Pipeline
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.
Investment Firm Aethon Explores Options for $10 Billion U.S. Natural Gas Assets, Sources Say
U.S.-based investment firm Aethon Energy Management is considering options for its natural gas assets valued at around $10 billion, according to sources. Aethon’s portfolio, primarily focused on the Haynesville shale, positions the firm as one of the largest privately held gas producers in the U.S.
Crown LNG Races to Develop and Start Texas LNG Plant Before Trump's Term Ends in 2029
Crown LNG aims to complete a Texas-based LNG export plant before President Trump’s term concludes in 2029, with a focus on expediting offshore development to streamline regulatory approval.
Norway to Acquire Full Control of Gas Pipeline Network in $1.6 Billion Government Deal
Norway has agreed to a $1.6 billion buyout with seven private owners to nationalize most of its gas pipeline network, enhancing government control over the key energy infrastructure.
Pipeline Explosion at PDVSA Facility in Venezuela’s Monagas Region Causes Injuries
A pipeline explosion at a natural gas complex in Venezuela’s eastern Monagas state has left several people injured, causing outages and halting operations. The blast, which resulted in a fire, damaged pipelines and equipment at the PDVSA-operated facility.
First Renewables Begins Flow of Renewable Gas in New Zealand Pipeline
New Zealand's gas infrastructure reached a significant milestone with the launch of renewable gas flowing through a Firstgas pipeline, marking the country's first-ever use of biogas for residential and commercial users.
WhiteWater Reaches FID on 170-Mile, 1.75 Bcf/d Pelican Pipeline to Serve Louisiana’s Gillis Hub
WhiteWater has announced it will proceed with constructing the Pelican Pipeline, a major natural gas line stretching 170 miles from Williams, Louisiana, to the Gillis Hub near Ragley, Louisiana.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
- Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
- Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
- US Poised to Become Net Exporter of Crude Oil in 2023
