Projects

WhiteWater Reaches FID on 170-Mile, 1.75 Bcf/d Pelican Pipeline to Serve Louisiana’s Gillis Hub

WhiteWater has announced it will proceed with constructing the Pelican Pipeline, a major natural gas line stretching 170 miles from Williams, Louisiana, to the Gillis Hub near Ragley, Louisiana.

Angola LNG Weighs Adding Capacity as Gas Output Grows

Angola LNG is exploring expansion options, including a mini train addition, as new gas supplies from Chevron and the New Gas Consortium are expected to bring the plant to full capacity in the coming year.

Trump Win Expected to Lift Barriers on U.S. LNG Export Projects, Say Developers

U.S. LNG developers anticipate accelerated project approvals following Donald Trump’s election, as his administration promises to streamline Department of Energy reviews. Companies like Energy Transfer and Commonwealth LNG expect this shift to fast-track multibillion-dollar export projects, while environmental groups vow continued opposition.

Mid-Michigan Pipeline Completion Bolsters Natural Gas Reliability Across Five Counties

Consumers Energy has completed its Mid-Michigan Pipeline, upgrading 55 miles of natural gas pipeline to enhance reliability across five counties. The $1.5 billion project modernizes the gas delivery system just in time for winter.

Exxon Targets First LNG from $30 Billion Mozambique Project by 2030

Exxon Mobil projects the first LNG output from its $30 billion Mozambique project by 2030, with early site work slated to begin next year. The final investment decision is expected in 2026.

Williams Companies Exceeds Q3 Profit Estimates on Higher Revenue, Boost from Transco Pipeline

Williams Companies surpassed third-quarter profit forecasts with strong service revenue and increased natural gas flows, especially from its Transco pipeline. The company raised its annual profit outlook, citing demand from data center growth and industrial re-shoring projects.

Sempra's Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 Progressing Faster Than Cameron LNG Expansion, CFO Says

The Texas-based Port Arthur project benefits from a continuous construction agreement with Bechtel and is on track to receive its non-FTA export permit early next year. Meanwhile, the timing for financial approval of the Cameron expansion remains uncertain.

Federal Regulators Approve Venture Global to Introduce Natural Gas at Louisiana LNG Plant

Federal regulators have granted Venture Global permission to introduce natural gas into its Plaquemines LNG plant in Louisiana, bringing the facility closer to producing liquefied natural gas (LNG) and strengthening U.S. LNG export capacity.

Sempra Misses Profit Estimates on LNG Expenses; Gasoducto Rosarito Pipeline Nears Commercial Launch

Sempra’s third-quarter profit fell short due to rising LNG-related costs and lower utility earnings. Despite this, the Gasoducto Rosarito Pipeline remains on track for commercial operation, supporting Sempra's LNG export ambitions.

Texas GulfLink Project Gets EPA Backing for Crude Export Hub off Texas Coast

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has given its nod to the Texas GulfLink (TGL) Deepwater Port Project, a venture proposed by Texas GulfLink Holdings, a subsidiary of Sentinel Midstream LLC, intended to facilitate crude oil exports from the U.S. coast.

Argentina's New Pipeline to Boost Domestic Gas Supply, Eye Export

Argentina launched the Northern Natural Gas Pipeline to enhance domestic supply from the Vaca Muerta shale field, aiming to end reliance on Bolivian imports and potentially enable exports to nearby countries.

Glenfarne Chooses Kiewit for Texas LNG Export Terminal Construction

Glenfarne Group has selected Kiewit as the construction contractor for its Texas LNG export terminal in Brownsville. The facility aims to process 0.5 Bcf/d of natural gas, targeting commercial operations by 2028, with a possible extension to 2029.

Enbridge Q3 Profit Surges on U.S. Gas Acquisitions, Raises Growth Forecast

New investments included the $1.1 billion Sequoia Solar project in Texas and the $700 million offshore Canyon System Pipelines project on the U.S. Gulf Coast.

Tokyo Gas in Talks to Acquire Stake in Woodside’s Louisiana LNG Project

Tokyo Gas is in talks with Woodside Energy to acquire a stake in the Louisiana LNG project, an ambitious U.S. Gulf Coast facility poised to convert U.S. shale gas into LNG for export. This potential investment aligns with Tokyo Gas’ strategy to secure long-term U.S. gas supplies.

Cheniere Boosts Annual Forecast as Corpus Christi LNG Project Nears Start

Cheniere Energy raised its annual profit forecast, citing strong demand for LNG and progress on its Corpus Christi expansion, expected to boost output by year-end. The top U.S. LNG exporter also reported increased third-quarter exports and higher spot prices in Asia, fueling its outlook for continued growth in global LNG markets.

U.S. LNG Export Growth Faces Uncertainty as Trump’s Tariff Proposal Looms, Analysts Say

U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports could face setbacks if Donald Trump wins the election and imposes a proposed 60% tariff on Chinese imports, analysts say. The move may lead to trade tensions and reduce demand for U.S. LNG from China, affecting export growth.

Crude Oil Imports from Canada Reach Record High After Pipeline Expansion

U.S. imports of Canadian crude hit a record 4.3 million barrels per day in July 2024, spurred by the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The new capacity boosts exports from Alberta to the U.S. West Coast and Pacific markets, impacting Western Canadian Select prices amid evolving refinery demand.

New Oil Pipelines from Permian Unlikely as Top Operators Prioritize Expansions

Top executives of two U.S. energy pipeline operators on Thursday ruled out building new crude oil lines to move volumes out of the Permian shale field in West Texas because of tepid volume growth and difficulties constructing new lines.

Enterprise to Expand Strategic Fuel Storage With New Facility in Utah

Pipeline operator Enterprise Products Partners said on Tuesday the second phase of its Texas Western Products System was now complete with truck loading operations beginning at company's fuel terminal located in Utah.

Petronas Plans “Aggressive” Expansion With New Hub in Indonesia

Malaysian state energy firm Petronas plans an "aggressive" expansion in Indonesia, which includes creating a hub for its East Java operations and investing in exploration for country's eastern regions.

Carbon Capture Project by Major Oil Sands Producers May See Canada Backing

The Canada Growth Fund (CGF) has proposed funding support for a multibillion-dollar carbon-capture investment by Pathways Alliance.

Enterprise Products to Develop CO2 Pipeline Network for Occidental 1PointFive

Enterprise Products Partners agreed to develop a CO2 transportation network to support carbon capture firm 1PointFive's hub in southeast Texas.

Exxon Mobil, Qatar Receive 3-Year Extension for Golden Pass LNG Plant in Texas

Federal regulators on Thursday gave an Exxon Mobil and Qatar Energy LNG joint venture a 3-year extension to finish building their Golden Pass LNG plant, a regulatory document showed.

Canadian Natural Boosts Trans Mountain Pipeline Capacity After PetroChina Exit: Report

Canadian Natural Resources is taking over more space on the expanded Trans Mountain pipeline from a unit of PetroChina, boosting its ability to ship crude to markets after buying assets from Chevron.

Four Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in U.S. Since 2023

Four new petroleum liquids pipelines, including three crude oil projects and one hydrocarbon gas liquids (HGL) pipeline, have been completed in the U.S. since 2023, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) updated Liquids Pipeline Projects Database.

Jacobs to Lead Pre-FEED for 56-Mile East London Hydrogen Pipeline

Spanning 56 miles (90 kilometers) through East London, the pipeline will run north of the River Thames, linking key industrial areas to a reliable hydrogen supply.

Pemex Delays Projects, Targets $1.35 Billion in Savings

The cuts, aimed at optimizing resources, will delay certain projects and acquisitions until 2025, as the heavily indebted company prioritizes investments in higher-producing wells.

Energy Transfer Taps KBR, Technip to Build Louisiana LNG Plant

Energy Transfer has signed a preliminary agreement with KBR and Technip Energies to construct the Lake Charles LNG plant, pending a final investment decision. The project, in development since 2015, requires additional permits and customer agreements to move forward.

New 580-Mile Texas Pipeline Eases Bottlenecks, Boosts Shale Gas and Oil Output

The Matterhorn Express pipeline, the first new natural gas pipeline in the Permian Basin in three years, is alleviating gas bottlenecks and boosting oil production by freeing up gas flow to Gulf Coast export hubs. This new capacity is expected to significantly increase shale output in west Texas.

Cheniere Energy Moves Closer to Starting New Texas LNG Export Operation

Cheniere Energy moves closer to starting production at its Corpus Christi Stage 3 LNG export facility in Texas, receiving federal approval for key operations. The expansion will add around 10 million metric tons per year to U.S. LNG export capacity.