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The effort includes new routes under study, potential use of the Bolivia-Brazil pipeline, and a $5.1 billion investment plan for eight new projects led by the Energy Research Office.

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Williams CEO Alan Armstrong warns that permitting costs for pipeline projects have doubled pipeline construction expenses, calling for "common sense" energy reform to address regulatory hurdles delaying critical infrastructure.

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Bakken pipeline expansion is underway, with projects addressing capacity constraints—especially for natural gas. Kinder Morgan’s $640 million acquisition in the Williston Basin adds to the momentum.

ONEOK Inc., completed the MB-6, a 125,000-bpd NGL fractionator in Mont Belvieu, Texas, and the full looping of the West Texas NGL Pipeline system.

Europe is taking major steps to expand its gas pipeline networks to support gas flows from new LNG terminals. Germany, for instance, is planning to add 355 miles of pipeline over the next few years to accommodate new LNG imports, almost all of which will be high-capacity pipe, with diameters of 39 inches or greater.

While the global thirst for LNG continues to drive pipeline construction globally, the real questions for the new year concern a second Donald Trump presidency in the United States. Early analysis from those in the industry suggest the change of administration will be good for midstream.

(P&GJ) – In this final issue of P&GJ for 2024, the staff – with more than a little help from our readers – takes a look back at the sometimes-frenzied year for pipeline construction that was 2024.

(P&GJ) — U.S. imports of crude oil from Canada reached a record of 4.3 MMbpd in July 2024 following the expansion of Canada’s Trans Mountain pipeline, according to recently updated supply data.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.