Permian
Trump Plans Aggressive LNG Export Expansion, Offshore Drilling Push
Donald Trump is preparing an extensive energy plan prioritizing LNG export permits and accelerating offshore drilling. The initiative aims to lift Biden's LNG permit freeze and expand U.S. natural gas dominance.
U.S. Awards $2.2 Billion for Gulf Coast, Midwest Hydrogen Hubs to Advance Clean Energy
The U.S. Department of Energy is awarding up to $2.2 billion to hydrogen hubs on the Gulf Coast and in the Midwest to accelerate clean-energy development, aiming to boost industrial applications and address climate goals.
LNG Feedgas to Louisiana’s Plaquemines Plant Drives U.S. Total to 10-Month High
Feedgas to U.S. LNG export plants is poised to hit a 10-month high, driven by record flows to Louisiana's Plaquemines LNG plant as testing continues ahead of its anticipated launch. The U.S. remains the world’s leading LNG supplier, with exports fueling demand growth globally.
ONEOK Agrees to Sell Interstate Gas Pipelines to DT Midstream for $1.2 Billion
(P&GJ) — ONEOK has agreed to sell its three wholly owned interstate natural gas pipeline systems—Guardian Pipeline, Midwestern Gas Transmission, and Viking Gas Transmission—to DT Midstream for $1.2 billion in cash.
Carbon Mapper's Tanager-1 Flags, Mitigates Methane Leak in Permian Gathering Pipeline
A methane leak from a gathering pipeline in the Texas Permian Basin was swiftly mitigated after detection by the Tanager-1 satellite. Carbon Mapper's data, shared with agencies and operators, led to voluntary repairs, showcasing the critical role of remote sensing in midstream emissions management.
Venture Global LNG’s Louisiana Plant Runs $2.35 Billion Over Budget, Documents Disclose
Venture Global LNG's second liquefied natural gas export facility in Louisiana is $2.35 billion over budget, according to IPO documents. The company attributes the cost increase to inflation and construction challenges but remains confident in covering future overages.
Coterra Expands in Permian with $4 Billion New Mexico Acquisitions, Adds 125 Miles of Pipeline
Coterra Energy Inc. has announced agreements to acquire assets from Franklin Mountain Energy and Avant Natural Resources for a combined $3.95 billion.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Hit 25-Year Low at Henry Hub, Drop into Negative at Waha
U.S. natural gas prices plunged to a 25-year low at Henry Hub and into negative territory at Waha, driven by mild weather, low demand, and pipeline constraints.
Freeport LNG Sets New Gas-Processing Record After Plant Overhaul
Freeport LNG drew record natural gas volumes on several days this week, according to financial firm LSEG, following completion of an overhaul that increased processing capacity.
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.
TC Energy's Profit Surpasses Estimates, Driven by U.S. Gas Pipeline Demand
TC Energy exceeded third-quarter profit forecasts, with significant growth from its U.S. natural gas pipeline segment amid rising North American energy demand. The company continues to benefit from high natural gas consumption and record U.S. imports of Canadian oil.
Williams Companies Exceeds Q3 Profit Estimates on Higher Revenue, Boost from Transco Pipeline
Williams Companies surpassed third-quarter profit forecasts with strong service revenue and increased natural gas flows, especially from its Transco pipeline. The company raised its annual profit outlook, citing demand from data center growth and industrial re-shoring projects.
Energy Transfer Receives 16 Bcf/d Natural Gas Requests Amid Growing Data Center, Power Needs
Energy Transfer reported a substantial increase in requests to connect over 90 power plants and data centers, with potential demand totaling up to 16 Bcf/d of natural gas. The surge is fueled by growth in data centers supporting AI, and pipeline proximity could allow Energy Transfer to capture a significant portion of this new demand.
Federal Regulators Approve Venture Global to Introduce Natural Gas at Louisiana LNG Plant
Federal regulators have granted Venture Global permission to introduce natural gas into its Plaquemines LNG plant in Louisiana, bringing the facility closer to producing liquefied natural gas (LNG) and strengthening U.S. LNG export capacity.
Trump’s Return May Shift U.S. Energy Focus, but Clean-Energy Boom Remains Strong
Donald Trump's return to the White House would likely redirect U.S. energy policy towards oil and gas, but experts believe the nation's clean-energy boom will maintain momentum due to existing subsidies and market dynamics.
Texas Reelects Craddick to Lead Oil Regulatory Body, Signaling Continued Industry Growth
Texas voters have re-elected Christi Craddick as chair of the Texas Railroad Commission, reinforcing her conservative stance on energy regulation and signaling further growth for the state’s oil industry, including the Permian Basin.
Texas GulfLink Project Gets EPA Backing for Crude Export Hub off Texas Coast
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given its nod to the Texas GulfLink (TGL) Deepwater Port Project, a venture proposed by Texas GulfLink Holdings, a subsidiary of Sentinel Midstream LLC, intended to facilitate crude oil exports from the U.S. coast.
Freeport LNG Reports Temporary Shutdown at Texas Facility Due to Power Fluctuation
Freeport LNG reported on Monday that three LNG processing trains at its Quintana, Texas, facility were back online after temporary outages that began on Friday because of a power feed interruption.
Glenfarne Chooses Kiewit for Texas LNG Export Terminal Construction
Glenfarne Group has selected Kiewit as the construction contractor for its Texas LNG export terminal in Brownsville. The facility aims to process 0.5 Bcf/d of natural gas, targeting commercial operations by 2028, with a possible extension to 2029.
U.S. Crude Oil Pipeline Squeeze Boosts Prices at Gulf Coast Export Hub
U.S. crude oil prices at the Gulf Coast export hub have surged due to limited pipeline capacity from the Permian basin. A growing demand for light sweet crude, alongside record production, has widened the price gap between West Texas and Houston.
Enbridge Q3 Profit Surges on U.S. Gas Acquisitions, Raises Growth Forecast
New investments included the $1.1 billion Sequoia Solar project in Texas and the $700 million offshore Canyon System Pipelines project on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
ONEOK Completes $2.6 Billion Medallion Acquisition, Largest Private Crude System in Permian
ONEOK, Inc. announced the completion of its $2.6 billion acquisition of Medallion Midstream, the largest privately held crude oil gathering and transportation system in the Permian Basin's Midland region, from Global Infrastructure Partners.
ConocoPhillips Eyes Sale of $1 Billion Permian Assets Amid Marathon Acquisition
ConocoPhillips is exploring the sale of over $1 billion in Permian shale assets, part of its strategy to streamline operations ahead of its Marathon Oil acquisition. The Houston-based oil and gas producer aims to raise $2 billion through asset sales.
ONEOK’s Q3 Profit Surges 53% on Rocky Mountain NGL Demand; Annual Forecast Narrowed
ONEOK’s third-quarter profit rose 53%, driven by strong natural gas and NGL demand in the Rocky Mountain region. The pipeline operator narrowed its annual forecast, reflecting growth in its NGL and refined products segments and continued asset expansion.
U.S. LNG Export Growth Faces Uncertainty as Trump’s Tariff Proposal Looms, Analysts Say
U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports could face setbacks if Donald Trump wins the election and imposes a proposed 60% tariff on Chinese imports, analysts say. The move may lead to trade tensions and reduce demand for U.S. LNG from China, affecting export growth.
EQT Sells Remaining Pennsylvania Natural Gas Assets to Equinor for $1.25 Billion
EQT Corp. has agreed to sell its remaining Pennsylvania natural gas assets to Equinor for $1.25 billion, with proceeds aimed at reducing debt following its recent pipeline acquisition. The transaction also expands Equinor’s U.S. production footprint in the Marcellus shale.
New Oil Pipelines from Permian Unlikely as Top Operators Prioritize Expansions
Top executives of two U.S. energy pipeline operators on Thursday ruled out building new crude oil lines to move volumes out of the Permian shale field in West Texas because of tepid volume growth and difficulties constructing new lines.
Enterprise Products Not Considering New Permian Oil Pipeline, Says Co-CEO
U.S. energy pipeline operator Enterprise Products is not considering adding a new crude oil line out of the Permian shale field in West Texas, co-CEO Jim Teague said on Thursday.
U.S. Allocates $196 Million for Natural Gas Pipeline Modernization
The funding, part of President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will support 60 projects aimed at enhancing safety, reducing environmental harm, and lowering energy costs by replacing leak-prone pipelines.
Lighter U.S. Permian Crude Risks Losing Favor with Refiners Due to Processing Challenges
As Permian Basin crude becomes lighter, refiners face challenges in processing super-light oil, potentially leading to lower demand for WTI Midland and affecting Brent prices. Refiners may need to blend with heavier crude, raising concerns about future refinery configurations.
- 1,000-Mile Pipeline Exit Plan by Hope Gas Alarms West Virginia Producers
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Boardwalk’s Texas Gas Launches Open Season for 2 Bcf/d Marcellus-to-Louisiana Pipeline Expansion
- New Alternatives for Noise Reduction in Gas Pipelines
- Construction Begins on Ghana's $12 Billion Petroleum Hub, But Not Without Doubts
- DOE Considers Cutting Over $1.2 Billion in Carbon Capture Project Funding
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Newsom Seeks to Aid Struggling Refiners Following Valero’s California Exit
