Projects

Cheniere Energy Moves Closer to Starting New Texas LNG Export Operation

Cheniere Energy moves closer to starting production at its Corpus Christi Stage 3 LNG export facility in Texas, receiving federal approval for key operations. The expansion will add around 10 million metric tons per year to U.S. LNG export capacity.

India Sets $67 Billion Goal to Expand Gas Pipeline Network by 9,630 Miles

India is poised to nearly double its gas pipeline network by investing $67 billion over the next five years. Key projects include the Jagdishpur-Haldia Phase II pipeline and infrastructure developments in the northeastern states.

Projects October 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.

Federal Court Slaps FERC’s Hands on Project Approvals

According to the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), 2023 saw the smallest increase in added interstate pipeline capacity on record in the United States.

U.S. Appeals Court Blocks Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Pipeline Permits

A U.S. appeals court on Friday put on hold approvals and permits necessary to allow a Kinder Morgan subsidiary to construct a 32-mile gas pipeline in Tennessee, at the urging of environmental groups.

PetroChina Exits Role as Committed Shipper on Trans Mountain Pipeline

PetroChina Canada will no longer be a committed shipper on the Trans Mountain oil pipeline after assigning its contracts to another party, the company said in a letter filed with the Canada Energy Regulator, dated Oct. 10.

East Timor Discusses Gas Pipeline Development with Sinopec, Other Chinese Firms Over Stalled Multi-Billion Gas Project

Now the main hurdle is disagreement over whether to pipe the gas to a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant in East Timor or to an existing LNG hub in Darwin.

Woodside Completes $1.2 Billion Acquisition of Tellurian, Renaming Driftwood LNG to Woodside Louisiana LNG

Woodside Energy said on Wednesday it has completed the acquisition of U.S. liquefied natural gas developer Tellurian, including its U.S. Gulf Coast LNG export project, for $1.2 billion including debt.

Arbitration Favors BP as Sole Buyer in Kosmos Energy's Senegal LNG Project

Kosmos Energy said on Tuesday a Paris-based arbitrator has ruled in favor of BP, prohibiting Kosmos from selling to third parties liquefied natural gas from the Greater Tortue project offshore Senegal and Mauritania.

Equinor Reaffirms Commitment to $42 Billion Tanzania LNG Project

Norway's Equinor remains committed to a $42 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Tanzania that has stalled after proposed government changes to a financial agreement reached last year, a senior company executive said on Tuesday.

McDermott Wins EPCI for 155 Miles of Offshore, Onshore Pipelines in Qatar's North Field

The contract covers the EPCI of nearly 250 km (155 miles) of offshore and onshore gas pipelines, connecting five new offshore wellhead platforms to two new onshore LNG trains.

Sable Aims to Restart California Offshore Oil Pipeline by Year-End After Decade-Long Shutdown

Sable Offshore said on Monday it was expecting to restart the Santa Ynez oil and gas pipeline off the Californian coast by the end of the year after it was shut for nearly a decade following a major oil leak.

FERC Sides with Williams in Texas-Louisiana Pipeline Dispute with Energy Transfer

(P&GJ) — FERC has sided with Williams in a dispute with Energy Transfer, ruling that the Louisiana Energy Gateway project is a gathering network, not subject to federal jurisdiction. This clears the way for Williams to proceed with the project without regulatory oversight under the Natural Gas Act.

Tellurian Shareholders Approve $1.2 Billion Acquisition by Woodside

Tellurian shareholders have approved the proposed $1.2 billion acquisition by Woodside Energy, which includes the U.S. Gulf Coast Driftwood LNG export project. The deal aims to address Tellurian's financial challenges following setbacks and cancelled supply agreements.

Enbridge Green Lights $700 Million Pipeline Network Plans for Gulf of Mexico

Enbridge will construct and operate crude oil and natural gas pipelines for BP's Kaskida oil hub in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, set to start production in 2029. Shell has also announced its final investment decision for the Rome Pipeline, which will transport oil from the project.

New Energy Tanker Berths at Russia's Arctic LNG 2 Despite U.S. Sanctions

The U.S.-sanctioned LNG tanker New Energy has berthed at Russia's Arctic LNG 2 plant, according to ship-tracking data. Despite Western sanctions over Russia's actions in Ukraine, the Palau-flagged tanker continues operations, including a recent ship-to-ship transfer from the plant.

Venture Global Receives Approval to Advance Louisiana Calcasieu LNG Plant Toward Commercialization

Venture Global LNG has received approval from the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reintroduce hazardous fluids to part of its Calcasieu LNG export plant in Louisiana. This critical step brings the plant closer to commercial operations after facing legal and regulatory challenges.

Shell Expands Gas Distribution Network in Nigeria

Shell plc’s Nigerian business, Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG), has struck a deal with a regional government in the country to develop a new gas distribution network to boost consumption by commercial and industrial entities for increased business performance.

Global News October 2024

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.

Editor’s Notebook: TMX Expansion Faces Quality Concerns from West Coast Refiners

For a couple of months now, U.S. West Coast oil refiners have been voicing concerns about some of the attributes of crude oil being shipped along the recently completed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion (TMX) from Canada.

Ground Work on Extension of Mayakan Pipeline Begins

The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and Engie Mexico began construction work after signing a new agreement at the end of March for the expansion of the Mayakan Gas Pipeline.

P&GJ’s Europe 500 Report of Top Pipelines

The following is a list of some of the longest transportation routes on the continent of Europe as of July 2024. This third such report will be broken down into two sections: gas and liquids (oil and products), which will be updated in each of our September issues going forward.

FERC Sides with Venture Global LNG on Equipment Issues as Contract Disputes Escalate

U.S. regulators have backed Venture Global LNG's efforts to address equipment issues at its Calcasieu Pass, Louisiana plant, which have prevented the company from fulfilling long-term LNG contracts for two years.

Mitsubishi Expands Stake in Major Malaysia LNG Project

Japanese trading house Mitsubishi said on Friday it would expand its ownership in a major liquefied natural gas project in Malaysia, acquiring 10% stakes in the Dua and Tiga units of the Malaysia LNG plant.

India Refuses LNG Purchases from Sanctioned Russia's Arctic LNG 2 Project

India will not buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) produced from Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project, which is sanctioned by Western countries, Oil Secretary Pankaj Jain said on Friday.

Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project

KBR has announced that KTJV, a KBR and Technip Energies joint venture, has been selected by Lake Charles LNG Export Company, a subsidiary of Energy Transfer LP, for its Lake Charles LNG transformation project.

Kimmeridge to Reduce Stake in Louisiana LNG Project to 51% After FID, CEO Says

Energy investment firm Kimmeridge Energy Management plans to reduce its stake in a Louisiana liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project to 51% down from 100% after it reaches FID next year.

Carlyle-backed Crescent Midstream to Develop $1 Billion Carbon Capture Project in Louisiana

Oil pipeline firm Crescent Midstream, which is backed by investment firm Carlyle Group, said it would jointly develop and construct a carbon capture and storage project in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Chevron Won't Invest in U.S. LNG Plant Construction, Citing Better Use of Capital

Chevron does not want to invest in the construction of U.S. LNG plants, as it is not the best use of the company's capital and it can easily sell its U.S. gas, said a top official on Thursday.

Kiewit, Venture Global LNG Settle Dispute Over Alleged Disclosure of Confidential Info to Shell

Construction contractor Kiewit on Thursday said it has settled a lawsuit with LNG developer Venture Global LNG over disclosures to Shell of information on the Calcasieu Pass LNG plant, the president of Kiewit Energy said.