Projects
U.S. LNG Developers Target 2025 FIDs Despite Trade Headwinds
U.S. LNG developers are moving forward with over 90 MTPA in new export capacity despite cost concerns, trade tariffs, and supply chain risks. Projects from Cheniere, Venture Global, and Woodside are among those targeting FID in 2025.
Venture Global Pushes FERC to Reapprove CP2 LNG Project in Louisiana
Venture Global is urging FERC to reapprove its CP2 LNG terminal in Louisiana—set to be the largest in the U.S.—following a completed environmental review showing no significant air quality impacts.
Svante Opens First Commercial Carbon Capture Gigafactory in British Columbia
Svante opens the world’s first commercial carbon capture gigafactory in Canada. The Redwood facility will manufacture filters to capture up to 10 million tonnes of CO₂ annually for industrial and direct air capture use.
Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
Tallgrass secures anchor shippers for a proposed Permian-to-Rockies pipeline, aiming to move up to 2.4 Bcf/d of natural gas by late 2028 and link into its decarbonization network.
Aemetis, Centuri Sign $27 Million Deal to Build RNG Systems for 15 California Dairies
Aemetis has signed a $27 million deal with Centuri to build gas cleanup systems for 15 California dairies, part of its plan to scale renewable natural gas production across 50 farms.
Oando Restores Crude Pipeline Operations in Nigeria After Multiple Spills
Nigerian oil firm Oando has completed repairs on its Bayelsa state pipeline after four sabotage-related oil spills. The company shut down affected wells and plans future upgrades to reduce risk.
U.S. Carbon Capture JV Launches Backed by $500 Million Investment
BKV Corp. and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners formed a $500 million joint venture to develop carbon capture projects in the U.S., starting with Barnett Zero and Eagle Ford.
Iran Expands Gas Network by 265 Miles in a Year
Iran added 265 miles of new gas pipelines and launched major compressor stations and infrastructure projects last year to expand its national gas transmission system and support future exports.
Norway’s Statkraft Halts New Green Hydrogen Developments on Cost, Market Concerns
Norway's Statkraft has stopped developing new green hydrogen projects, citing rising costs, market uncertainty, and lack of regulatory clarity. The utility reported a Q1 earnings drop due to lower power prices.
Exxon to Supply Marubeni with Low-Carbon Ammonia from Baytown Hydrogen Project
Exxon Mobil signed its first customer agreement for its planned Baytown hydrogen facility, agreeing to supply Marubeni with 250,000 metric tons of low-carbon ammonia annually. The deal is contingent on a final investment decision expected in 2025.
Democratic States Sue to Block Trump’s National 'Energy Emergency'
Fifteen Democratic state attorneys general have sued to block President Trump’s national energy emergency order, arguing it unlawfully bypasses environmental reviews to fast-track energy project permits.
U.S. Regulators Recommend Approval for Venture Global’s CP2 LNG Project
Venture Global’s proposed CP2 LNG project in Louisiana received a favorable final environmental review from U.S. regulators, paving the way for potential approval of what could become the largest LNG export facility in the country.
Enbridge Targets 2028-29 for Deepwater Pipeline Startups, Eyes Gulf Coast Storage Expansion
Enbridge is targeting startup of its Canyon and Sparta offshore pipelines by 2028-29 and evaluating 24 Bcf of expansion potential at its Gulf Coast gas storage sites to strengthen LNG export connectivity.
Energy Transfer Nears FID on Lake Charles LNG Project After Signing Buyer
Energy Transfer moved closer to sanctioning its Lake Charles LNG export project after securing a key Japanese buyer, boosting committed sales to 10.5 MTPA as it targets a final investment decision by year-end.
TotalEnergies Files for $16 Billion Green Hydrogen, Ammonia Hub in Chile
TotalEnergies has filed for environmental approval of a $16 billion green hydrogen and ammonia project in Chile, which includes wind power, electrolysis, desalination, and maritime export infrastructure.
Commonwealth LNG Signs 20-Year Deal for Louisiana Project with Major Asian Buyer
Commonwealth LNG signed a 20-year supply agreement with a major Asian buyer for 1 million tonnes per annum from its planned Louisiana export project, marking a key milestone ahead of final investment decision.
Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel Permit Decision Expected This Fall
Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project is advancing toward a key milestone, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers targeting a fall decision on the project’s permit following a public comment period set for late May.
TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
TC Energy approved its $900 million Northwoods expansion project to add 0.4 Bcf/d of natural gas capacity in the U.S. Midwest by 2029. The project will meet growing demand from power generation and data centers and is backed by a 20-year contract.
INGAA President Urges Congress to Reform Permitting Rules for Natural Gas Pipelines
INGAA President Amy Andryszak urged Congress to reform permitting laws that are delaying natural gas pipeline projects, citing growing energy demand and challenges posed by duplicative reviews and litigation.
ONEOK Profit Slips on Higher Costs Despite Gains From Pipeline Acquisitions
ONEOK reported a slight dip in first-quarter profit due to higher costs, but core pipeline and NGL segments saw gains from recent acquisitions, including EnLink and Medallion.
TC Energy Signals Wave of New Gas Pipeline Projects on Rising Power Demand
TC Energy expects a major increase in gas infrastructure projects in late 2025 and 2026, driven by North America's coal-to-gas shift, rising power demand and LNG growth opportunities.
Technip Energies to Deliver Engineering for Qatar Offshore Gas Compression Project
Technip Energies has been awarded a detailed engineering contract for QatarEnergy LNG’s NFPS COMP 4 offshore compression project, advancing Qatar’s major natural gas expansion plans.
UK Supermajor BP to Supply Feed Gas to Woodside’s Louisiana LNG Project
In a strategic move to support its Louisiana LNG project, Woodside Energy signed a long-term gas supply agreement with BP for up to 640 billion cubic feet of natural gas, expanding its global LNG footprint and advancing U.S. midstream development.
Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
Three workers were killed and two others injured early Tuesday in an accident at Sempra's Port Arthur LNG construction site in Texas. Lead contractor Bechtel has suspended operations while the incident is investigated.
Golden Pass LNG Receives FERC Approval to Commission Key Systems
FERC has granted Golden Pass LNG approval to commission several key systems at its Texas export terminal, advancing the project toward startup.
Phillips 66 to Build 300 MMcf/d Gas Processing Plant in Permian
Phillips 66 plans a new 300 MMcf/d Iron Mesa gas plant in the Permian Basin as part of its midstream expansion, announced alongside a first-quarter loss.
Vaquero Midstream to Build 70-Mile Pipeline, Expand Gas Processing Near Waha Hub
Vaquero Midstream plans a 70-mile gas pipeline and a 200 MMcf/d cryogenic plant to expand operations in the Southern Delaware Basin near the Waha Hub.
Projects April 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.
Woodside Greenlights $17.5 Billion Louisiana LNG Project
Woodside Energy has approved a $17.5 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Louisiana, targeting first production in 2029, as the company expands its global LNG portfolio.
HYCO1, Malaysia LNG Team Up for Major CO₂ Utilization Project in Sarawak
HYCO1 and Malaysia LNG sign a memorandum to develop a major carbon capture and utilization project in Sarawak, using breakthrough technology to turn CO₂ into valuable chemical and fuel products by 2029.
- 1,000-Mile Pipeline Exit Plan by Hope Gas Alarms West Virginia Producers
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Boardwalk’s Texas Gas Launches Open Season for 2 Bcf/d Marcellus-to-Louisiana Pipeline Expansion
- Traverse Pipeline Approved to Move 1.75 Bcf/d of Gas Along 160-Mile South Texas–Katy Route
- New Alternatives for Noise Reduction in Gas Pipelines
- Construction Begins on Ghana's $12 Billion Petroleum Hub, But Not Without Doubts
- DOE Considers Cutting Over $1.2 Billion in Carbon Capture Project Funding
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Newsom Seeks to Aid Struggling Refiners Following Valero’s California Exit
