Expansion
India Sets $67 Billion Goal to Expand Gas Pipeline Network by 9,630 Miles
India is poised to nearly double its gas pipeline network by investing $67 billion over the next five years. Key projects include the Jagdishpur-Haldia Phase II pipeline and infrastructure developments in the northeastern states.
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.
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.
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.
Texas LNG Secures Final Investment Decision with New Offtake Agreement
Texas LNG Brownsville LLC, a subsidiary of Glenfarne Energy Transition, has secured enough customer commitments to move forward with its liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminal project in the Port of Brownsville, Texas.
Williams Seeks Emergency Certificate to Operate $1 Billion Mid-Atlantic Gas Pipeline After Court Reversal
Williams' Transco has applied for a temporary emergency certificate from FERC to continue operating its new $1 billion natural gas project running through five mid-Atlantic states after the regulator's approval was vacated.
Williams Gains Chatham Council's Backing for Major Transco Pipeline Expansion
Virgnia’s Chatham Town Council has thrown its support behind the Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project with a unanimous vote. The proposed project includes constructing nearly 55 miles of new pipeline across Virginia and North Carolina.
Williams to Add 4.2 Bcf/d of Natural Gas Capacity by 2027
The new projects include the 1.8-Bcf/d Louisiana Energy Gateway gas pipeline, which is under construction and expected to enter service in 2025, and the 1.6-Bcf/d Southeast Supply Enhancement, which could enter service by 2027.
Vista Energy to Invest $1.1 Billion in Argentina's Vaca Muerta Shale Expansion
In a push to unlock more of the oil riches buried in a massive shale deposit in Argentina, Vista Energy will invest about $1.1 billion this year as it also aims to cut costs there by double digits, the firm's CEO said.
Trans Mountain Expansion Spurs Rate Cuts Among Rival Pipelines
Pipelines that historically carry Canadian crude to the U.S. are cutting rates and looking to ship different grades of crude oil due to rising competition from the newly expanded Trans Mountain pipeline.
Spotlight on Permian: Pipeline Activity Still Pushing Toward Texas-Louisiana Border
While most of the Permian Basin natural gas pipelines built in recent years have targeted LNG export markets south of the Houston area, two proposed intrastate projects have emerged within the last couple of years that will deliver Permian Basin gas to the Texas-Louisiana border region.
New Haynesville Pipeline Projects Near Completion Amid LNG Demand Surge
New pipeline projects in the Haynesville region, such as the 155-mile Louisiana Energy Access Pipeline (LEAP) expansion, are approaching completion to support the increasing LNG export demand from Gulf Coast facilities.
Trans Mountain Appoints Mark Maki as CEO Amid Pipeline Expansion Milestone
Canadian pipeline operator Trans Mountain Corp. on Friday named insider Mark Maki as its chief executive officer from Sept. 1.
Pemex Approved for $400 Million Boost in New 'Mexican Gas Frontier,' Includes Pipeline Expansion
Pemex has received approval to increase its investment in the Lakach deepwater gas project by $400 million, marking a significant step in Mexico's new 'gas frontier.' The expansion includes building additional pipeline infrastructure and comes as billionaire Carlos Slim signs a $1.2 billion contract with Pemex.
EnBW to Invest $1.1 Billion in Expanding Germany’s Hydrogen Network, Including Conversion of 155-Mile SEL Gas Pipeline
(P&GJ) — EnBW is set to invest $1.1 billion in Germany’s hydrogen infrastructure, focusing on integrating and converting the 155-mile SEL gas pipeline into a key component of the country’s expanding hydrogen network.
Brazos Midstream Nears Completion of 175-Mile Gas Pipeline in Midland Basin
The pipeline network covers several counties including Ector, Howard, and Midland, and will connect to 10 compressor stations. Once this phase is completed, Brazos will manage around 260 miles of gathering pipelines in the Midland Basin.
Cheniere's South Texas LNG Project 62% Complete, Ahead of Schedule
The company also added that its Corpus Christi Stage 3 project, an export facility in South Texas, was progressing ahead of schedule, and was 62.4% complete as of June 30.
Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion Fails to Narrow Canadian Heavy Oil Discount
The Trans Mountain oil pipeline expansion (TMX) was meant to shrink the discount on Canadian oil versus U.S. crude but three months in the differential is wider than when commercial operations on the project started.
Williams Cos. Exceeds Q2 Estimates, Boosted by New Acquisitions
Williams has made a series of acquisitions in recent past to boost its capacity, hoping to tap into an expected spike in demand for liquefied natural gas exports and power-intensive AI data centers.
Freeport LNG Nears Expansion Completion, Set to Boost Output
U.S. liquefied natural gas developer Freeport LNG expects to increase production beyond its 15.3 million metric ton per annum capacity as it wraps up an expansion project.
Texas Needs More Natural Gas Pipelines as Prices Turn Negative Again
Analysts say that is a sure sign the Permian Basin region needs more gas pipelines, which has already prompted Kinder Morgan, Energy Transfer and other U.S. energy firms to propose new projects.
Williams' $1 Billion Gas Pipeline Blocked by U.S. Appeals Court, Derailing Five-State Project
Williams Cos.’ $1 billion pipeline project is halted after a U.S. appeals court overturns the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's approval, citing inadequate environmental and public interest reviews.
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.
Sempra, Bechtel Ink Deal for Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 Expansion
Sempra has signed a fixed-price agreement with Bechtel Energy to build the second phase of the Port Arthur liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plant in Texas.
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.
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.
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.
Engie, Macquarie to Partner on 434-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion in Mexico
French energy company Engie has agreed to partner with Australian infrastructure investor Macquarie Asset Management to expand the Mayakan natural gas pipeline in Mexico.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- 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
