Construction

Kinder Morgan Approves $1.4 Billion Mississippi Crossing Project to Boost Southeast Gas Supply

Tennessee Gas Pipeline, a Kinder Morgan subsidiary, greenlights the 206-mile Mississippi Crossing Project, set to deliver up to 1.5 Bcf/d to Southeast U.S. markets by 2028.

YPF and Shell Partner to Advance $50 Billion Argentina LNG Project

Argentina's state-run oil company YPF and oil major Shell signed an agreement to develop the country's flagship liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, the companies said on Thursday.

Texas Connector Pipeline Seeks Route Cuts, Compressor Upgrades in FERC Filing

Texas Connector Pipeline LLC has filed for approval to amend its Texas project, focusing on changes to routing and compression capacity. The revisions aim to improve the efficiency of the pipeline system in Jefferson and Orange counties, with a decision expected in 2025.

Tamboran, APA Group to Develop 23-Mile Sturt Plateau Pipeline in Australia

The 23-mile (37-kilometer) pipeline will connect the planned Sturt Plateau Compression Facility to APA’s existing Amadeus Gas Pipeline, serving as the delivery point for gas volumes under a long-term gas sales agreement (GSA) with the Northern Territory Government.

Argentina’s YPF Creates Partnership for $3 Billion Vaca Muerta Sur Oil Pipeline Project

Argentina's state-run oil company YPF YPFDm.BA formed a new partnership with local oil companies to transport and export oil from its massive Vaca Muerta shale oil formation, the company announced on Monday.

India to Install Connecting Pipeline, Supply LNG to Sri Lanka, PM Modi says

India plans to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Sri Lanka's power plants and will work on connecting the power grids of the two countries as well as lay a petroleum pipeline between the neighbors, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

Boardwalk Approves 110-Mile, 1.16 Bcf/d Mississippi Kosci Junction Pipeline Project

Boardwalk Pipelines has approved the 1.16 Bcf/d Kosci Junction Pipeline project, a major investment by its subsidiary Gulf South Pipeline Company LLC. The 110-mile pipeline will expand natural gas capacity to support growing energy needs in Mississippi and the southeastern United States.

DOE Holds Up Louisiana LNG Approvals Pending FERC Reviews

The U.S. Department of Energy said on Tuesday it is not able to complete reviews of two liquefied natural gas projects in Louisiana until an independent regulatory body finishes its environmental assessments.

GOP Lawmakers Slam New York for Blocking $500 Million Pipeline Project

In a Dec. 5 letter addressed to Governor Hochul, Republican lawmakers from New York and Pennsylvania expressed strong criticism of New York State's decision to block the Northern Access Pipeline, a $500 million natural gas infrastructure project.

Energy Transfer Reaches FID on $2.7 Billion, 2.2 Bcf/d Permian Pipeline

Energy Transfer has announced a final investment decision (FID) to build the Hugh Brinson Pipeline, a $2.7 billion intrastate natural gas pipeline designed to move Permian Basin production to key Texas markets and trading hubs.

ONEOK Completes NGL Fractionation and Pipeline Expansion Projects

ONEOK Inc. announced the completion of two key natural gas liquids (NGL) infrastructure projects: the MB-6 fractionator in Mont Belvieu, Texas, and the looping of the West Texas NGL Pipeline system.

Woodside Partners with Bechtel for Louisiana LNG Project Development

Australia's Woodside Energy Group said on Thursday it has signed an engineering, procurement and construction contract with U.S. engineering firm Bechtel to develop the Louisiana LNG project.

Rising LNG Terminal Costs to Weaken Competitiveness of New U.S. Projects, Analyst Says

Rising construction costs for U.S. LNG export plants, such as Venture Global's Plaquemines and Golden Pass LNG, are expected to reduce the competitiveness of new U.S. projects, analysts at Poten & Partners predict. Increased natural gas demand and a potential rise in prices could further challenge U.S. gas exports.

Guyana’s $2 Billion Gas-to-Energy Project Secures Initial U.S. Loan Support

Guyana’s $2 billion gas-to-energy project has secured preliminary approval for a $500 million U.S. ExIm Bank loan guarantee. The project, including a 300-MW power plant and gas processing facility, aims to cut power costs by 50%.

Wood to Design DeLa Express Pipeline Linking Texas to Louisiana

Wood has been awarded the front-end engineering design (FEED) for a long-haul, large-diameter, liquids-rich natural gas pipeline project in the United States.

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.

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%.

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.

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.

Sinopec, Aramco Begin Construction on $10 Billion Refinery-Petrochemical Plant in China

Sinopec and Saudi Aramco have begun constructing a $10 billion refinery and petrochemical complex in Fujian, China. The project, set to become operational by 2030, highlights growing cooperation between the two energy giants and will significantly boost petrochemical production in the region.

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.

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.

Acciona, RCM to Construct $230 Million Breakwater for Italy’s Ravenna LNG Terminal

Acciona and RCM will construct a $230 million breakwater for Italy's Ravenna LNG terminal, enhancing protection for the offshore facility managed by Snam. Completion is expected in early 2025.

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.

Trump Win Expected to Lift Barriers on U.S. LNG Export Projects, Say Developers

U.S. LNG developers anticipate accelerated project approvals following Donald Trump’s election, as his administration promises to streamline Department of Energy reviews. Companies like Energy Transfer and Commonwealth LNG expect this shift to fast-track multibillion-dollar export projects, while environmental groups vow continued opposition.

Mid-Michigan Pipeline Completion Bolsters Natural Gas Reliability Across Five Counties

Consumers Energy has completed its Mid-Michigan Pipeline, upgrading 55 miles of natural gas pipeline to enhance reliability across five counties. The $1.5 billion project modernizes the gas delivery system just in time for winter.

Sempra's Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 Progressing Faster Than Cameron LNG Expansion, CFO Says

The Texas-based Port Arthur project benefits from a continuous construction agreement with Bechtel and is on track to receive its non-FTA export permit early next year. Meanwhile, the timing for financial approval of the Cameron expansion remains uncertain.

Sempra Misses Profit Estimates on LNG Expenses; Gasoducto Rosarito Pipeline Nears Commercial Launch

Sempra’s third-quarter profit fell short due to rising LNG-related costs and lower utility earnings. Despite this, the Gasoducto Rosarito Pipeline remains on track for commercial operation, supporting Sempra's LNG export ambitions.