Processing/LNG
U.S. Natural Gas Pipeline Expansions Increase Takeaway Capacity by 17.8 Bcf/d in 2024, EIA Reports
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), natural gas pipeline projects completed in 2024 increased takeaway capacity by approximately 6.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in key production regions, including Appalachia, Haynesville, the Permian Basin, and the Eagle Ford.
U.S. Greenlights $5 Billion Loan for TotalEnergies’ Mozambique LNG Project
The board of the U.S. Export-Import Bank approved a nearly $5 billion loan for a long-delayed LNG project in Mozambique, clearing a key hurdle to restarting the project under development by French oil major TotalEnergies.
Gibson, Baytex Partner on Pembina Duvernay Infrastructure Deal
Gibson Energy and Baytex Energy have formed a strategic partnership to develop midstream infrastructure in the Pembina Duvernay, securing a long-term take-or-pay agreement.
Musk's Layoffs Shrink Workforce Needed for Trump's Energy Dominance Agenda
Mass federal layoffs are slowing energy project approvals, threatening President Trump’s ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ agenda. With key agencies like BLM and BOEM losing staff, oil and gas permitting is backlogged, raising concerns from industry leaders and lawmakers. Could job cuts derail America’s energy dominance?
Texas LNG Targets Final Investment Decision by December
Glenfarne Energy Transition expects to make a final investment decision on its Texas LNG project by December, CEO Brendan Duval said on Wednesday.
Argentina to Rely on Single LNG Import Terminal This Winter, Excelerate Says
Argentina has not requested an additional floating regasification plant from Excelerate Energy for the winter to come, a company executive said, as the South American country plans lower imports of liquefied natural gas this year.
With Costs at Twice the Price of Steel, ‘Common Sense’ Encouraged
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.
Williams CEO: Pipeline Permitting Costs Twice the Price of Steel, Calls for ‘Common Sense’ Reform
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.
Cheniere Wins FERC Approval for Texas LNG Expansion
U.S. regulators have approved the expansion of Cheniere Energy's Corpus Christi liquefied natural gas plant in Texas, a Cheniere executive said on Tuesday.
PGN Taps LNG from Export Contracts to Supply Indonesian Market
Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN), a unit of Indonesian state-owned oil and gas company Pertamina, said it will buy some LNG cargoes that were contracted for export to meet domestic demand, the company's chief executive said on Wednesday.
Egypt to Lease German Floating LNG Unit to Offset Gas Decline
Egypt, which has struggled with declining domestic gas production, plans to lease a German floating gas liquefaction unit, the Egyptian petroleum ministry said in a statement on Tuesday.
Ukraine Eyes U.S. LNG Imports as Gas Needs Grow
Ukraine may import large volumes of U.S. gas this year via terminals in Germany, Greece, Lithuania and Poland, its state gas operator said, as Kyiv struggles with the impact of Russian attacks on its infrastructure.
Baker Hughes to Supply Gas Turbines, Compressors for Rio Grande LNG
Baker Hughes and NextDecade Corp. have signed a framework agreement for the expansion of the Rio Grande LNG facility, with Baker Hughes supplying gas turbines and refrigerant compressors for Trains 4 through 8.
Woodside May Delay Final Investment Decision on Louisiana LNG to Q2, CEO Says
Australia's Woodside LNG may push a final investment decision on its Louisiana LNG plant into the second quarter of 2025 as talks to sell half of the project drag on, CEO Meg O'Neill told Reuters on Monday.
Commonwealth LNG Sees Buyer Interest Surge After U.S. Export Approval
Commonwealth LNG has seen an increase in interest from prospective buyers since it secured an export license from the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump last month, the project's owner said on Monday.
ARC Resources Signs Long-Term LNG Supply Deal with Exxon
ExxonMobil LNG Asia Pacific will purchase all of ARC's LNG offtake from the Cedar LNG project, representing about 1.5 million tonnes per annum, at international LNG pricing, ARC said.
After U.S. Blocks Iraq-Iran Power Trade, Baghdad Turns to Qatar, Oman for Gas Supply
After the U.S. blocked Iraq's imports of electricity from Iran, Baghdad is seeking alternative gas supplies from Qatar and Oman to mitigate potential energy shortages.
U.S. Grants Five-Year Extension to Delfin LNG Export Permit
The U.S. has approved a five-year extension for Delfin LNG's export permit, allowing it to ship liquefied natural gas to non-free trade agreement countries. The extension supports Delfin's floating LNG project off Louisiana, with a planned capacity of 13.3 million tonnes per year.
Summit Midstream Acquires Moonrise Midstream in $90 Million Deal, Expands DJ Basin Footprint
Summit Midstream has acquired Moonrise Midstream for $90 million, expanding its DJ Basin footprint with 80 miles of natural gas and crude oil pipelines and adding 65 MMcf/d of processing capacity.
Naftogaz, Poland’s Orlen Partner on LNG to Boost Ukraine’s Gas Supply
Ukrainian oil and gas company Naftogaz and Polish energy group Orlen signed an agreement on Friday to cooperate in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector and help Kyiv to diversify its gas supplies, the companies said.
Indonesia’s $1.5 Billion LNG Push Aims to Displace Diesel in Power Sector
After a decade of false starts, Indonesia is rolling out a $1.5 billion project to distribute liquefied natural gas (LNG) on a small scale to feed dozens of power plants now running on diesel via a unique hub-and-spoke model across its vast archipelago.
Venture Global Plans $18 Billion Expansion of Plaquemines LNG Plant in Louisiana
Venture Global said on Thursday it would expand the total production capacity of its Plaquemines LNG plant in Louisiana to 45 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), up from the current 27 MTPA, with an additional investment of $18 billion.
Venture Global Raises Plaquemines LNG Cost Estimate by $2 Billion
Venture Global has raised its cost estimate for the Plaquemines LNG project in Louisiana by $2 billion, citing inflation and other factors. The project is now expected to cost up to $23.8 billion.
BCUC Approves FortisBC's $50 Million Okanagan LNG Capacity Project
The British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has approved FortisBC Energy Inc.'s Okanagan Capacity Mitigation Project, a crucial step in addressing natural gas supply concerns in the Okanagan region.
U.S. DOE Approves Permit Extension for Exxon’s Golden Pass LNG
The U.S. Department of Energy said on Wednesday it has approved an extension of a permit for exports of liquefied natural gas from a Golden Pass LNG LLC project, jointly owned by QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil, being built in Texas.
Ireland Approves Emergency Floating LNG Facility to Address Gas Supply Risks
The Irish government has approved development of a temporary emergency facility for importing and storing liquefied natural gas (LNG), it said on Tuesday.
Vitol to Supply LNG to Philippines Under 10-Year Deal
Vitol Asia Pte Ltd. has signed a 10-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with LNGPH, a consortium of South Premiere Power Corporation and Excellent Energy Resources Inc.
South Korea, U.S. to Form Working Group on Alaska LNG Project, Trade Issues
South Korea and the United States have agreed to establish a working-level group to discuss a gas pipeline project in Alaska, energy, shipbuilding, tariffs and non-tariff barriers, South Korea's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun said on Tuesday.
Global News March 2025
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Projects March 2025
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.
- 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
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- U.S. Moves to Block Enterprise Products’ Exports to China Over Security Risk
- 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
