Pipeline

Crude Imports from Canada Hit Record Level with TMX Expansion

(P&GJ) — U.S. imports of crude oil from Canada reached a record of 4.3 MMbpd in July 2024 following the expansion of Canada’s Trans Mountain pipeline, according to recently updated supply data.

NDT, Aramco to Launch 56-Inch Inspection Tool

(P&GJ) — Innovative inline inspection technologies NDT Global launched a 56-inch ultrasonic inline inspection tool, which was developed in collaboration oil and gas company Aramco.

Global News December 2024

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.

Trump Aims to Revive 1,200-Mile Keystone XL Pipeline Despite Major Challenges

Originally proposed by Canadian firm TC Energy in 2010, the project faced repeated policy shifts: rejected under President Obama in 2015, approved by Trump in 2017, and canceled again by President Biden in 2021.

Wood to Design DeLa Express Pipeline Linking Texas to Louisiana

Wood has been awarded the front-end engineering design (FEED) for a long-haul, large-diameter, liquids-rich natural gas pipeline project in the United States.

Spotlight on Mexico: Nation’s Biggest Pipeline Projects Still Face Challenges

Mexico is seeing some pipeline projects move forward, as others stall. But, with a newly elected president taking office, all of them will continue to be subjects of debate, scrutiny and potentially legal challenges.

Vision RNG Signs 20-Year RNG Deal with Waste Connections in Nebraska

Once operational in 2027, the facility will inject the RNG into a nearby pipeline, providing transportation fuel and other sustainable energy solutions across the U.S.

Vivakor Completes Omega Pipeline Expansion in Oklahoma

Vivakor Inc. has finished expanding its Omega Pipeline System in Blaine County, Oklahoma. The project, which added two new gathering lines, was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

CO2, Carbon Capture and What’s Next for Pipeline Construction

In the last two years, while the Biden administration has been embracing direct-air capture (DAC) hubs, Houston-based Occidental Petroleum Corp. (Oxy) and its one-time spinoff California Resources Corp. (CRC) have been leading increased industry interest in the transportation and storage of carbon in the transition to a zero-emissions energy world.

Midstream Prepares for Trump's Upcoming Regulatory Changes

This exclusive Pipeline & Gas Journal article examines the potential regulatory shifts under the Trump administration, with a focus on FERC's evolving role and potential changes to Biden-era policies.

Kazakhstan Plans Major Oil Export Boost via Turkey, Reducing Russian Reliance

Kazakhstan could sharply increase its crude oil exports out of Turkey's port of Ceyhan, its energy minister said on Monday, in a move that would reduce the more than 80% share of flows it currently sends via Russia.

EQT, Blackstone Forge $3.5 Billion Deal for Mountain Valley Pipeline Stake

(P&GJ) — EQT Corporation announced a $3.5 billion joint venture (JV) with Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) focused on midstream assets, including stakes in the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) and the Hammerhead Pipeline.

Trump Plans Aggressive LNG Export Expansion, Offshore Drilling Push

Donald Trump is preparing an extensive energy plan prioritizing LNG export permits and accelerating offshore drilling. The initiative aims to lift Biden's LNG permit freeze and expand U.S. natural gas dominance.

500 Report – Not Much Shuffling on List of Top Pipelines

The list of companies leading the way in Pipeline & Gas Journal’s 43rd annual 500 Report will certainly be familiar to long-time midstream observers, with a little bit of shuffling in rankings occurring between the 2023 and 2024 editions of the publication.

Optimizing Gas Analysis in Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage

As the global demand for energy grows, so too does the need to transition toward sustainable energy sources. For many process manufacturers, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) is a central part of their efforts to reduce emissions of one of the most prevalent greenhouse gases (GHGs), carbon dioxide (CO2).

Progressive Pipeline Management Acquired by Platform Partners

PPM, known for its trenchless pipeline rehabilitation services, specializes in restoring aging natural gas distribution pipelines using cured-in-place-lining (CIPL) technology, which minimizes surface disruption.

Argentina's Vaca Muerta Gas Export Plans Face Major Hurdles

Natural gas production is booming in Argentina’s vast Vaca Muerta shale lands, but full pipelines and the government's free-market approach to paying for new ones may prevent the country from becoming a major gas exporter by early next decade.

INGAA Foundation Releases Environmental Inspector Best Practices Guide

The INGAA Foundation has released the Practical Guide for Environmental Inspectors, a comprehensive resource aimed at improving environmental oversight during the construction of gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

Kazakhstan’s 188-Mile Gas Pipeline to Expand Regional Gasification to 90% Once Completed

(P&GJ) — Kazakhstan’s Taldykorgan-Usharal gas pipeline, launched under the directive of the Head of State, aims to secure a consistent gas supply in a region where gasification currently stands below 50%.

ONEOK Agrees to Sell Interstate Gas Pipelines to DT Midstream for $1.2 Billion

(P&GJ) — ONEOK has agreed to sell its three wholly owned interstate natural gas pipeline systems—Guardian Pipeline, Midwestern Gas Transmission, and Viking Gas Transmission—to DT Midstream for $1.2 billion in cash.

TC Energy Raises 2025 Profit Outlook Amid Natural Gas Demand, Updates on Mexican Operations

TC Energy forecasts a higher 2025 profit, driven by natural gas demand and growth projects, while providing updates on its Southeast Gateway pipeline and Mexican operations.

Anaergia Secures 10-Year Contract to Operate California’s Largest Organic Waste-to-RNG Facility

The Rialto facility, located in Southern California, is the largest organic waste-to-renewable natural gas (RNG) plant in North America.

Carbon Mapper's Tanager-1 Flags, Mitigates Methane Leak in Permian Gathering Pipeline

A methane leak from a gathering pipeline in the Texas Permian Basin was swiftly mitigated after detection by the Tanager-1 satellite. Carbon Mapper's data, shared with agencies and operators, led to voluntary repairs, showcasing the critical role of remote sensing in midstream emissions management.

Enbridge Line 5 Project Advances with DNR Permits in Wisconsin

Enbridge's Line 5 relocation project in Wisconsin moves forward with key permits from the DNR, including approvals for wetland and waterway impacts. The 41-mile pipeline reroute aims to address environmental concerns while meeting state and federal standards.

P&GJ Executive Interview: PPI Chief Cites Benefits of Plastic Pipelines

Despite taking the reins of PPI at the outset of a global pandemic, David Fink saw a bright future for the plastics pipe industry and a growing role for its products across an expanding range of underground applications. He now works diligently to make that vision come true.

Sable Offshore Negotiates Pipeline Work Plan with California Regulators

The pipelines, operated by Pacific Pipeline Company, run through the Coastal Zone and have been subject to scrutiny over compliance with the state’s Coastal Act.

North Dakota Approves Summit Carbon Pipeline Permit

North Dakota regulators have approved Summit Carbon Solutions' permit for a carbon dioxide pipeline, advancing plans to transport CO₂ from Midwest ethanol plants to an underground storage site in the state.

Coterra Expands in Permian with $4 Billion New Mexico Acquisitions, Adds 125 Miles of Pipeline

Coterra Energy Inc. has announced agreements to acquire assets from Franklin Mountain Energy and Avant Natural Resources for a combined $3.95 billion.

Spain's Exolum Tests Using Oil Infrastructure for Green Hydrogen in Britain

Exolum has launched a pilot project in Britain to explore using oil infrastructure for transporting and storing green hydrogen. The project, supported by the British government, uses liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHC) to address key challenges in the hydrogen economy, aiming to reduce costs and speed up deployment.

Cadiz to Repurpose Steel from Terminated Keystone XL Pipeline for California Water Project

The steel will join Cadiz’s existing pipeline assets, which include 220 miles acquired from El Paso Natural Gas in 2021. Once operational, this expanded pipeline network will create the largest groundwater bank in the Southwest.