Pipeline
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.
TC Energy's South Bow Pipeline Spin-Off Begins Trading on TSX
TC Energy's oil pipeline spin-off, South Bow Corp, started trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange, experiencing a slight decline on its debut. South Bow's main asset is the 622,000 barrel-per-day Keystone pipeline, which ships Canadian crude from Alberta to the U.S. Midwest and Gulf Coast.
Summit Midstream Acquires Tall Oak Midstream for $450 Million
Tall Oak operates a large gas gathering and processing system in the Arkoma Basin, featuring two natural gas processing plants with a total capacity of 220 MMcf/d and 411 miles of gas gathering lines.
From Crude to NGL: Understanding the Complexities of Pipeline Conversions
As Enterprise Products Partners LP expands its footprint in the Permian Basin, the conversion of existing pipelines raises both opportunities and challenges. This article delves into the complexities involved in repurposing energy infrastructure, highlighting technical, economic, and safety considerations amid robust production growth.
Venture Global Receives Approval to Advance Louisiana Calcasieu LNG Plant Toward Commercialization
Venture Global LNG has received approval from the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reintroduce hazardous fluids to part of its Calcasieu LNG export plant in Louisiana. This critical step brings the plant closer to commercial operations after facing legal and regulatory challenges.
Enbridge Acquires PSNC, Adding Over 13,000 Miles of Pipeline to Its U.S. Gas Utility Portfolio
Enbridge Inc. has completed its acquisition of Public Service Company of North Carolina (PSNC) from Dominion Energy. PSNC, now operating as Enbridge Gas North Carolina, serves over 600,000 customers and boasts an extensive network of over 13,000 miles of natural gas pipelines.
Exxon’s $1.28 Billion Asset Sale to Seplat Nears Approval, Says Nigerian President
Nigeria is struggling to raise output of oil, its biggest export earner, mainly due to theft of crude and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta, forcing companies like Exxon and Shell to look to deepwater projects for expansion.
Editor’s Notebook: TMX Expansion Faces Quality Concerns from West Coast Refiners
For a couple of months now, U.S. West Coast oil refiners have been voicing concerns about some of the attributes of crude oil being shipped along the recently completed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion (TMX) from Canada.
2024 Large Horizontal Directional Drilling Rigs Census
When a project calls for horizontal directional drilling (HDD), it’s important to use a qualified contractor and the right equipment for the specific needs, especially when it involves a large rig.
Risk Assessment: Comprehensive Review Concerning Rehab Analysis
Risk models are prominent pipeline integrity management (PIM) tools used to make data-driven decisions. As computing power has increased and data acquisition methods have proliferated, risk models have become more complex.
Finland and Estonia Form Pact to Strengthen Underwater Energy Assets
Finland and Estonia have signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation in protecting and repairing critical underwater energy infrastructure, including the Balticconnector gas pipeline. This partnership aims to enhance energy security and stabilize prices for both countries.
Ground Work on Extension of Mayakan Pipeline Begins
The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and Engie Mexico began construction work after signing a new agreement at the end of March for the expansion of the Mayakan Gas Pipeline.
P&GJ’s Europe 500 Report of Top Pipelines
The following is a list of some of the longest transportation routes on the continent of Europe as of July 2024. This third such report will be broken down into two sections: gas and liquids (oil and products), which will be updated in each of our September issues going forward.
Coating System Takes Aim at Metal Loss in Fracking Operations Pipes
An original erosion-resistant coating (ERC) establishes a new category with a system that resists erosion inside pipes located near fracking wellheads, thereby reducing downtime maintenance costs and enhancing drilling productivity.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Enbridge Plans 86-Mile Pipeline Expansion, Bringing 850 Workers to Northern B.C.
- 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
- Heath Consultants Exits Locate Business to Expand Methane Leak Detection Portfolio
