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U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down Controversial Biden Pipeline Safety Rules

A U.S. appeals court on Friday tossed out several natural gas pipeline safety standards adopted by President Joe Biden's administration following industry criticism about the massive costs on pipeline operators.

CPP Investments Acquires $843 Million Stake in Private Midstream Firm Tallgrass Energy

Based in Denver, Colorado, Tallgrass is a leading infrastructure company operating a network of more than 10,000 miles of pipeline assets across 14 states in the U.S.

Alabama Town to Begin $2.8 Million Natural Gas Pipeline Project with Infrastructure Funds

Cordova, Alabama, will kick off a major natural gas pipeline replacement project with a groundbreaking ceremony on August 20.

Miros Supports Pipeline Installation for Northern Lights CCS Project

Miros has successfully supported the laying of a 109 km (68 miles) pipeline for the pioneering Northern Lights CO2 transport and storage (CCS) project in Norway.

ONEOK Profit Rises on Strong Rocky Mountain Region Volumes

U.S. pipeline operator ONEOK reported a rise in second-quarter profit on Monday, as it moved more natural gas and liquids from the Rocky Mountain region.

Williams Cos. Exceeds Q2 Estimates, Boosted by New Acquisitions

Williams has made a series of acquisitions in recent past to boost its capacity, hoping to tap into an expected spike in demand for liquefied natural gas exports and power-intensive AI data centers.

New Gas Pipeline Projects Underway Across Latin America

In Latin America, at the moment, there are a series of projects to build, expand and rehabilitate gas pipelines, which are of great importance to the strengthening of midstream infrastructure of those countries.

Enbridge Eyes Data Center Market, Increases Profit Forecast and Pipeline Capacity

Pipeline operator Enbridge raised its full-year profit forecast on Friday as it benefits from newly acquired assets and said it was well-positioned to capitalize on growing demand for natural gas to supply U.S. data centers.

Report: U.S. Oil and Gas Mergers Surge Past $30 Billion in Q2

The latest round of deals kicked off last autumn with Exxon's $60 billion offer for Pioneer Natural and has spread through the U.S. energy industry, moving across Texas and North Dakota oil and gas producers to energy pipeline operators.

Enagas Gets Initial Approval for Spanish Section of H2MED Hydrogen Pipeline

The Spanish government gave a first go-ahead to gas grid operator Enagas to start developing the Spanish section of a planned trans-European hydrogen pipeline and related hydrogen infrastructure projects.

TC Energy Sells Pipeline Stake to Indigenous Communities for $722 Million

TC Energy said it will sell a minority stake in its Nova Gas transmission system and the Foothills pipeline assets for $722.1 million to certain indigenous Canadian communities as part of a plan to reduce its debt and fund investments.

Canada to Delay Trans Mountain Pipeline Sale Until After 2025 Election: Bloomberg

The country's government bought the $25 billion Trans Mountain expansion project in 2018 to ensure construction went ahead, with plans to divest it once operations began.

TC Energy Close to Finalizing Stake Sale in 15,000-Mile Natural Gas Pipeline System, Sources Say

Calgary-based TC Energy is close to finalizing the sale of a stake in its 15,152-mile natural gas pipeline system to Indigenous groups in Western Canada.

Alaska Greenlights Enstar’s $57 Million Pipeline to Boost LNG Imports

(P&GJ) — The project, known as the “Port MacKenzie Expansion,” aims to extend APLC’s existing pipeline infrastructure to connect with a future LNG import terminal.

Williams Begins Louisiana Pipeline Construction Despite Ongoing Legal Dispute with Energy Transfer

(P&GJ) — Williams has notified FERC of its plans to commence construction for its Louisiana Energy Gateway pipeline on July 25. However, Energy Transfer has responded to the filing with concerns, arguing that Williams is proceeding without full regulatory clarity from FERC on the project’s jurisdictional status.

Canada's Trans Mountain Pipeline Eyes Debt Deal Before Potential Sale

Oil pipeline operator Trans Mountain plans to borrow in the bond market to refinance some of its outstanding debt before the Canadian government eventually sells it, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Mid-Year Global Forecast: Midstream Responding to Demand from LNG Projects

Global pipeline construction surged to nearly 42,000 miles in mid-2024, driven by increased LNG and hydrogen infrastructure needs, with significant expansions in North America and Europe.

Projects July 2024

Enbridge selects Barnard, CBNA for Great Lakes Tunnel; Energy Transfer joins carbon capture initiative in Louisiana; YPF advances $2.5 billion Vaca Muerta pipeline project; Piñon Midstream boosts Delaware Basin gas capacity; Mexican developer seeks U.S. permit for LNG export.

Woodside Energy to Acquire Tellurian for $1.2 Billion, Securing Future of Driftwood LNG Project

The agreement could strengthen the United States' position as the world's largest producer of the superchilled gas by securing the completion of Tellurian's 27.6 million metric ton per annum facility in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Editor’s Notebook: Landowners and CO2 Pipelines Amid South Dakota Legislation

(P&GJ) — South Dakota's new bill empowers landowners to challenge forced easements for CO2 pipelines, enhancing rights amid eminent domain concerns. The legislation impacts projects like Summit Carbon Solutions, aiming for fairer terms and compensation for affected property owners.

Kinder Morgan Launches Binding Open Season for South System Expansion 4 Project

Kinder Morgan has launched a binding open season on its proposed South System Expansion 4 project, designed to increase Southern Natural Gas Pipeline's South Line capacity by 1.2 billion cubic feet per day.

Hydrogen-Blend Pipelines: Integrity Readiness and the Role of ILI Inspection

In this Pipeline & Gas Journal exclusive, delve into the evolution and current state of in-line inspection (ILI) technologies for hydrogen-blend pipelines, focusing on the advancements in crack detection, material flaw identification, and corrosion monitoring.

DeLa Express Advances 690-Mile Permian-to-Louisiana Pipeline with FERC Pre-filing Progress

DeLa Express advances its 690-mile Permian-to-Louisiana pipeline project with FERC pre-filing progress, aiming to transport natural gas from Texas to Louisiana markets. The project includes extensive environmental surveys and engages stakeholders early to address regulatory requirements.

Energy Transfer Completes WTG Midstream Acquisition, Expanding Pipeline Network by 6,000 Miles

This acquisition bolsters Energy Transfer’s Permian Basin operations with an additional 6,000 miles of gas gathering pipelines, primarily in the Midland Basin.

Engie, Macquarie to Partner on 434-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion in Mexico

French energy company Engie has agreed to partner with Australian infrastructure investor Macquarie Asset Management to expand the Mayakan natural gas pipeline in Mexico.

Enbridge Faces Pipeline System Overhaul Under Proposed Modified Consent Decree

Enbridge faces mandated pipeline repairs under a proposed consent decree modification for Clean Water Act and Oil Pollution Act violations. The Department of Justice's plan requires addressing circumferential cracks, revising assessments, and potentially terminating specific requirements early.

Diversified Acquires East Texas Gas Assets, Including 500 Miles of Pipelines, for $106 Million

Diversified Energy Company has agreed to buy natural gas assets, including over 500 miles of pipelines and compression facilities, in eastern Texas from Crescent Pass Energy for $106 million.

Largest Texas Ports Close; Enbridge Activates Emergency Plans, Kinder Morgan Shuts Facilities as Hurricane Beryl Nears

Largest Texas ports close as Hurricane Beryl nears, affecting Enbridge and Kinder Morgan operations. The companies implemented emergency plans and facility shutdowns ahead of the storm's landfall on the Texas coast.

Energy Transfer Unable to Block Williams Pipeline Construction, Louisiana Judge Rules

In a recent ruling by a Louisiana district court, Williams Companies Inc. has been granted permission to build a natural gas pipeline intersecting Energy Transfer LP’s conduit.

NNPC's OB3 Gas Pipeline Set to Be Completed by August

NNPC's OB3 Gas Pipeline is poised for completion by August, marking a significant milestone with the promise of delivering 2.2 billion standard cubic feet of gas to bolster national supply.