Pipeline

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.

Trans Mountain Plans to Shut Puget Sound Pipeline for November Maintenance

Oil pipeline operator Trans Mountain said it will shut the Puget Sound Pipeline from Laurel to Anacortes, Washington, for about seven days in mid-November to conduct planned maintenance.

Enterprise Products to Develop CO2 Pipeline Network for Occidental 1PointFive

Enterprise Products Partners agreed to develop a CO2 transportation network to support carbon capture firm 1PointFive's hub in southeast Texas.

EQT in Talks to Sell $3.5 Billion in Pipeline Stakes to Blackstone

Private equity firm Blackstone is in advanced talks to acquire minority stakes in the interstate natural gas pipelines owned by EQT Corp for about $3.5 billion

South Sudan Aiming to Restart Pumping Oil Through Sudan

South Sudan will resume pumping crude oil for export through a port in neighboring Sudan within a few days, a South Sudanese government official said.

Enterprise Products Not Considering New Permian Oil Pipeline, Says Co-CEO

U.S. energy pipeline operator Enterprise Products is not considering adding a new crude oil line out of the Permian shale field in West Texas, co-CEO Jim Teague said on Thursday.

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.

Canadian Natural Boosts Trans Mountain Pipeline Capacity After PetroChina Exit: Report

Canadian Natural Resources is taking over more space on the expanded Trans Mountain pipeline from a unit of PetroChina, boosting its ability to ship crude to markets after buying assets from Chevron.

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.