Business & Markets
Equitrans Provides Root Analysis for 2022 Gas Leak at Pennsylvania Storage Facility
(P&GJ) — Equitrans Midstream Corp. has submitted information to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regarding the root cause investigation and analysis related to the Rager Mountain Storage facility incident that occurred in November 2022.
Argentina Launches Tender for Vaca Muerta Pipeline Work to Move Local Gas Supply
Argentina has launched a tender for new works to reverse the flow of natural gas on a major pipeline designed to transport Vaca Muerta shale production to the north of the country, a spokesperson for state-owned energy company ENARSA said on Friday.
Commonwealth LNG Partners with Baker Hughes to Enhance Louisiana LNG Facility
(P&GJ) — Commonwealth LNG has signed a strategic agreement with Baker Hughes related to Commonwealth LNG's liquefied natural gas facility under development in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
EIA: Natural Gas-Fired Power Rises in Florida’s Electricity Generation Mix
The agency noted that these new power plants have gained access to low-priced fuel due to the expansion of the Southeast U.S. pipeline network and the increased production of natural gas across the country.
Draft Environmental Study on Dakota Access Pipeline Expected in Fall
A U.S. court last year ordered the federal government to undertake a more intensive environmental study of the pipeline's route under a lake that straddles the border of North Dakota and South Dakota.
Trudeau Stands by Trans Mountain Expansion as Strong Investment Amid Challenges
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday he was confident the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion was a solid investment and that interest is high among Indigenous groups who want to buy a share of the pipeline.
US Energy Firm Payouts to Oil Investors Top Exploration Spending for First Time
Top U.S. energy companies last year paid out more of their earnings to shareholders than they invested in new oil and gas fields for the first time, according to a report released on Tuesday.
EU to Open Third Round of Joint Gas Buying in September
The European Union will open its third round of joint gas buying next month, as the bloc moves to secure supplies in preparation for another winter with scarce Russian gas.
Gazprom's First LNG Cargo Via Arctic Destined for China's Jingtang
An LNG cargo from Russia's Gazprom being sent via the Northern Sea Route (NSR) for the first time is destined for the Chinese port of Jingtang, Refinitiv ship tracking data shows.
Tropical Storm Harold Reduces Gas Flows at Cheniere's Corpus Christi LNG Export Plant
The amount of natural gas flowing to U.S. energy company Cheniere Energy's Corpus Christi LNG export plant in Texas was on track to decline on Wednesday, a day after Tropical Storm Harold hit South Texas.
Key Hearing for 2,000-Mile Carbon Capture Pipeline Begins in Iowa
Iowa residents living along the route of the U.S.'s largest proposed carbon capture and storage (CCS) pipeline told state regulators they were worried about possible ruptures and land takings at the start of a hearing that will determine the fate of the project.
Clearfork Midstream Expands Haynesville Gas System, Adds New Pipelines Across Louisiana and Texas
(P&GJ) — These expansions represent a system-wide capacity increase of approximately 65% since Clearfork’s acquisition of the assets in February 2022. In addition, the company has expanded its North Louisiana gathering footprint to the east and west, and is in construction on new gathering pipe further west into Panola County, Texas.
Fidelis New Energy to Develop Carbon Neutral Hydrogen Facility in West Virginia
(P&GJ) — Fidelis New Energy has made the strategic decision to establish its inaugural net-zero carbon hydrogen production facility, featuring FidelisH2 proprietary technologies, along with a data center campus and a greenhouse system in Mason County, West Virginia.
Asian Buyers May Seek U.S. LNG If Australia Worker Disputes Worsen, Analysts Say
Major Asian buyers of LNG could seek U.S. cargoes in the coming weeks if worker-related disputes at key LNG facilities in Australia escalate, analysts said, as electricity demand continues surge due to warm weather.
Cheniere Energy Strikes LNG Supply Deal with BASF
Cheniere Energy said on Tuesday it would supply 0.8 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG to Germany's BASF.
Iraq Oil Minister in Turkey to Discuss Resuming Northern Oil Exports
Iraq's oil minister Hayan Abdel-Ghani arrived in the Turkish capital Ankara to discuss several issues including the resumption of oil exports through the Ceyhan oil terminal, a source in the minister's office told Reuters on Monday.
China’s LNG Buyers Expand Trading After Adding More US, Qatari Contracts
China's LNG gas importers are starting up or expanding trading desks in London and Singapore to better manage their growing and diversified supply portfolios in an increasingly volatile global market.
Shell Nigeria Investigates Possible Trans Niger Oil Pipeline Leak
Shell Plc's local unit is investigating a possible leak on its Trans Niger oil pipeline that traverses Bodo community in Nigeria's River state following an Aug. 18 report, a spokesperson said on Monday.
Hungary's MVM to Buy Gas from Turkey's BOTAS in 'Groundbreaking' Deal
Hungarian energy conglomerate MVM has agreed to buy about 300 million cubic meters of natural gas from Turkish energy company BOTAS.
Energy Transfer Seeks New LNG Export License After Extension Denied
Pipeline operator Energy Transfer on Friday requested a new and expedited export license for its proposed Lake Charles LNG plant in Louisiana, according to a filing with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Bakken Success Boosts Need for Gas Capture Innovations
(P&GJ) — While one of North Dakota’s top energy officials, Justin Kringstad, readily leads the cheers for his state’s success with industry in curbing the economic and environmentally harmful practice of flaring associated gas at well sites.
COFCO Brings Brazil's First Biodiesel Pipeline Online
The Brazilian unit of China's COFCO International started operating the South American country's first biodiesel pipeline connecting its plant in Rondonopolis, at the heart of Brazil's farm country, to nearby distributors.
Kinder Morgan's Tennessee Gas Pipeline Issues Force Majeure Amidst Fire Incident
Kinder Morgan unit Tennessee Gas Pipeline on Friday declared force majeure due to an explosion and fire caused by equipment failure at a compressor station near Centerville in Hickman County.
Hungary to Receive LNG from Qatar Starting in 2027
Hungary can begin to receive shipments of LNG gas from Qatar in 2027, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto told a news conference on Friday.
Russia's Arctic-2 LNG Set to Start Production During 2023, CNOOC Says
Russia's Arctic-2 LNG project, in which China's CNOOC Ltd. holds a 10% stake, is proceeding as planned with first phase to start operation during this year, senior company executives said on Friday.
API and LEPA Release Comprehensive CO2 Pipeline Safety Guide
(P&GJ) — The guide, developed with input from the National Association of State Fire Marshals, helps operators advance a zero-incident safety culture by outlining best practices for CO2 pipeline safety and emergency preparedness.
Deep Sky, Svante Partner to Study Carbon Storage Feasibility in Southern Quebec, Canada
(P&GJ) — Canadian carbon removal developer, Deep Sky, has joined forces with carbon capture and removal solutions provider Svante Technologies Inc. to evaluate the feasibility of sequestering CO2 in Southern Quebec.
Former Trump Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette Named New President of Utility Lobby Group
Edison Electric Institute has named Dan Brouillette as president starting on Jan. 1, 2024. Brouillette, who currently serves as president of Sempra Infrastructure, said he looks forward to leading the lobby group at a "pivotal point" for the industry.
FTC Approves EQT's Deal to Buy THQ Appalachia
EQT Corp., the biggest U.S. natural gas producer, has received the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's approval to buy THQ Appalachia and associated infrastructure. The proposed deal is valued at $5.2 billion.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Pare Gains After Expected Storage Build
U.S. natural gas futures pared gains after a federal report was largely in line with expectations of a smaller-than-usual storage build last week as hot weather kept cooling demand high.
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- Magellan Midstream Approves $18.8 Billion Sale to ONEOK, Creating Major U.S. Pipeline Player
- Energy Transfer to Buy Crestwood in $7.1 Billion Pipeline Deal
- DT Midstream Successfully Completes Phase 1 LEAP Expansion Ahead of Schedule
- South Dakota Denies Permit for Summit Carbon Solutions' 495-Mile CO2 Pipeline Segment
- Canada Looking to Sell Trans Mountain Pipeline Stake to Indigenous Groups
- Energy Transfer to Buy Crestwood in $7.1 Billion Pipeline Deal
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- US Energy Firm Payouts to Oil Investors Top Exploration Spending for First Time
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