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Venture Global Challenges FERC's Call for Additional LNG Environmental Review

Venture Global LNG on Wednesday slammed a U.S. call for an additional environmental review of a proposed Louisiana LNG project as unnecessary, adding that it will be ready to begin construction once the project gets a final go-ahead.

ONEOK Completes NGL Fractionation and Pipeline Expansion Projects

ONEOK Inc. announced the completion of two key natural gas liquids (NGL) infrastructure projects: the MB-6 fractionator in Mont Belvieu, Texas, and the looping of the West Texas NGL Pipeline system.

Woodside Partners with Bechtel for Louisiana LNG Project Development

Australia's Woodside Energy Group said on Thursday it has signed an engineering, procurement and construction contract with U.S. engineering firm Bechtel to develop the Louisiana LNG project.

Aramco, SLB, and Linde to Develop Major Carbon Capture Project in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Aramco, SLB, and Linde plan to build a carbon capture and storage project in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. Set for completion by 2027, it aims to store up to 9 million metric tons of CO₂ annually, supporting Aramco's net-zero goals.

Rising LNG Terminal Costs to Weaken Competitiveness of New U.S. Projects, Analyst Says

Rising construction costs for U.S. LNG export plants, such as Venture Global's Plaquemines and Golden Pass LNG, are expected to reduce the competitiveness of new U.S. projects, analysts at Poten & Partners predict. Increased natural gas demand and a potential rise in prices could further challenge U.S. gas exports.

China Completes Full Pipeline for Power-of-Siberia Gas

China has built and connected the 5,111-km (3,175-mile) Power-of-Siberia pipeline to deliver gas from Russia's Siberian fields to users as far as the financial hub of Shanghai, Chinese state media reported on Monday.

Key Vaca Muerta Gas Pipeline Project Approved by Argentina Government

Argentina's government has approved a key $500 million private sector gas pipeline expansion project, the energy secretariat said on Monday, a key signal of state support to boost transport capacity as it ramps up domestic energy production.

Guyana’s $2 Billion Gas-to-Energy Project Secures Initial U.S. Loan Support

Guyana’s $2 billion gas-to-energy project has secured preliminary approval for a $500 million U.S. ExIm Bank loan guarantee. The project, including a 300-MW power plant and gas processing facility, aims to cut power costs by 50%.

Woodside Targets Partnership Deals for Louisiana LNG Project by Early 2025

Woodside Energy expects to bring several partners into its Louisiana liquefied natural gas development by the time the company gives the financial go-ahead to the U.S. project in the first quarter of 2025, its CEO told Reuters.

Trump Aims to Revive 1,200-Mile Keystone XL Pipeline Despite Major Challenges

Originally proposed by Canadian firm TC Energy in 2010, the project faced repeated policy shifts: rejected under President Obama in 2015, approved by Trump in 2017, and canceled again by President Biden in 2021.

Wood to Design DeLa Express Pipeline Linking Texas to Louisiana

Wood has been awarded the front-end engineering design (FEED) for a long-haul, large-diameter, liquids-rich natural gas pipeline project in the United States.

Spotlight on Mexico: Nation’s Biggest Pipeline Projects Still Face Challenges

Mexico is seeing some pipeline projects move forward, as others stall. But, with a newly elected president taking office, all of them will continue to be subjects of debate, scrutiny and potentially legal challenges.

Projects November 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.

Judge Dismisses $1.3 Billion Lawsuit Against Texas LNG Builders Over 2022 Explosion

A U.S. bankruptcy judge has dismissed two lawsuits seeking damages totaling $1.3 billion against Zachry Industrial Inc. and its joint venture partners stemming from an explosion that damaged Freeport LNG’s Freeport, Texas facility in June 2022.

Cheniere Energy Gains FERC Approval to Introduce Gas at Corpus Christi Stage 3 Expansion

Federal regulators on Wednesday gave Cheniere Energy permission to introduce natural gas into its Corpus Christi expansion project, a document showed.

TC Energy, Hanwha Power Systems Partner on sCO2 Power Generation Project

TC Energy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hanwha Power Systems to develop a supercritical carbon dioxide (sCO2) waste heat recovery (WHR) project at one of TC Energy’s natural gas compressor stations in West Virginia.

FERC Approves Texas-Louisiana Expansion Project by Kinder Morgan Subsidiary

(P&GJ) — The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved the Texas-Louisiana expansion project, filed by Natural Gas Pipeline Co. of America, a Kinder Morgan subsidiary, according to a FERC filing on Nov. 21.

Vivakor Completes Omega Pipeline Expansion in Oklahoma

Vivakor Inc. has finished expanding its Omega Pipeline System in Blaine County, Oklahoma. The project, which added two new gathering lines, was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.

CO2, Carbon Capture and What’s Next for Pipeline Construction

In the last two years, while the Biden administration has been embracing direct-air capture (DAC) hubs, Houston-based Occidental Petroleum Corp. (Oxy) and its one-time spinoff California Resources Corp. (CRC) have been leading increased industry interest in the transportation and storage of carbon in the transition to a zero-emissions energy world.

EQT, Blackstone Forge $3.5 Billion Deal for Mountain Valley Pipeline Stake

(P&GJ) — EQT Corporation announced a $3.5 billion joint venture (JV) with Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) focused on midstream assets, including stakes in the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) and the Hammerhead Pipeline.

Guyana’s Fulcrum LNG Pick Faces $30 Billion Financing Hurdles; Exxon’s Role in Question

Guyana’s choice of Fulcrum LNG, a U.S. startup, to develop its vast gas reserves faces uncertainty due to financing challenges. The $30 billion project may hinge on Exxon Mobil, which controls the nation's oil production.

BP, Partners to Invest $7 Billion in Indonesia's Papua Carbon Capture Project

BP and partners will invest $7 billion in a carbon capture and gas project in Indonesia’s Papua region, potentially unlocking 3 trillion cubic feet of gas. The CO2 sequestration initiative aims to reduce emissions at BP’s Tangguh LNG facility.

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.

Kazakhstan’s 188-Mile Gas Pipeline to Expand Regional Gasification to 90% Once Completed

(P&GJ) — Kazakhstan’s Taldykorgan-Usharal gas pipeline, launched under the directive of the Head of State, aims to secure a consistent gas supply in a region where gasification currently stands below 50%.

TC Energy Raises 2025 Profit Outlook Amid Natural Gas Demand, Updates on Mexican Operations

TC Energy forecasts a higher 2025 profit, driven by natural gas demand and growth projects, while providing updates on its Southeast Gateway pipeline and Mexican operations.

Anaergia Secures 10-Year Contract to Operate California’s Largest Organic Waste-to-RNG Facility

The Rialto facility, located in Southern California, is the largest organic waste-to-renewable natural gas (RNG) plant in North America.

SoCalGas, NREL, and GKN Hydrogen Launch Hydrogen Storage Pilot Project

SoCalGas, GKN Hydrogen, and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory have kicked off a pilot project to test an innovative hydrogen storage system at NREL's Flatirons Campus in Arvada, Colorado.

Enbridge Line 5 Project Advances with DNR Permits in Wisconsin

Enbridge's Line 5 relocation project in Wisconsin moves forward with key permits from the DNR, including approvals for wetland and waterway impacts. The 41-mile pipeline reroute aims to address environmental concerns while meeting state and federal standards.

Sinopec, Aramco Begin Construction on $10 Billion Refinery-Petrochemical Plant in China

Sinopec and Saudi Aramco have begun constructing a $10 billion refinery and petrochemical complex in Fujian, China. The project, set to become operational by 2030, highlights growing cooperation between the two energy giants and will significantly boost petrochemical production in the region.

North Dakota Approves Summit Carbon Pipeline Permit

North Dakota regulators have approved Summit Carbon Solutions' permit for a carbon dioxide pipeline, advancing plans to transport CO₂ from Midwest ethanol plants to an underground storage site in the state.