United States.
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.
U.S. Appeals Court Blocks Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Pipeline Permits
A U.S. appeals court on Friday put on hold approvals and permits necessary to allow a Kinder Morgan subsidiary to construct a 32-mile gas pipeline in Tennessee, at the urging of environmental groups.
PetroChina Exits Role as Committed Shipper on Trans Mountain Pipeline
PetroChina Canada will no longer be a committed shipper on the Trans Mountain oil pipeline after assigning its contracts to another party, the company said in a letter filed with the Canada Energy Regulator, dated Oct. 10.
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.
Gas Pipeline Connected to Exxon's FPSOs in Guyana, Completion Expected by Year-End
A pipeline that would allow Guyana to bring natural gas produced by an Exxon Mobil-led consortium to shore has been connected to two of the project's floating production platforms, Exxon's head for Guyana was reported as saying on Wednesday.
NDT Global, Aramco Unveil 56-inch Ultrasonic Pipeline Inspection Tool
NDT Global has launched a new 56-inch ultrasonic inline inspection tool, developed in partnership with Aramco, to meet the specific inspection needs of large-diameter pipelines.
Colonial Pipeline Allocates Cycle 59 Shipments on Distillate Line 2, Ensuring Product Flow from Atlanta to Nashville
Colonial Pipeline Co. is allocating space for Cycle 59 shipments on its distillate Line 2, which transports products from Atlanta to Nashville, Tennessee. The company issued this notice to shippers on Tuesday.
California's Largest RNG Plant Opens, Transforming Landfill Gas into Clean Energy
With the capacity to process 4,500 standard cubic feet of landfill gas per minute, the plant aims to deliver approximately 1 billion cubic feet of RNG annually to PG&E's gas pipeline system.
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.
McDermott Wins EPCI for 155 Miles of Offshore, Onshore Pipelines in Qatar's North Field
The contract covers the EPCI of nearly 250 km (155 miles) of offshore and onshore gas pipelines, connecting five new offshore wellhead platforms to two new onshore LNG trains.
Sable Aims to Restart California Offshore Oil Pipeline by Year-End After Decade-Long Shutdown
Sable Offshore said on Monday it was expecting to restart the Santa Ynez oil and gas pipeline off the Californian coast by the end of the year after it was shut for nearly a decade following a major oil leak.
Matterhorn Pipeline Ramps Up Natural Gas Flow, Lifts Waha Prices
The Matterhorn Express Pipeline has started transporting gas into pipelines near Katy, marking the long-awaited launch of the Permian project. This week, Waha prices surged following the new pipeline's opening, although Permian gas prices remain low, according to East Daley Analytics.
FERC Sides with Williams in Texas-Louisiana Pipeline Dispute with Energy Transfer
(P&GJ) — FERC has sided with Williams in a dispute with Energy Transfer, ruling that the Louisiana Energy Gateway project is a gathering network, not subject to federal jurisdiction. This clears the way for Williams to proceed with the project without regulatory oversight under the Natural Gas Act.
Enbridge Green Lights $700 Million Pipeline Network Plans for Gulf of Mexico
Enbridge will construct and operate crude oil and natural gas pipelines for BP's Kaskida oil hub in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, set to start production in 2029. Shell has also announced its final investment decision for the Rome Pipeline, which will transport oil from the project.
- Texas Waha Hub Gas Prices Plunge to Record Lows, Hit Negative Territory
- Williams Seeks Emergency Certificate to Operate $1 Billion Mid-Atlantic Gas Pipeline After Court Reversal
- Texas Oil Pipelines Near Max Capacity, Threatening Future Export Limits
- Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project
- FERC Sides with Williams in Texas-Louisiana Pipeline Dispute with Energy Transfer
- Saudi Arabia Looking to Expand Pipeline to Reduce Oil Exports via Gulf
- Report: Houston Region Poised to Become a Global Clean Hydrogen Hub
- Texas Startup Endeavors Again to Build First Major U.S. Oil Refinery Since 1977
- Alaska Greenlights Enstar’s $57 Million Pipeline to Boost LNG Imports
- Editor’s Notebook: Alaska’s New LNG Pipeline Push Faces Long Odds
