Natural Gas
Mubadala Energy Invests in U.S. Gas, LNG Projects via Kimmeridge Deal
Mubadala Energy, an arm of one of Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth funds, has signed a deal with energy investor Kimmeridge that will give it stakes in gas assets in the United States, marking its entry into the market as part of its growth plans.
Musk’s xAI Doubled Gas Turbines at Tennessee Data Center Without Permits, Groups Say
Elon Musk’s xAI allegedly installed more gas turbines at its Tennessee data center without proper permits, potentially violating the Clean Air Act, according to local environmental groups. The expanded operations may make xAI a top pollution source in Memphis.
Azerbaijan Threatens to Shift Gas Exports Without EU Policy Changes
The European Union must reassess its financing and policies on long-term contracts if it wants to keep importing natural gas from Azerbaijan, President Ilham Aliyev said on Wednesday, adding Baku may seek other export markets instead.
Mexico Weighs Increasing Fracking to Cut U.S. Pipeline Gas Dependence
Mexico is exploring a potential expansion of fracking to reduce its reliance on U.S. natural gas imports, which currently meet 72% of its demand. Most of the imported gas is delivered via pipeline from the Permian and Eagle Ford Basins.
FERC Approves 122-Mile Ridgeline Gas Pipeline Expansion in Tennessee
FERC has approved Enbridge subsidiary East Tennessee Natural Gas's $1.1 billion, 122-mile Ridgeline Expansion Project to supply TVA's new power plant in Tennessee with up to 300,000 Dth/day of natural gas.
India, UAE to Build Sri Lanka Energy Hub with Pipeline, Storage Infrastructure
The energy hub in the strategically important city of Trincomalee, a natural harbor in the Sri Lanka's east, will involve construction of a multi-product pipeline and may include using a World War Two tank farm partly held by the Sri Lankan subsidiary of Indian Oil Corp.
Traverse Pipeline Approved to Move 1.75 Bcf/d of Gas Along 160-Mile South Texas–Katy Route
WhiteWater and partners MPLX LP, Enbridge Inc., and Targa Resources Corp. have reached a final investment decision (FID) to build the bi-directional Traverse Pipeline.
Panama Canal to Open Bidding for New LPG Pipeline Project
The Panama Canal Authority has approved the launch of a bidding process for a new LPG pipeline project, aiming to streamline cross-canal transshipment and reduce vessel traffic. The project targets improved cargo flow and supports sustainable development.
Processing Raw Biogas into Renewable Natural Gas Suitable for Pipeline Blending
Biogas fresh from a digester is valuable but also contains multiple contaminants. It can be cleaned up to pipeline quality, but this requires an analyzer up to the challenge.
Permian Oil Growth Slows as U.S. Shale Hits Geological Limits
U.S. shale producers face rising costs and geological constraints in the Permian Basin, where aging wells yield more water and gas, signaling a potential peak in oil output.
Tariff Fight Could Rattle U.S. LNG Exports, Push Gas Prices Higher
U.S. natural gas prices are already up by around 80% from a year ago, but are due for a fresh jolt from the knock-on effects of the latest round of trade tariffs imposed by the U.S. government on goods entering the country.
STATS Expands in Malaysia with Pipeline Isolation Contract
STATS Group and EPOMS have secured a three-year contract to provide pipeline isolation services across Malaysia. The deal includes onshore and offshore assets, expansion of STATS’ KL operations, and increased investment in tooling and local workforce.
Poland to Expand Gas Pipeline Capacity to Ukraine by 2026
Poland’s Gaz-System will upgrade the Hermanowice metering station on its pipeline to Ukraine by 2026, aiming to boost gas transit capacity as Ukraine ramps up LNG imports from Europe following Russian attacks on its storage sites.
ConocoPhillips Eyes Sale of Oklahoma Assets Worth Over $1 Billion, Sources Say
ConocoPhillips is exploring the sale of oil and gas assets in Oklahoma’s Anadarko Basin inherited from its $22.5 billion Marathon Oil acquisition. The assets could fetch over $1 billion as part of the company’s $2 billion divestment plan.
CenterPoint Finalizes Sale of 12,000 Miles of Gas Pipelines in Louisiana, Mississippi
CenterPoint Energy has completed the sale of its natural gas utilities in Louisiana and Mississippi to Bernhard Capital Partners. The transfer includes 12,000 miles of pipeline and 380,000 customers, with Delta Utilities assuming operations.
Argentina Sends First Vaca Muerta Gas to Brazil Through Bolivian Pipelines
Argentina has started exporting natural gas from its Vaca Muerta shale to Brazil via Bolivian pipelines, marking a new energy trade route in South America. The deal, involving TotalEnergies, Bolivia’s YPFB and Brazil’s Matrix Energia, could reshape regional gas supply dynamics.
Phillips 66 Finalizes $2.2 Billion EPIC NGL Deal, Adding 885 Miles of Pipeline
Phillips 66 has completed its $2.2 billion acquisition of EPIC NGL, adding 885 miles of pipeline and two fractionators to its midstream portfolio. The assets will boost capacity and strengthen its Permian-to-Gulf Coast connectivity.
Boardwalk’s Texas Gas Launches Open Season for 2 Bcf/d Marcellus-to-Louisiana Pipeline Expansion
Texas Gas has launched an open season for its Borealis pipeline project, a 2 Bcf/d expansion connecting Marcellus and Utica supplies to key markets across the Midwest and Gulf Coast. The project leverages existing infrastructure to meet growing U.S. energy demand.
Gas Producers Warn Australia Opposition’s Export Plan Could Deepen Supply Shortfall
Shell, Chevron, and ExxonMobil executives warn that Australia's opposition gas export plan could worsen supply shortages and deter investment. The proposal would force producers to divert more gas to the domestic market, raising concerns ahead of the May 3 election.
Argentina’s Allen-Punta Colorada Pipeline Well Underway
Argentina’s YPF has begun construction on the second section of the 272-mile Allen–Punta Colorada pipeline, part of the Vaca Muerta Sur project. The line will transport up to 700,000 bpd of crude oil for export, with SCADA systems, storage terminals, and offshore VLCC loading capacity.
Tokyo Gas Acquires Chevron Gas Assets Near LNG Corridor in East Texas for $525 Million
Tokyo Gas has acquired a 70% stake in East Texas gas assets from Chevron for $525 million, expanding its position in the Haynesville Shale. The move strengthens its access to Gulf Coast LNG infrastructure and supports its growing U.S. gas strategy.
Williams Adds 514 MMcf/d as Two Transco Expansions Enter Service in Southeast, Gulf Coast
Williams has placed two Transco pipeline expansion projects into service, adding 514 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) of natural gas capacity to meet growing demand in the Southeast and Gulf Coast regions.
Global News April 2025
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.
Brookfield Nears $9 Billion-Plus Deal for Colonial Pipeline, Sources Say
Brookfield Asset Management is nearing a deal to acquire Colonial Pipeline, the largest U.S. fuel transportation network, for more than $9 billion including debt, sources say. A formal announcement could come within weeks.
U.S. Gas Prices Climb 5% Amid Record LNG Flows, Forecast Changes
U.S. natural gas prices rose 5% to a two-week high as record LNG exports and cooler forecasts boosted demand expectations. May futures climbed to $4.248 per MMBtu, with the U.S. maintaining its lead as the world’s top LNG supplier.
WhiteHawk Energy Doubles Marcellus Gas Royalties with $118 Million Deal
WhiteHawk Energy has closed a $118 million acquisition that doubles its mineral and royalty interests across 475,000 gross unit acres in Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale.
India’s LPG Fleet Grows as BW LPG Sells Two Carriers for $150 Million
BW LPG Limited has signed a Memorandum of Agreement to sell two Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs) — the BW Pampero and BW Chinook — to BW LPG India, its joint venture with Global United Shipping.
Sempra to Sell Gas Assets in Mexico, Trim Infrastructure Stake
Sempra will sell its Ecogas Mexico business and a minority stake in Sempra Infrastructure to help fund a $56 billion capital plan focused on utility investments in Texas and California, with transactions expected over the next 12 to 18 months.
BP Approves New Gas Project in Trinidad to Aid Atlantic LNG Output
BP has approved its Ginger gas development offshore Trinidad and Tobago, part of a renewed focus on natural gas to support the country’s Atlantic LNG facility. Production is expected to begin in 2027, with peak output reaching 62,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day.
U.S. Gas Firms Refocus on Haynesville as Trump Greenlights LNG Projects
Natural gas producers and investors are refocusing on Louisiana’s Haynesville Basin amid rising demand and new LNG export approvals under President Trump. With global buyers watching closely, the basin is drawing renewed drilling and infrastructure interest.
- 1,000-Mile Pipeline Exit Plan by Hope Gas Alarms West Virginia Producers
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Greenpeace Ordered to Pay $667 Million to Energy Transfer Over Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
- Canada’s Canceled Oil Pipelines: The Projects That Didn’t Make It
- Diversified Energy Closes $42 Million Summit Natural Resources Acquisition
- New Alternatives for Noise Reduction in Gas Pipelines
- Missouri Loses Control Over 1.5 Million-Mile Gas Pipeline Network as Feds Step In
- Enbridge Plans $2 Billion Upgrade for North America’s Largest Crude Pipeline
- South Dakota Governor Signs Bill Banning Eminent Domain for Carbon Pipeline
- Woodside May Delay Final Investment Decision on Louisiana LNG to Q2, CEO Says
