North America
Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel Permit Decision Expected This Fall
Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project is advancing toward a key milestone, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers targeting a fall decision on the project’s permit following a public comment period set for late May.
I Squared in Talks to Acquire Majority Stake in Permian-to-Houston Matterhorn Pipeline
I Squared Capital is reportedly in talks to acquire a majority stake in the Matterhorn Express pipeline, a key Permian-to-Houston natural gas route with 2.5 Bcf/d capacity. The $5 billion deal would mark a major ownership shift for the recently completed pipeline.
Arbitrage Reopens: U.S. LNG Diverted from Europe to Asia in Global Market Shift
Several U.S. LNG cargoes originally bound for Europe have been redirected to Asia as a reopened arbitrage window and falling European prices shift global trade flows. Analysts say the move highlights growing competition between Atlantic and Pacific markets heading into summer.
TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
TC Energy approved its $900 million Northwoods expansion project to add 0.4 Bcf/d of natural gas capacity in the U.S. Midwest by 2029. The project will meet growing demand from power generation and data centers and is backed by a 20-year contract.
INGAA President Urges Congress to Reform Permitting Rules for Natural Gas Pipelines
INGAA President Amy Andryszak urged Congress to reform permitting laws that are delaying natural gas pipeline projects, citing growing energy demand and challenges posed by duplicative reviews and litigation.
BKV, Comstock Partner to Develop Carbon Capture Projects at Texas Gas Plants
BKV Corp. and Comstock Resources will partner to develop carbon capture projects at Texas gas processing plants, aiming to permanently store CO2 and advance low-carbon natural gas production.
ONEOK Profit Slips on Higher Costs Despite Gains From Pipeline Acquisitions
ONEOK reported a slight dip in first-quarter profit due to higher costs, but core pipeline and NGL segments saw gains from recent acquisitions, including EnLink and Medallion.
TC Energy Signals Wave of New Gas Pipeline Projects on Rising Power Demand
TC Energy expects a major increase in gas infrastructure projects in late 2025 and 2026, driven by North America's coal-to-gas shift, rising power demand and LNG growth opportunities.
UK Supermajor BP to Supply Feed Gas to Woodside’s Louisiana LNG Project
In a strategic move to support its Louisiana LNG project, Woodside Energy signed a long-term gas supply agreement with BP for up to 640 billion cubic feet of natural gas, expanding its global LNG footprint and advancing U.S. midstream development.
Tankers Bottleneck at Aging Venezuela Oil Port Before U.S. Export Deadline
Oil tankers are queuing at Venezuela’s deteriorating La Salina port ahead of the U.S. license expiry on May 27, triggering delays as PDVSA pushes new crude exports.
LNG Surges, Oil Stalls: Trump's Energy Agenda Faces Headwinds from Trade Turmoil
Just 100 days into President Donald Trump's second term, oil prices have slumped over 20% to below many U.S. producers' breakeven costs as investors lose confidence amid tariff and policy uncertainty - undercutting Trump's push for U.S. energy dominance.
Indian Oil Inks $1.4 Billion LNG Supply Deal with Trafigura
Indian Oil Corp. has signed a five-year LNG import deal with Trafigura worth up to $1.4 billion, with supplies starting in the second half of 2025 and pricing linked to the U.S. Henry Hub.
Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
Three workers were killed and two others injured early Tuesday in an accident at Sempra's Port Arthur LNG construction site in Texas. Lead contractor Bechtel has suspended operations while the incident is investigated.
Golden Pass LNG Receives FERC Approval to Commission Key Systems
FERC has granted Golden Pass LNG approval to commission several key systems at its Texas export terminal, advancing the project toward startup.
Phillips 66 to Build 300 MMcf/d Gas Processing Plant in Permian
Phillips 66 plans a new 300 MMcf/d Iron Mesa gas plant in the Permian Basin as part of its midstream expansion, announced alongside a first-quarter loss.
Vaquero Midstream to Build 70-Mile Pipeline, Expand Gas Processing Near Waha Hub
Vaquero Midstream plans a 70-mile gas pipeline and a 200 MMcf/d cryogenic plant to expand operations in the Southern Delaware Basin near the Waha Hub.
Gulf of Mexico Looking ‘Economically Viable’ in Coming Years
Since the beginning of 2025, with the advent of a second Trump administration, think tanks and energy consultants alike have been busy contemplating what a return to a “drill, baby drill” philosophy will mean to the U.S. and global energy space.
Congress Renews Efforts to Improve Pipeline Safety Law
The Trump administration appears to be more interested in energizing the federal pipeline safety regulator than the Biden administration ever was.
Showing the Show-Me State
In this month's Editor's Notebook, Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed unpacks how federal regulators stepped in to take control of Missouri’s natural gas pipeline safety enforcement after years of inadequate penalties, and what it means for the Show-Me State’s residents, utilities and lawmakers.
Woodside Greenlights $17.5 Billion Louisiana LNG Project
Woodside Energy has approved a $17.5 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Louisiana, targeting first production in 2029, as the company expands its global LNG portfolio.
Oil Price Slump Sparks Fears Over Big Oil Dividends, Buybacks
When Exxon Mobil and Chevron report first-quarter results this week, investors will be focused on how falling oil prices have increased the risk to dividends and share repurchases for the rest of 2025.
North American Gas Boom Ahead as LNG, Power Demand Accelerate, Report Says
Wood Mackenzie’s 2050 Strategic Planning Outlook projects strong growth for North American natural gas markets, driven by LNG exports, power demand, and infrastructure expansion amid a shift to higher-cost supply.
Trump Policies Help Louisiana Challenge Texas as Gulf Coast LNG Leader
Louisiana is emerging as a major Gulf Coast LNG hub under Trump-era energy policies, fueled by rising exports, new pipelines, and major investments in natural gas infrastructure.
Alberta, Ottawa Pin Hopes on U.S. Ties to Revive Pipeline Projects
Canada ramps up efforts to expand its natural gas pipeline network amid rising domestic demand and growing export opportunities to the U.S., with major projects like Yellowhead Mainline and renewed interest in cross-border infrastructure.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Surge 5% Ahead of Contract Expiration
U.S. natural gas futures rose 5% to a one-week high on Monday ahead of the May contract expiration, supported by higher short-term demand forecasts despite mild weather and rising output.
Judge Faults Army Corps Over Pipeline Protests, Awards North Dakota $28 Million
A federal judge awarded North Dakota nearly $28 million from the U.S. government to cover costs tied to the Dakota Access pipeline protests, citing federal negligence during the 2016-2017 demonstrations.
Corrosion Control, Training Take Center Stage in AMPP Chair’s Vision
Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed speaks with AMPP Chair Juan Caballero about the organization’s global expansion, workforce challenges, and efforts to strengthen training and certification programs in corrosion prevention.
Duke Energy Orders Up to 11 Gas Turbines in GE Vernova Deal
Duke Energy will acquire up to 11 gas turbines from GE Vernova to meet rising power demand across its U.S. service areas. The deal supports Duke's grid modernization strategy and follows GE’s major U.S. manufacturing expansion.
EQT Plans to Spend Less While Producing More U.S. Natural Gas in 2025
EQT plans to cut 2025 capital spending while increasing natural gas production, citing efficiency gains and strong well performance. The company also announced a $1.8 billion deal to acquire Olympus Energy’s upstream and midstream assets.
U.S. to Host Alaska LNG Summit, Urges Asian Support for $44 Billion Project
The U.S. plans to host an Alaska LNG summit in early June, seeking support from Japan and South Korea for the $44 billion export project. The meeting aims to advance commitments amid rising Asian demand for natural gas.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- 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
- Court Ruling Allows MVP’s $500 Million Southgate Pipeline Extension to Proceed
- 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
- TC Energy’s North Baja Pipeline Expansion Brings Mexico Closer to LNG Exports
