Pipeline
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.
Brazil's TAG, Eneva to Launch New LNG Pipeline Connection in October
TAG CEO Gustavo Labanca said on Tuesday that $62.67 million was invested in the new 25-km (15.5-mile) pipeline section, which will be able to transport as much as 14 million cubic meters of LNG per day.
Texas LNG Brownsville Signs 20-Year Liquefaction Deal with EQT
Glenfarne's Texas LNG and EQT have executed a 20-year tolling agreement for natural gas liquefaction services for 2 million tonnes per annum of LNG, the energy companies said on Tuesday.
Illinois Governor Signs Bill Implementing Two-Year Pause on CO2 Pipeline Construction
Governor JB Pritzker has signed the SAFE CCS Act, establishing new safety standards for carbon capture in Illinois and implementing a two-year pause on CO2 pipeline construction.
QatarEnergy-Exxon’s Texas LNG Project Construction to Speed Up After Contractor Settlement
Work to complete the QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil $11 billion liquefied natural gas project in Texas could speed up following a settlement agreement allowing the joint venture to choose a new contractor to take over the development, according to court documents.
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.
Drilling Rig Arrives at Russia's Sakhalin, Supporting Potential Gas Pipeline to China
A semisubmersible drilling rig called Polar Lights is due to arrive at the Russian Pacific island of Sakhalin on Saturday to drill a well at a field hit by U.S. sanctions, the Russian agency for sea and river transport said.
Circular Economy Initiatives for Offshore Piping and Related Infrastructure
Circular economy is a sustainable business model that aims to ensure use of resources, extraction of maximum value from the equipment during operation and the recovery and regeneration of products and materials at the end of each’s service life.
ONEOK to Build 230-Mile Refined Products Pipeline from Kansas to Denver
ONEOK plans to boost its pipeline capacity by constructing a new 230-mile pipeline from Scott City, Kansas, to Denver International Airport, enhancing its refined products supply between the Mid-Continent and Gulf Coast.
Ukraine Halts Lukoil's Russian Oil Transit, Slovakia and Hungary Affected
The move highlights the volatile nature of the remaining Russian oil supplies to Europe via the Soviet-built Druzhba pipeline, the last major functioning Russian oil supply route to the continent.
Tenaz Energy to Acquire NAM's Offshore, Pipeline Assets for $180 Million
The transaction includes all of NAM's offshore exploration and production businesses, associated pipeline infrastructure, and onshore processing in the Netherlands.
Meeting Challenges of Safely Repairing Online Pipelines
Oil and gas operators the world over face the same set of challenges, best summed up as requiring that they identify and implement the safest and most cost-effective way of maximizing hydrocarbon output.
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.
Second Gas Pipeline Rupture in Texas’ Reeves County Raises Environmental Concerns
A natural gas pipeline in Reeves County ruptured on July 15, marking the second such incident in the area within 11 months.
EIA: U.S. Imports of Canadian Crude Hit Record High After TMX Startup
Imports rose by 807,000 barrels per day to 4.4 million bpd in the week to July 12, the largest gain since March 2023, according to the data.
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.
Chesapeake Utilities Expands Renewable Natural Gas Infrastructure in Florida
Chesapeake Utilities' subsidiary, Peninsula Pipeline Company (PPC), has received approval from the Florida Public Service Commission for three projects expanding natural gas infrastructure.
TC Energy's $15 Billion Keystone XL Claim Rejected by U.S. Tribunal
Canada's TC Energy said on Tuesday a free trade arbitration tribunal had tossed out its claim to recover more than $15 billion from the U.S. government for the cancellation of its Keystone XL project.
ADNOC Gas Awards $550 Million in Contracts to Expand UAE Gas Pipeline Network
ADNOC Gas has agreed to transfer ownership of the $2.4 billion UAE gas pipeline expansion project to ADNOC. This transfer aims to enhance the capacity for natural gas delivery to the Northern Emirates.
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.
Biden Administration Considers Expanded Alaska Drilling Protections
The Biden administration is seeking input on whether to add more areas for protection from oil and gas drilling in Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve.
Gibson Energy Extends Contract, Adds Cactus II Pipeline Connection
Gibson Energy Inc. has approved a new connection to the Cactus II Pipeline at its Gateway Terminal in South Texas, providing customers with access to up to 700,000 barrels per day of additional supply.
Ramco Secures Long-Term Contract for Equinor's Oil, Gas Pipelines
Ramco Norway will handle 80% of Equinor's oil and gas pipes running from Fjord Base in Florø to the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
Canadian TMX Oil Sees First Purchases from Japan and South Korea Refiners
The purchases come after exports commenced from the expanded TMX pipeline in May which will triple the flow of crude from landlocked Alberta to Canada's Pacific coast to 890,000 barrels per day.
Enhancing Contractor Safety: New API Assessment Program Targets Key Risks
API introduces the Pipeline Contractor Assessment Program to enhance safety practices among pipeline contractors, focusing on standardized guidelines and risk management based on RP 1173.
- Williams Seeks Emergency Certificate to Operate $1 Billion Mid-Atlantic Gas Pipeline After Court Reversal
- Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project
- FERC Sides with Williams in Texas-Louisiana Pipeline Dispute with Energy Transfer
- Phillips 66 to Shut LA Oil Refinery, Ending Major Gasoline Output Amid Supply Concerns
- U.S. Appeals Court Blocks Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Pipeline Permits
- Malaysia’s Oil Exports to China Surge Amid Broader Import Decline
- Four Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in U.S. Since 2023
- Lighter U.S. Permian Crude Risks Losing Favor with Refiners Due to Processing Challenges
- Saudi Arabia Looking to Expand Pipeline to Reduce Oil Exports via Gulf
- Report: Houston Region Poised to Become a Global Clean Hydrogen Hub
