Pipeline
N.D. Seeks to Recover Pipeline Protest Costs, Sues Federal Government
North Dakota sued the federal government Thursday to recover the $38 million the state spent policing protests against the Dakota Access oil pipeline.
Kinder Morgan Moves Ahead with Pipeline Connection to Houston
Kinder Morgan Inc will go ahead with a South Texas pipeline connection that would transport crude from Phillips 66's 900,000 bpd Gray Oak pipeline in the Permian Basin to delivery points at the Houston Ship Channel, the company said on Wednesday.
Sources: Enbridge Delays Start of Mainline Open Season
Enbridge Inc has delayed the start of an open season to solicit bids for contracted space on its Mainline oil pipeline system, North America's largest oil-shipping network, three market sources told Reuters.
China Asks for 'Friendly Consultation' in Malaysia Pipeline Dispute
The Chinese government has expressed hope for a “friendly consultation” with Malaysia to resolve a dispute of the building of two multibillion-dollar gas pipeline projects.
SoCalGas Worker Killed in Gas Line Explosion, 15 Others Injured
A natural gas explosion destroyed a Southern California home, killed a gas company worker and injured more than a dozen other people Monday, authorities said.
Produced Water Spills into Missouri River Tributary
Cleanup is underway after 21,000 gallons of brine oilfield wastewater leaked from an underground pipeline in western North Dakota and into an unnamed tributary of the Missouri River, the state Health Department said Monday.
Tanzania, Zambia Planning $1.5 Billion Oil Pipeline
Tanzania and Zambia plan to build a refined products pipeline to transport petroleum between the two countries at a cost of $1.5 billion, Tanzania’s Energy minister said.
BC Not Authorized to Regulate Trans Mountain Oil Flows, Court Rules
Five judges ruled unanimously the provincial government of British Columbia cannot regulate increased flows of heavy crude through the proposed Trans Mountain pipeline, removing a potential hurdle to the long-delayed project.
Potential Permitting Delays Could Raise Line 3 Costs
Enbridge said there is a risk its Line 3 replacement project could exceed its previous cost estimate of $6.71 billion (C$9 billion) because of delays to permits in the United States.
FERC Authorizes Williams to Expand Pipeline for New York Markets
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a certificate of public convenience and necessity to Williams authorizing the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NSE) project – an expansion of the existing Transco natural gas pipeline designed to serve New York markets.
Permit Denied for 24-Mile Underwater Pipeline by New York Regulators
State environmental regulators denied a water quality permit for a 24-mile (39-km) underwater pipeline from New Jersey to Queens that backers say is crucial for meeting rising demand for natural gas in New York City and Long Island.
Bulgaria Builds Gas Link to End Full Reliance on Russian Gas
Bulgaria started building a $268 million (240 million euro) gas pipeline with Greece that will end the Balkan country’s total dependence on Russian gas and help diversify supplies in southeastern Europe.
Norway-Poland Gas Link on Track for 2022
A planned pipeline linking Norwegian natural gas fields to markets in Denmark and Poland is on track for completion by October 2022, Polish Foreign Minister Jacek Czaputowicz told Reuters.
Bombing Attack Halts Pumping on Colombian Pipelines
Pumping on Colombia’s Bicentenario and Cano Limon oil pipelines was halted in mid-May after bomb attacks in recent days, sources from operators Bicentenario and state-run oil company Ecopetrol said.
Canadian Oil Pipeline Congestion Sets up Lucrative Storage Play
Upheavals in the Canadian crude market are providing unique opportunities for firms with sizeable long-term leases on Alberta storage tanks, a cluster that sources say includes Mercuria Energy Group and oil major BP Plc’s trading arm.
Brazil Supreme Court Approves Sale of Petrobas Pipeline Unit
Brazil’s state-run oil firm Petrobras was cleared to move forward with the sale of its TAG pipeline unit to France’s Engie SA after Brazil’s Supreme Court ruled that state-run firms do not need congressional approval to sell their subsidiaries.
ExxonMobil to Expand Infrastructure for Growing Argentina Production
ExxonMobil announced it will proceed with long-term development in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale, including the construction of pipeline and export infrastructure to support an expected 55,000 oil-equivalent bpd by 2024.
Longhorn Midstream Launches Open Season for Delaware Basin Gathering System
Longhorn Midstream today announced that one of its subsidiaries, LM Touchdown Crude, has launched a binding open season to obtain commitments to support the development of its Touchdown Crude Oil Gathering System in the Northern Delaware Basin.
Sources: ADNOC Hires BAML, Mizuho for Natural Gas Pipelines Deal
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has hired Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Mizuho to arrange the lease of its natural gas pipeline assets, sources familiar with the matter said, as the oil giant establishes new partnerships in an era of lower oil prices.
Lack of New Canadian Pipelines Worries Oil Producers
Frustration is palpable among Canadian energy executives who have flocked to the annual Calgary Stampede celebrations in Canada's oil capital this week, even though a recent pipeline approval gives them something to celebrate amid the rodeo competitions, corporate parties and pancake breakfasts.
Oregon County Officials Push Back Against Pipeline
County officials in southern Oregon are asking the federal government to deny construction of a 230-mile natural gas pipeline, alleging that project developer Pembina has overstated its economic benefits and downplayed its environmental impact.
Keystone Opponents Seek New Angle
Opponents of the Keystone XL oil pipeline asked a judge to again block construction of the $8 billion project after President Donald Trump issued a new permit for it.
Gas Pipeline Fire Near Power Station Outside Moscow Kills 1
Russian officials say a massive fire near a power station just outside Moscow has killed one person and injured at least 13.
Democratic Presidential Candidate Speaks out Against Enbridge Line 5
One of the Democratic presidential candidates has spoken out against the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline tunnel calling for the project to be defeated.
Meritage Midstream Extends Binding Open Season on Thunder Creek NGL Pipeline System
Meritage Midstream has extended the binding open season to secure volume dedications to support the proposed construction and development on its Thunder Creek natural gas liquids pipeline.
Major Kenyan Oil Pipeline Project Facing Delays
Project Oil Kenya, a $3 billion oil project in Kenya which includes a $1 billion pipeline, began facing delays almost immediately after it was approved in June, according to a report by Petroleum Economist magazine.
Kinder Morgan Considering Bakken Takeaway Expansion
Another pipeline could soon be carrying more Bakken oil out of North Dakota.
Jemena Starts Construction of Queensland Atlas Gas Pipeline
Jemena said it has commenced construction of the Atlas Gas Pipeline, a 38-mile (60-km) project that will deliver natural gas earmarked for domestic consumption from Queensland's first domestic-only gas supply.
Medallion Starts Open Season for Midland Crude System, Joint Tariff Service
Medallion today launched a binding open season to solicit binding, long-term commitments to support a new crude oil gathering system in the Midland Basin and a new joint tariff transportation service by Medallion Midland Gathering (MMG) and Medallion Pipeline.
Russia's Transneft Slams Rosneft Over Tainted Oil Crisis
Russian state-owned pipeline monopoly Transneft criticized oil producer Rosneft on Monday, alleging it had dragged its feet over quality controls and making unsubstantiated damages claims.
- 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
