Projects
Permian Enters Uncharted Waters in Better Shape than Most Regions
With the Coronavirus crisis and its effect on upstream operations putting a damper on all segments of the midstream sector, some major projects in the Permian Basin appear to be moving forward, albeit at a slower and far more cautious pace.
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.
Underwater: Australia's Oil Industry Faces New Indigenous Heritage Test
A discovery of ancient artifacts near a planned pipeline route off Australia's west coast has opened new challenges for energy companies to conserve indigenous heritage.
Merkel Doesn't Rule Out Sanctions on Nord Stream 2
Chancellor Angela Merkel does not rule out imposing sanctions on a pipeline set to bring Russian gas to Germany in response to the suspected poisoning of a Kremlin critic with a Soviet-style nerve agent, her chief spokesman said on Monday.
Merkel Doesn't Rule Out Sanctions on Nord Stream 2
Chancellor Angela Merkel does not rule out imposing sanctions on a pipeline set to bring Russian gas to Germany in response to the suspected poisoning of a Kremlin critic with a Soviet-style nerve agent, her chief spokesman said on Monday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
European Personnel Firms Awarded Work on Baltic Pipe Project
Three European oil and gas personnel firms have been awarded contracts to supply workers to assist construction on the EU-backed Baltic Pipe Project.
Kinder Morgan Reroutes Portion of Permian Pipeline, Reaffirms Commitment
Texas energy firm Kinder Morgan remains committed to its Permian Highway Pipeline and has agreed to reroute a short portion of the project after experiencing drilling fluid spills and notable opposition in recent months.
ConocoPhillips Gets U.S. Green Light for Alaska Oil Project
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management approved ConocoPhillips' plan for drilling in Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve, including roads and pipelines to access the North Slope site.
Gas Pipeline to China's First Major Independent LNG Terminal Complete
Work has been completed on a subsea gas pipeline connecting the country's first major privately owned terminal with a local gas grid.
Tellurian Cuts Pipelines to Reduce Phase 1 Costs at U.S. LNG Export Plant
Tellurian has announced it is cutting three pipeline projects to reduce costs for its Driftwood LNG export facility in Louisiana.
EU 'Highly Concerned' by U.S. Stance on Nord Stream Pipeline
A delegation of members within the European Union has raised concerns with the U.S. state department regarding sanctions imposed by the country on companies involved in the construction of Russia's Nord Stream 2 pipeline.
Red Butte Pipe Line Announces Open Season
Red Butte Pipe Line, a subsidiary of Silver Creek Midstream, has announced an open season on a crude oil pipeline system in Wyoming.
FERC Gives Delfin Another Year to Build Louisiana Floating LNG Project
U.S. energy regulators granted Delfin LNG a second one-year extension until September 2021, to complete its proposed floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) export facility off the coast of Louisiana.
Rangeland Midstream Canada Brings Marten Hills Pipeline into Service
Rangeland Midstream Canada said its Marten Hills Pipeline System entered service. The system consists of new crude oil and condensate pipelines located in the Marten Hills region of north central Alberta.
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Rangeland Midstream Canada Brings Marten Hills Pipeline into Service Rangeland Midstream Canada said its Marten Hills Pipeline System entered service. The system consists of new crude oil and condensate pipelines located in the Marten Hills region of north central Alberta. The Marten Hills Pipelin..
Case Study: Starling Pipe-in-Pipe Project Copes with Stresses of S-Lay Pipelaying
The use of pipe-in-pipe systems for the thermal insulation of pipelines is well established. Since 2004, Tata Steel has been delivering systems for pipe-in-pipe projects in the North Sea, including BP Rhum and Talisman Tweedsmuir.
Replacing Aging Pipe Remains a Big Source for Work
With so many companies involved in natural gas distribution (P&GJ reports on more than 300 such companies, ranging in size from 6 million to a few hundred customers in the Annual 500 Report in November), this summary of ongoing infrastructure replacement projects is not an all-inclusive overview of activity.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Enbridge Plans 86-Mile Pipeline Expansion, Bringing 850 Workers to Northern B.C.
- Intensity, Rainbow Energy to Build 344-Mile Gas Pipeline Across North Dakota
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- U.S. Moves to Block Enterprise Products’ Exports to China Over Security Risk
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- A Systematic Approach To Ensuring Pipeline Integrity
- 275-Mile Texas-to-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
- TC Energy’s North Baja Pipeline Expansion Brings Mexico Closer to LNG Exports
- Consumers Energy Begins 135-Mile Michigan Gas Pipeline Upgrade, Taps 600 Workers
