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Using Phased Array UT in Lieu of Radiography for Weld Inspections
Since its introduction in the early 2000s, phased array ultrasonic testing (UT) instruments have been embraced by NDT service providers for weld inspections in lieu of RT.
German Chancellor Dampens Talk of Halting Nord Stream 2 — Party Sources
German Chancellor Angela Merkel downplayed the possibility of halting Russia's Nord Stream 2 pipeline in response to the poisoning of a top Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.
Anatomy of Frustration: Atlantic Coast and Dakota Access Pipelines
In early July, the U.S. pipeline industry faced down a one-two punch as the $8 billion Atlantic Coast Pipeline was canceled and a federal judge ordered the Dakota Access pipeline shut down.
And Our Readers Say …
A recent survey of Pipeline & Gas Journal readers showed a clear majority of respondents believe the lingering effects of the coronavirus and recent developments concerning Dakota Access and Atlantic Coast pipelines have dealt a serious one-two punch to midstream businesses.
Death Toll from Bangladesh Gas Explosion Rises to 24
The death toll from a gas pipeline explosion in a mosque outside Bangladesh’s capital rose to 24 on Sunday while authorities were examining how a leakage caused the accident during evening prayers.
Italy Can be Hydrogen Hub with Pipeline Imports from Africa - Snam
Italy could become a clean energy hub for Europe by piping hydrogen produced in North Africa from solar power at 10-15% less than it costs to produce locally, according to a new study.
Michels Corporation Selected by TC Energy to Build Facilities on Keystone XL
Michels has been selected by TC Energy to build several pump stations along the Keystone XL pipeline.
Germany Pressed to Rethink Nord Stream 2 Pipeline After Navalny Poisoning
The German government is feeling pressure to dampen its support for the Kremlin's Russia-Germany Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline after a major political opponent to Russian President Vladimir Putin was confirmed to have been poisoned with a Soviet-era nerve agent.
Police Investigating Bomb Hoax at Texas Pipeline Construction Site
State and federal law enforcement officials are investigating a device made to look like a bomb that was placed near a construction site for Kinder Morgan's Permian Highway Pipeline in Texas.
San Mateo Midstream Provides Pipeline, Black River LNG Updates
San Mateo midstream provided updates on Tuesday to several of its ongoing pipeline projects as well as on the expansion of its Black River LNG plant in New Mexico.
U.S. Department of Interior Requests Expedited Environmental Reviews for Energy Projects from Trump Administration
The U.S. Department of Interior has asked the Trump Administration to fast track environmental reviews for several major energy and infrastructure projects, including LNG facilities and pipelines.
Imperial Shuts Kearl Oil Sands Operations After Pipeline Outage
Imperial Oil announced on Wednesday it has shut production at its Kearl oil sands production site in Canada due to an outage on a third-party pipeline.
Enbridge Restores Offshore Pipelines After Hurricane Shutdown
Enbridge has restored operations on two of its offshore natural gas pipelines in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico after Hurricane Laura prompted shutdowns last week.
Texas Authorities 'Neutralize' Suspicious Package Near Pipeline Construction Site
Authorities in Texas removed a suspicious package near a construction site for Kinder Morgan's Permian Highway Pipeline on Tuesday.
Energy Transfer Announces Completion of Lone Star Express Pipeline Expansion Project
Energy Transfer has completed the expansion of its Lone Star Express natural gas liquids pipeline.
U.S. Army Engineers Encourage Settlement in Dakota Access Pipeline Litigation
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has urged the federal government to settle a dispute with North Dakota over the state's pursuit of $38 million to recover costs associated with the protests of the Dakota Access Pipeline in 2016 and 2017.
Phillips 66 Partners Announces Open Season for Gray Oak Pipeline
Gray Oak Pipeline has launched an open season to solicit transport interest on the Phillips 66 pipeline from West Texas to a new destination in Victoria, TX.
Storm Knocks Out U.S. Gulf of Mexico Natural Gas Pipeline
Enbridge reported on Monday that the company's natural gas pipeline which serves four offshore production platforms in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico remained out of commission after Hurricane Laura devastated the area.
Regulators Approve Two Pipeline Projects in North Dakota
Regulators in North Dakota have approved two pipeline projects in the state.
U.S. Court Rejects Bid to Halt Kinder Morgan Gas Pipeline
A judge in Austin, TX has rejected efforts by environmental groups to halt construction of Kinder Morgan's $2.3 billion Permian Highway natural gas pipeline.
U.S. Army Corps Asks Appeals Court to Reverse Dakota Access Ruling
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has asked a court of appeals to reverse a ruling against the Dakota Access pipeline which invalidated an environmental permit that allowed the pipeline to operate on U.S. land.
Pipeline Tunnel Supporters, Foes Clash Before Michigan Panel
Supporters and opponents of a tunnel to house an oil pipeline crossing the Straits of Mackinac in Michigan appeared before a regulatory panel on Monday to present their arguments.
Phillips 66 Shuts More Louisiana Facilities, Pipelines as Hurricane Approaches
Phillips 66 announced it is closing additional facilities in Louisiana in preparation of Hurricane Laura's landfall on Wednesday evening.
Bodies of Remaining 2 Missing in Texas Port Explosion Found
The bodies of the 2 crew members from a dredging vessel who were missing after the ship struck a pipeline causing an explosion on Friday have been found.
Terrorists Blamed for Pipeline Blast in Syria
An explosion on a main gas pipeline traversing the Middle East caused a blackout across Syria on Monday. Government officials said it was the result of a terrorist attack.
Search Ends for 2 Still Missing After Texas Port Pipeline Explosion
The search ended Sunday for two crew members of a dredging boat who were missing after a pipeline explosion in the Port of Corpus. Four people died and six were injured in the blast.
4 People Missing After Natural Gas Pipeline Explosion at Texas Port
Four people are missing after a dredging vessel hit a natural gas pipeline causing an explosion at a port in Texas.
Pennsylvania Fines Sunoco Mariner East 2 NGL Pipeline for Drilling Fluid Spills
Pennsylvania has fined Energy Transfer for drilling fluid spills during the construction of its Mariner East 2 natural gas liquids pipeline.
Minnesota Governor Appeals Enbridge Line 3 Regulator Approval
The Governor of Minnesota has appealed utility regulators approval Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline replacement project.
TechnipFMC Awarded Subsea Contract for Petrobras Offshore Project
Petrobras has awarded TechnipFMC a large subsea infrastructure contract for the Brazilian oil company's Mero offshore project.
- Williams' $1 Billion Gas Pipeline Blocked by U.S. Appeals Court, Derailing Five-State Project
- Texas Waha Hub Gas Prices Plunge to Record Lows, Hit Negative Territory
- Williams Begins Louisiana Pipeline Construction Despite Ongoing Legal Dispute with Energy Transfer
- U.S. Buys Nearly 5 Million Barrels of Oil for Emergency Stockpile
- U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down Controversial Biden Pipeline Safety Rules
- Report: Houston Region Poised to Become a Global Clean Hydrogen Hub
- Exxon Mobil to Start Gas Reserve Seismic Surveys in Greece
- LaPorte, Texas, Issues Shelter in Place After Altivia Plant Leaks Toxic Gas
- Texas Startup Endeavors Again to Build First Major U.S. Oil Refinery Since 1977
- Second Gas Pipeline Rupture in Texas’ Reeves County Raises Environmental Concerns
