Technology/R&D
2024 Midstream Winners Honored at Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards Gala in Houston
The 2024 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards was held on Wednesday evening at the Post Oak Hotel in Houston, Texas (U.S.). The black-tie gala recognized the energy industry’s leading innovations and thought leaders.
NDT Global, Aramco Unveil 56-inch Ultrasonic Pipeline Inspection Tool
NDT Global has launched a new 56-inch ultrasonic inline inspection tool, developed in partnership with Aramco, to meet the specific inspection needs of large-diameter pipelines.
AUV Pipeline Inspection Pilot Ready for Sub-Marine Deployment
TotalEnergies and Oceaneering International, Inc., have completed a pipeline inspection industrial pilot, using the Freedom Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) and demonstrating its capabilities for sustainable commercial pipeline inspection missions.
How Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Pipeline Construction
Artificial Intelligence is all the rage. Nearly all of the discussion is how efficiently it can perform repetitive tasks, forecasting, etc. There are fears, as well, that AI will displace humans and their jobs.
Eni and Snam Launch Italy’s First Carbon Capture Project to Cut Emissions
Eni and Snam have launched Italy's first carbon capture, transport and storage project to help heavy polluting industries cut carbon dioxide emissions, they said on Tuesday.
Pulling Off the Near-Impossible: Stalled Pig Rescue Mission Returns Pipeline to Normal
T.D. Williamson’s innovative recovery tool and SmartPlug technology successfully resolved a stalled pig issue in an offshore pipeline, restoring normal operations and avoiding costly disruptions.
What's New August 2024
Stay updated with the newest advancements in pipeline technology and instrumentation. Get insights into the latest products designed to improve efficiency, safety, and operational excellence in pipeline management.
Top U.S. Oilfield Firm Halliburton Hit by Cyberattack, Source Says
The attack appeared to impact business operations at the company's north Houston campus, as well as some global connectivity networks, sources said.
NextDecade Withdraws FERC Application for Carbon Capture Project
NextDecade announced that its subsidiary, Rio Grande LNG LLC, has withdrawn its application with FERC for the proposed carbon capture and storage project at the Rio Grande LNG facility.
Petronas Teams Up with ADNOC, Storegga to Develop Carbon Capture in Malaysia
Malaysia' Petronas will collaborate with ADNOC and U.K.-based Storegga to evaluate carbon dioxide emissions storage in Malaysia, the companies said on Tuesday.
Pipeline Repair Technology Slashes CO2 Emissions by 95%
Innovative new technology used to isolate gas pipelines in need of repair or maintenance has shown to prevent gas leakages and cut carbon dioxide emissions by 95% compared with venting pipeline contents to atmosphere – the equivalent of switching off 1,760 gas boilers for a year or taking 1,000 cars off the road
Pigging Technology: Market Sees Burgeoning Areas for Opportunities
The pipeline-pigging service market is projected by Nestor to reach $12 billion by year-end 2036, thriving at a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period. The industry size of pipeline pigging garnered $9 billion in the year 2023.
Woodside Energy Acquires OCI’s Texas Ammonia Project for $2.35 Billion
OCI Global has agreed to sell its Clean Ammonia project in Beaumont, Texas, to Woodside Energy for $2.35 billion. The project integrates Linde’s low CI hydrogen production and carbon capture technology with OCI’s ammonia production, storage, and transportation infrastructure.
Enbridge Eyes Data Center Market, Increases Profit Forecast and Pipeline Capacity
Pipeline operator Enbridge raised its full-year profit forecast on Friday as it benefits from newly acquired assets and said it was well-positioned to capitalize on growing demand for natural gas to supply U.S. data centers.
AI Data Center Boom Drives Future Gas Demand for TC Energy
TC Energy revealed that 300 data centers under construction in the U.S. will require an additional 6-8 Bcf/d of natural gas, with over 60% of these centers located within 50 miles of their pipelines.
ExxonMobil and CF Industries Ink Carbon Capture Deal
Energy major ExxonMobil has entered into a carbon capture and storage (CCS) agreement with ammonia producer CF Industries.
Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub Wins DOE Phase 1 Award
The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association announced it has received Phase 1 award status from the U.S. Department of Energy, making it one of the first U.S. Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs to achieve this milestone.
Illinois Governor Signs Bill Implementing Two-Year Pause on CO2 Pipeline Construction
Governor JB Pritzker has signed the SAFE CCS Act, establishing new safety standards for carbon capture in Illinois and implementing a two-year pause on CO2 pipeline construction.
California Secures $12.6 Billion for Hydrogen Hub Development
ARCHES and the U.S. DOE signed a $12.6 billion agreement to develop clean hydrogen projects across California. Key projects include hydrogen-powered equipment at major ports and building over 60 hydrogen fueling stations.
Drilling Rig Arrives at Russia's Sakhalin, Supporting Potential Gas Pipeline to China
A semisubmersible drilling rig called Polar Lights is due to arrive at the Russian Pacific island of Sakhalin on Saturday to drill a well at a field hit by U.S. sanctions, the Russian agency for sea and river transport said.
Strathcona and CGF to Build $2 Billion Carbon Capture Infrastructure in Canada
Canadian oil producer Strathcona Resources said on Wednesday it has partnered with Canada Growth Fund (CGF) to build carbon capture and sequestration infrastructure in Saskatchewan and Alberta provinces.
Flowmeter Market Surge: Study Projects Growth to $9.6 Billion by 2027
The comprehensive “Volume X: The World Market for Flowmeters, 9th Edition” study from Flow Research reveals that the worldwide market for all types of flowmeter technologies totaled $7.6 billion in 2022 and $7.9 billion in 2023, with revenues forecast to reach $9.6 billion in 2027.
Bridging the Skills Gap: A Comprehensive Guide for Measurement Technicians
Explore essential skills and strategies for measurement technicians to bridge the industry skills gap, adapt to technological advancements, and excel in pipeline operations. This comprehensive guide covers training, communication, and practical tips for success.
What's New July 2024
FuelPro, Sensirion, Endress+Hauser, Denios, NDT Global, and more!
Strohm Unveils Carbon Fiber Pipes for CO2 Transfer in CCS Applications
(P&GJ) — Strohm, a leading thermoplastic composite pipe (TCP) company, has introduced a new product combining carbon fiber and advanced PVDF polymer.
Exxon, Air Liquide Partner to Boost Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production in Baytown, Texas
ExxonMobil and Air Liquide have announced an agreement to support the production of low-carbon hydrogen and low-carbon ammonia at Exxon’s Baytown, Texas facility.
What's New June 2024
Oxford Flow, Sensirion, NDT Global, Antaira, and more!
Piñon Midstream Secures EPA Approval for Carbon Capture at Dark Horse Facility
Piñon Midstream has received approval from the EPA for its monitoring, reporting, and verification plan for the permanent sequestration of carbon dioxide at its Dark Horse Treating Facility in Lea County, New Mexico.
Air Liquide and Dunkerque LNG's CO2 Project Gets EU Support
The D'Artagnan project will include an Air Liquide pipeline to transport CO2 from capture sites to a new terminal in the port of Dunkirk, where it will be liquefied and shipped to permanent storage sites in the North Sea.
Geospatial Analytics: Predictions, Trends, and A.I. Applications for Pipeline Management
Geospatial analytics is revolutionizing pipeline management for oil and gas companies, enabling efficient monitoring of vast infrastructure. Utilizing A.I.-powered technologies, this approach detects potential leaks, encroachments, and chemical traces, ensuring early detection and minimizing environmental impact.
- Texas Waha Hub Gas Prices Plunge to Record Lows, Hit Negative Territory
- U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down Controversial Biden Pipeline Safety Rules
- Williams Seeks Emergency Certificate to Operate $1 Billion Mid-Atlantic Gas Pipeline After Court Reversal
- Texas Oil Pipelines Near Max Capacity, Threatening Future Export Limits
- Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project
- Saudi Arabia Looking to Expand Pipeline to Reduce Oil Exports via Gulf
- Report: Houston Region Poised to Become a Global Clean Hydrogen Hub
- Texas Startup Endeavors Again to Build First Major U.S. Oil Refinery Since 1977
- Puerto Bahia, Gasco to Build Liquefied Petroleum Gas Facility in Cartagena, Colombia
- Ukraine Approves $20 Billion Plan to Boost Renewable Energy to 27% by 2030
