Central & South America
Argentina’s Allen-Punta Colorada Pipeline Well Underway
Argentina’s YPF has begun construction on the second section of the 272-mile Allen–Punta Colorada pipeline, part of the Vaca Muerta Sur project. The line will transport up to 700,000 bpd of crude oil for export, with SCADA systems, storage terminals, and offshore VLCC loading capacity.
BP Approves New Gas Project in Trinidad to Aid Atlantic LNG Output
BP has approved its Ginger gas development offshore Trinidad and Tobago, part of a renewed focus on natural gas to support the country’s Atlantic LNG facility. Production is expected to begin in 2027, with peak output reaching 62,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day.
New Fortress to Sell Jamaica LNG Assets to Excelerate for $1.1 Billion
Included in the deal are NFE’s LNG import terminal in Montego Bay, its offshore floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) in Old Harbour, and a 150-megawatt combined heat and power plant in Clarendon, along with associated infrastructure.
Oil Loading Slows at Venezuela's Ports Amid U.S. Tariffs, License Termination, Data Shows
Oil exports from Venezuela are slowing as new U.S. tariffs disrupt trade and Chevron begins winding down operations in the country. Tanker data shows growing congestion at key ports as uncertainty over the tariff’s impact stalls shipments to major buyers like China.
Venezuela’s Opposition Proposes Energy Reform to Open Pipelines, Refineries to Foreign Investment
Venezuela’s opposition has proposed sweeping energy reforms that would shrink state oil firm PDVSA and open up oil fields, refineries, and pipeline infrastructure to international investors — a move aimed at attracting support from the U.S. and global energy companies.
Ecuador’s Petroecuador Restarts SOTE Crude Pipeline After Landslide
Ecuador's state oil company Petroecuador said on Wednesday that it had restarted crude transport via the SOTE pipeline after repairing damage caused by a landslide.
Explosive Attacks Halt Two Oil Pipelines in Colombia, Military Blames ELN
Two oil pipelines in rural northeastern Colombia were forced to suspend pumping after they were attacked with explosives, oil transport firm Cenit said on Thursday, while the military blamed the National Liberation Army (ELN) for the strikes.
Shell to Develop Venezuela’s Dragon Gas Field, Build Pipeline to Trinidad by 2026
Shell is expected to begin an environmental baseline survey in April to look at the waves, sea currents, earth movement and marine life, as part of the engineering work to construct a pipeline from Dragon to its facilities in Trinidad.
Brazil Pushes Petrobras, Private Firms to Lower Gas Pipeline and Processing Costs
Brazil could cut prices for firms to access gas pipelines and natural gas processing units, in a bid to lower consumer prices, Brazil's Minister of Mines and Energy Alexandre Silveira said on Tuesday.
Argentina to Tender for LNG Cargoes Next Week to Meet Winter Demand
Argentina will launch a tender process for five to six liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes next week to satisfy gas demand during the upcoming southern hemisphere winter, a government source said on March 13.
Argentina Approves Funding for YPF’s Vaca Muerta Pipeline
Argentina has allowed state oil firm YPF to join a stimulus program unlocking government funds for a pipeline project from the massive Vaca Muerta shale formation to a port in the Patagonian province of Rio Negro, Economy Minister Luis Caputo said on Friday.
Argentina to Rely on Single LNG Import Terminal This Winter, Excelerate Says
Argentina has not requested an additional floating regasification plant from Excelerate Energy for the winter to come, a company executive said, as the South American country plans lower imports of liquefied natural gas this year.
Panama Canal Considers Pipeline to Move U.S. Gas to Asia
The Panama Canal is exploring the construction of a pipeline to move liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) across the trade passage, canal administrator Ricaurte Vasquez said on Monday, with Japan seen as a top potential client for gas coming from the U.S.
Global News March 2025
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
Projects March 2025
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.
Thirst for LNG Could Bolster Expansion in Europe, Elsewhere
Europe is taking major steps to expand its gas pipeline networks to support gas flows from new LNG terminals. Germany, for instance, is planning to add 355 miles of pipeline over the next few years to accommodate new LNG imports, almost all of which will be high-capacity pipe, with diameters of 39 inches or greater.
Trinidad Seeks U.S. Extension for Shell’s Venezuela Gas Project
Trinidad and Tobago plans to ask U.S. President Donald Trump's administration to extend a license for Shell and Trinidad's National Gas Company to develop a key gas project in Venezuela, four sources close to the preparations said.
Trump's 10% Oil Tariff Could Cost Foreign Producers $10 Billion Annually, Goldman Sachs Says
Goldman Sachs said on Friday a proposed 10% U.S. oil tariff could cost foreign producers $10 billion per year, as Canadian and Latin American heavy crudes remain reliant on U.S. refiners due to limited alternative buyers and processing capabilities.
Exxon Plans Large-Scale Gas Pipeline, LNG Project in Guyana
Exxon Mobil is expanding natural gas production in Guyana with a large-scale project, including new pipelines, LNG exports, and gas supply for power and petrochemical production.
Petrobras Unit Launches Tender for Eight Gas Tankers, 13 More to Come by end-2026
Transpetro, a unit of Brazil's state-run oil company Petrobras, has launched an international tender to contract eight gas tankers and expects to launch 13 others by the end of next year, Chief Executive Sergio Bacci said at an event on Monday.
Exxon to Increase Gas Production, Transport from Hammerhead Project, Offshore Guyana
A consortium led by U.S. major Exxon Mobil plans to produce up to 180,000 barrels per day (bpd) of oil and 95 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) of gas at its seventh project in Guyana, Hammerhead, according to a document published by the country's environmental agency on Monday.
How LNG Will Fuel Global Energy Evolution at Scale
LNG is a key enabler of the global transition to a decarbonized energy system. It will play a pivotal role as companies move from coal and oil to cleaner energy sources.
Exxon Seeks Permit for Gas Production, LNG Project as Output Rises in Guyana
Exxon Mobil seeks permits for its eighth project in Guyana, focusing on gas production. The company aims to boost capacity to 1.7 million barrels per day by 2029 while supporting Guyana's LNG development.
U.S. Gulf Coast Refiners Pay Premium for Trinidad's Heavy Sour Molo Crude
Some U.S. Gulf Coast refiners have recently paid prices over the Brent crude benchmark for Trinidad and Tobago's Molo heavy sour crude, the CEO of the country's state-owned oil company, Heritage Petroleum, said on Tuesday.
Global News February 2025
Stay informed with the latest industry news and developments in the midstream sector. From pipeline projects to regulatory updates and company announcements, P&GJ's Global News column brings you the most important insights from around the world.
Construction Report: Trump Policies, Thirst for LNG Could Bolster Expansion
While the global thirst for LNG continues to drive pipeline construction globally, the real questions for the new year concern a second Donald Trump presidency in the United States. Early analysis from those in the industry suggest the change of administration will be good for midstream.
Argentina's YPF Signs LNG Export Deal with Indian Firms
Argentina's state-run oil company YPF signed a memorandum of understanding with three Indian firms to potentially export up to 10 million metric tons of LNG per year, the company said on Tuesday.
Argentina Eyes Gas Imports from Bolivia, Chile Amid Heat Wave Demand Surge
Bolivia and Chile are in talks to restart gas exports to Argentina amid a surge in demand spurred by a summer heat wave, underscoring the challenge for the government in Buenos Aires as it looks to become energy self-sufficient.
Peru’s Bretaña Crude Gains Traction Among U.S. Refiners Amid Mexican Supply Decline
Peru's niche Bretaña crude oil is gaining popularity in the United States, with the first cargo discharging in the U.S. Gulf Coast this month as U.S. refiners seek alternatives for declining Mexican heavy crude.
Guyana Exports 225 Crude Cargoes in 2024, Boosted by Exxon’s Ramp-Up
Guyana exported 225 cargoes of crude oil in 2024, its energy minister said on Tuesday, as a consortium led by U.S. major Exxon Mobil continued ramping up production and completed an update at its facilities.
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