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API Names Robbins Arkansas Petroleum Council Executive Director
The American Petroleum Institute (API) today named Kelly Robbins Executive Director for the Arkansas Petroleum Council. Robbins will be replacing Tom Parker, who retired Dec. 31, 2017. “In his roles as both API Arkansas Executive Director and Southern Region Director, Tom has overseen critical mome..
Pembina Announces Senior Management Appointments
Pembina Pipeline Corporation has announced several senior executive appointments. The new senior executives will report directly to Mick Dilger, Pembina’s President & Chief Executive Officer, and include: Jason Wiun, Senior Vice President (“SVP”) & Chief Operating Officer, Pipelines –..
Con Edison of New York Names New President
Con Edison Co. of New York, Inc., a subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc., has named Timothy P. Cawley president. Cawley replaces Craig Ivey, who retired after eight years as president of the company. “Tim is a proven leader in safety and reliability, with expertise in our operations and an unwav..
Meet APGA Chairman Greg Henderson
Greg Henderson is the 2017-18 chairman of the American Public Gas Association (APGA). APGA is the national trade association for publicly owned natural gas utilities that are owned and operated by government entities rather than stockholders. There are over 1,000 public gas utilities in the United S..
Winning Locally a Key in Battle with Environmentalists
To move ahead with pipeline construction projects, one industry expert says it is essential to gain the support of local residents.
FERC Officially Has New Chairman
New chairman at FERC is a welcome sight for pipeline construction projects.
INGAA Announces Leadership Changes
The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) today announced the retirement of Terry Boss, senior vice president of environment, safety and operations, after a distinguished 33-year career in the pipeline industry, including 23 years with INGAA. Boss, who has led INGAA’s efforts on pip..
FERC Officially Has a New Commissioner
On Nov. 29, 2017, The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) swore in Richard Glick as Commissioner. Glick was nominated to the commission by President Donald J. Trump in August 2017 and confirmed by the U.S. Senate on Nov. 2, 2017. Before joining the commission, Glick was general counsel for ..
New CEO Named at PEMEX
Mexico’s President, Enrique Pena Nieto, today named Carlos Trevino as CEO of state-run energy company Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX). Trevino replaces Jose Antonio Gonzalez Anaya, who was appointed as the country’s new finance minister. Trevino currently serves as PEMEX’s corporate director of admini..
Insider’s Perspective of an Industry in Transition
Industry insider gives insights on global deals that may impact pipeline construction projects in 2018.
Halliburton's Lesar Receives API's Top Honor
API has awarded its highest honor – the Gold Medal for Distinguished Achievement – to David J. Lesar, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of Halliburton Company. “Dave’s visionary leadership in the industry and generosity to the community made him an easy choice for API’s highest honor,” A..
Brian Nessen Joins Gulf Publishing Company as Group Publisher for Pipelines and Infrastructure Group
Brian Nessen, an experienced business-to-business media and trade show executive, has joined Gulf Publishing Company as Group Publisher. Nessen will manage a group that includes Pipeline & Gas Journal, Underground Construction, Underground Construction Technology conference and exhibition, and the P..
API-PA Names Lutz Associate Director
The Associated Petroleum Industries of Pennsylvania (API-PA), API’s Pennsylvania division, has named Jonathan Lutz Associate Director. “Lutz’ experience supporting the commonwealth’s conservation efforts, environmental stewardship, and energy growth is critical for Pennsylvania at a key moment for ..
Navigant’s Global Energy Practice Adds Four Senior Leaders
Navigant Consulting, Inc. today announced four senior-level industry experts have been added to the company’s expanding global Energy practice. The four experts joining Navigant’s global Energy practice are: Mike Bianco, Managing Director, Austin, Texas Bianco brings 26 years of experience in lead..
Plains All American Announces Management Succession Plan
Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. (PAA) and Plains GP Holdings today announced its management succession plan and transition process regarding Greg Armstrong’s retirement as Chief Executive Officer, effective at the end of 2018. Under the plan approved by PAA’s Board of Directors, Willie Chiang, t..
EPA Head Names Oil and Gas, Utility Executives to Science Advisory Boards
WASHINGTON (AP) — The head of the Environmental Protection Agency has named a slate of new members to federal science advisory boards, including several who work for chemical and fossil-fuel interests. EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced his appointments Friday, after saying he would block sci..
Senate Confirms FERC Nominees
The U.S. Senate has confirmed the nominations of Kevin McIntyre and Richard Glick to join the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). McIntyre will serve as Chairman. McIntyre, co-leader of the global Energy Practice at the law firm Jones Day, will serve out the remainder of a term that ends J..
Noble Energy Elects Ladhani to Board of Directors
Noble Energy, Inc. has elected Holli C. Ladhani to its Board of Directors, effective October 26, 2017. Ladhani is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rockwater Energy Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of comprehensive water management solutions to the unconventional oil and gas ind..
INGAA Board Elects Iroquois Pipeline President Jeff Bruner Chairman
The board of directors of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America has elected Iroquois Pipeline Operating Company (IPOC) President Jeffrey Bruner as chairman of the INGAA board of directors for a one‐year term, effective immediately. “As the chairman of INGAA, Jeff will lead our industry’..
Professor Quits over Denied Dakota Access Pipeline Seminars
Professor quits after his request to hold seminars over protests concerning the Dakota Access pipeline construction project was denied
SoCalGas Tech Cites Training for Life-Saving Response
When Southern California Gas Co. technician Jeff Catton pulled his truck into the cul de sac near a two-story residence, he was already thinking about what might lie ahead. A seven-year employee at SoCalGas, Catton was responding to what many might consider a routine call – an elderly couple in the..
MDU Resources Names New CEO of Pipeline Business
MDU Resources Group, Inc. has named Trevor J. Hastings president and CEO of WBI Holdings Inc., the company’s pipeline and energy services business. His appointment is effective Oct. 16. “Trevor has been with MDU Resources for 21 years, primarily in leadership and business development roles,” said D..
Tribal Head who Led Dakota Access Pipeline Fight Voted Out
Tribal leader who led opposition against the Dakota Access pipeline construction project voted out of office.
Welding is Literally Brian Laing’s Middle Name
It’s been exactly 35 years since Brian Laing began work at CRC-Evans, a global leader in pipeline construction technologies, equipment and services. Since that time he has overseen the company’s growth into managing subsea services, field joint coating, weighting systems and non-destructive testing ..
Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Advances FERC Nominees
The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources today advanced two of President Trump’s nominees to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: Richard Glick, a Democratic attorney and Kevin McIntyre, FERC’s chairman-in-waiting. Glick and McIntyre will now receive a vote before the full Senate. ..
NextDecade Appoints Matt Schatzman as President
NextDecade Corporation has appointed Matt Schatzman to the company’s newly created position of President. In this role, Schatzman will report to Chairman and CEO, Kathleen Eisbrenner, and, along with the rest of NextDecade’s management team, work towards positive final investment decisions on the Ri..
FERC Names New General Counsel
FERC has named James P. Danly General Counsel, effective Sept. 18, 2017. He will replace David Morenoff, who has served as FERC’s General Counsel since February 2017 and will assume the position of Deputy General Counsel once the transition is complete. Danly comes to FERC from the energy regulati..
NextDecade Appoints Patrick Hughes to VP of Corporate Strategy
NextDecade Corporation has named Patrick Hughes Vice President, Corporate Strategy. In this position, Hughes will be responsible for corporate strategy and business development activities including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. Furthermore, Hughes will overs..
EnergySec Honors 2017 Cybersecurity Industry Leaders
On Aug. 16, 2017, at the company’s 13th Annual Security and Compliance Summit, EnergySec recognized Michael Meason as Cybersecurity Professional of the Year and Andy Bochman as Cybersecurity Leader of the Year. Each year, EnergySec gives special recognition to individuals who have stood out among t..
KMG Nominates Margaret Montana to Board of Directors
KMG today announced that Margaret C. (Peggy) Montana will join the board of directors December 1, 2017. Montana is a former senior executive at Shell Oil Company with substantial international and operational experience in the pipeline and energy markets. “We are pleased to welcome Peggy Montana to..
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