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Canada Ships First LNG Cargo from Pacific Coast via LNG Canada
LNG Canada has shipped the country’s first-ever LNG export cargo from its Kitimat terminal to Asia, marking a historic milestone for Canada's natural gas industry and export diversification.
U.S. Oil Reserve Refill Behind Schedule, Completion Pushed to December
U.S. deliveries to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve are delayed until year-end due to maintenance, with just 8.8 million of the planned 15.8 million barrels delivered so far, the DOE said.
River Niger Crossing Completed on Nigeria’s 381-Mile AKK Pipeline Project
Nigerian NNPC has finished the River Niger crossing on its AKK gas pipeline and logged 100 percent crude-pipeline uptime in June, keeping the project on track for Q4 2025.
Chiyoda, McDermott Sign Deal to Finish Golden Pass LNG Trains 2 and 3
Chiyoda International and McDermott have reached a binding term sheet with Golden Pass LNG, setting commercial terms to complete the project’s second and third liquefaction trains in Texas.
Is Venezuela About to Lose Citgo, Its Most Valuable U.S. Asset?
With over $18 billion in creditor claims and U.S. sanctions complicating the sale, Citgo’s future—and Venezuela’s stake in it—remains uncertain ahead of a final court decision in August.
Trump Approves Operations for NGL Pipeline Crossing Canadian Border
President Trump has granted Steel Reef US Pipelines a renewed Presidential Permit to operate and maintain its 8.625-inch NGL pipeline at the U.S.–Canada border in Burke County, North Dakota, reaffirming federal approval for cross-border natural gas liquids exports.
Germany Lowers Gas Security Alert Level as Supply Bottlenecks Ease
Germany has downgraded its gas emergency level from “alert” to “early warning,” citing improved supply stability and reduced reliance on Russian imports.
Global Energy Roundup: Australia LNG Terminal, BP Trinidad Gas Start-Up, U.S. Expansion Moves
Australia approves a new LNG terminal, BP brings first gas online in Trinidad, and U.S. projects advance from Pennsylvania to Louisiana in this month’s global energy highlights.
Pakistan Eyes LNG Resale Amid Oversupply, $378 Million Output Hit
The oversupply, fueled by declining gas-fired power generation, has forced output cuts and raised questions about the country's long-term contracts with Qatar.
275-Mile Texas-to-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
Producers Midstream has launched a binding open season for firm transportation service on a 275-mile natural gas pipeline connecting Texas’ Permian Basin to Oklahoma’s Anadarko Basin.
Guyana Invites Firms to Bid on NGL Project Tied to Exxon Gas Pipeline
Guyana has launched a pre-qualification process for companies to build a natural gas liquids (NGL) storage and offloading facility. The project will be linked to Exxon's offshore gas pipeline.
U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Enbridge’s Appeal in Line 5 Pipeline Venue Dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court will review Enbridge’s attempt to move Michigan’s Line 5 pipeline case from state to federal court. The outcome could set a precedent for venue disputes in future pipeline litigation.
Central Europe Cuts Final Link to Russian Oil via Pipeline Reroute
Polish energy firm Orlen has officially ended all Russian oil imports, redirecting supply for its Czech refinery through the TAL and IKL pipelines. The move marks Central Europe’s final break from Druzhba pipeline reliance, following recent infrastructure upgrades.
Williams, EQT, Others Push New Northeast Gas Pipelines Under Trump
U.S. energy companies are reviving plans for major natural gas pipelines in the Northeast, driven by President Trump’s pro-energy stance and surging gas demand. Projects from Williams, EQT, and others aim to unlock Appalachian supply long constrained by regulatory hurdles.
TCO Sends First Oil to Germany via Druzhba Pipeline as Tengiz Output Grows
Kazakhstan's Tengizchevroil consortium has exported its first oil shipment to Germany through the Druzhba pipeline, supplying 100,000 metric tons last month, sources told Reuters. The move marks a diversification in Kazakhstan’s export routes as Tengiz production climbs.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Rise 3% as LNG Feedgas Edges Higher
U.S. natural gas futures rose 3% as LNG feedgas volumes began increasing after spring maintenance, signaling a demand uptick. Analysts say the market may have already peaked for summer pricing, despite continued heat.
TC Energy Begins Toll Collection for 444-Mile Southeast Gateway Pipeline
TC Energy has begun collecting tolls for the 444-mile Southeast Gateway pipeline, which was completed 13% under budget. The line will support Mexico’s growing demand for natural gas as the country adds 8.5 GW of new generation capacity.
Abbott Unveils $105 Million Loan for New 122-MW Gas Plant in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the state's first Texas Energy Fund loan will support a 122-MW natural gas plant, with up to $105 million in financing at 3% interest. The Kerrville Public Utility Board is expected to bring the project online by 2027.
Canada Approves Pipeline-Focused Fast-Track Law, Draws Indigenous Criticism
Canada has passed a new law to fast-track approval of major infrastructure projects, including oil and gas pipelines, sparking backlash from Indigenous and environmental groups who warn of legal challenges and protests.
Santos Moves Closer to $18.7 Billion Sale with Exclusive ADNOC Talks
Australia’s Santos has granted an ADNOC-led consortium six weeks of exclusive due diligence following a proposed $18.7 billion takeover. The offer includes participation from Carlyle and ADQ and would require 75% investor approval to proceed.
Sanctioned LNG Carrier Iris Arrives at Russia’s Arctic Project
A U.S.-sanctioned liquefied natural gas vessel, Iris, docked at Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 terminal on June 26, ship tracking data shows. If loaded, it would mark the ninth cargo from the project, which remains under Western sanctions.
Intensity, Rainbow Energy to Build 344-Mile Gas Pipeline Across North Dakota
Intensity Infrastructure and Rainbow Energy plan a 344-mile natural gas pipeline from the Bakken to eastern North Dakota, aiming to reduce flaring and boost in-state energy use and revenues.
Duke Energy Plans New 1,400-MW Gas Plant in South Carolina
Duke Energy plans a 1,400-MW natural gas power plant in Anderson County, S.C., to meet growing energy demand and support state energy policy, marking its first new build in the state in 10 years.
Southern Company Gas Adds RNG Supply for Virginia, Tennessee Utilities
Southern Company Gas is expanding its renewable natural gas portfolio with new supply deals in Virginia and Tennessee, aiming to cut emissions and support its net-zero operations goal by 2050.
Coastal Bend LNG Plans 22.5 MTPA Export Terminal on Texas Coast
Coastal Bend LNG is developing a 22.5 MTPA export terminal on the Texas Gulf Coast, with plans to integrate carbon capture and storage to reduce emissions. The company expects to begin the FERC permitting process in 2025.
Kazakhstan Trims June Crude Exports to Germany; Full-Year Target Unchanged
Kazakhstan's oil exports to Germany are set to fall to 160,000 metric tons in June, down from 230,000 tons in May, according to KazMunayGaz. Despite the dip, the country expects to meet its annual export target of 2 million tons via Russia’s Druzhba pipeline.
Opinion: Ceasefire Drops Oil Prices — But Who’s Really Influencing Iran?
Brent crude reversed course after President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, dropping over 7%. While headlines credited the U.S. bombing campaign, the real influence may lie in the silence of Iran’s key allies like China and Russia.
Black Lion Makes $8 Billion Cash Offer for Citgo’s U.S. Parent Company
Black Lion Citgo Group has submitted an $8 billion all-cash bid for PDV Holding, the parent of U.S. refiner Citgo Petroleum, in a Delaware court-organized auction to settle Venezuela’s outstanding debts.
Crude Processing Resumes at Venezuela’s Cardon Refinery Post-Blackout
Venezuela's PDVSA has begun restarting units at its 310,000-bpd Cardon refinery following a recent power blackout, sources told Reuters. Two distillation units are back online, processing around 100,000 bpd of crude—about one-third of the facility’s capacity.
Trump Says China Can Buy Iran Oil, But Urges U.S. Crude Instead
President Donald Trump said China can continue buying oil from Iran following the recent Israel-Iran ceasefire but urged Beijing to purchase more U.S. crude instead. The White House clarified that U.S. sanctions remain in place, though analysts say enforcement appears lax.
- 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
- U.S. Moves to Block Enterprise Products’ Exports to China Over Security Risk
- Strike Pioneers First-of-Its-Kind Pipe-in-Pipe Installation on Gulf Coast with Enbridge
- 208-Mile Mississippi-to-Alabama Gas Pipeline Moves Into FERC Review
- 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
- LNG Canada Start-Up Fails to Lift Gas Prices Amid Supply Glut
- Strike Pioneers First-of-Its-Kind Pipe-in-Pipe Installation on Gulf Coast with Enbridge
