Projects
East Timor Discusses Gas Pipeline Development with Sinopec, Other Chinese Firms Over Stalled Multi-Billion Gas Project
Now the main hurdle is disagreement over whether to pipe the gas to a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant in East Timor or to an existing LNG hub in Darwin.
Woodside Completes $1.2 Billion Acquisition of Tellurian, Renaming Driftwood LNG to Woodside Louisiana LNG
Woodside Energy said on Wednesday it has completed the acquisition of U.S. liquefied natural gas developer Tellurian, including its U.S. Gulf Coast LNG export project, for $1.2 billion including debt.
Arbitration Favors BP as Sole Buyer in Kosmos Energy's Senegal LNG Project
Kosmos Energy said on Tuesday a Paris-based arbitrator has ruled in favor of BP, prohibiting Kosmos from selling to third parties liquefied natural gas from the Greater Tortue project offshore Senegal and Mauritania.
Equinor Reaffirms Commitment to $42 Billion Tanzania LNG Project
Norway's Equinor remains committed to a $42 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Tanzania that has stalled after proposed government changes to a financial agreement reached last year, a senior company executive said on Tuesday.
McDermott Wins EPCI for 155 Miles of Offshore, Onshore Pipelines in Qatar's North Field
The contract covers the EPCI of nearly 250 km (155 miles) of offshore and onshore gas pipelines, connecting five new offshore wellhead platforms to two new onshore LNG trains.
Sable Aims to Restart California Offshore Oil Pipeline by Year-End After Decade-Long Shutdown
Sable Offshore said on Monday it was expecting to restart the Santa Ynez oil and gas pipeline off the Californian coast by the end of the year after it was shut for nearly a decade following a major oil leak.
FERC Sides with Williams in Texas-Louisiana Pipeline Dispute with Energy Transfer
(P&GJ) — FERC has sided with Williams in a dispute with Energy Transfer, ruling that the Louisiana Energy Gateway project is a gathering network, not subject to federal jurisdiction. This clears the way for Williams to proceed with the project without regulatory oversight under the Natural Gas Act.
Tellurian Shareholders Approve $1.2 Billion Acquisition by Woodside
Tellurian shareholders have approved the proposed $1.2 billion acquisition by Woodside Energy, which includes the U.S. Gulf Coast Driftwood LNG export project. The deal aims to address Tellurian's financial challenges following setbacks and cancelled supply agreements.
Enbridge Green Lights $700 Million Pipeline Network Plans for Gulf of Mexico
Enbridge will construct and operate crude oil and natural gas pipelines for BP's Kaskida oil hub in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, set to start production in 2029. Shell has also announced its final investment decision for the Rome Pipeline, which will transport oil from the project.
New Energy Tanker Berths at Russia's Arctic LNG 2 Despite U.S. Sanctions
The U.S.-sanctioned LNG tanker New Energy has berthed at Russia's Arctic LNG 2 plant, according to ship-tracking data. Despite Western sanctions over Russia's actions in Ukraine, the Palau-flagged tanker continues operations, including a recent ship-to-ship transfer from the plant.
Venture Global Receives Approval to Advance Louisiana Calcasieu LNG Plant Toward Commercialization
Venture Global LNG has received approval from the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reintroduce hazardous fluids to part of its Calcasieu LNG export plant in Louisiana. This critical step brings the plant closer to commercial operations after facing legal and regulatory challenges.
Shell Expands Gas Distribution Network in Nigeria
Shell plc’s Nigerian business, Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG), has struck a deal with a regional government in the country to develop a new gas distribution network to boost consumption by commercial and industrial entities for increased business performance.
Global News October 2024
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Editor’s Notebook: TMX Expansion Faces Quality Concerns from West Coast Refiners
For a couple of months now, U.S. West Coast oil refiners have been voicing concerns about some of the attributes of crude oil being shipped along the recently completed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion (TMX) from Canada.
Ground Work on Extension of Mayakan Pipeline Begins
The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and Engie Mexico began construction work after signing a new agreement at the end of March for the expansion of the Mayakan Gas Pipeline.
P&GJ’s Europe 500 Report of Top Pipelines
The following is a list of some of the longest transportation routes on the continent of Europe as of July 2024. This third such report will be broken down into two sections: gas and liquids (oil and products), which will be updated in each of our September issues going forward.
FERC Sides with Venture Global LNG on Equipment Issues as Contract Disputes Escalate
U.S. regulators have backed Venture Global LNG's efforts to address equipment issues at its Calcasieu Pass, Louisiana plant, which have prevented the company from fulfilling long-term LNG contracts for two years.
Mitsubishi Expands Stake in Major Malaysia LNG Project
Japanese trading house Mitsubishi said on Friday it would expand its ownership in a major liquefied natural gas project in Malaysia, acquiring 10% stakes in the Dua and Tiga units of the Malaysia LNG plant.
India Refuses LNG Purchases from Sanctioned Russia's Arctic LNG 2 Project
India will not buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) produced from Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project, which is sanctioned by Western countries, Oil Secretary Pankaj Jain said on Friday.
Energy Transfer Subsidiary Selects KTJV for Lake Charles LNG Export Project
KBR has announced that KTJV, a KBR and Technip Energies joint venture, has been selected by Lake Charles LNG Export Company, a subsidiary of Energy Transfer LP, for its Lake Charles LNG transformation project.
Kimmeridge to Reduce Stake in Louisiana LNG Project to 51% After FID, CEO Says
Energy investment firm Kimmeridge Energy Management plans to reduce its stake in a Louisiana liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project to 51% down from 100% after it reaches FID next year.
Carlyle-backed Crescent Midstream to Develop $1 Billion Carbon Capture Project in Louisiana
Oil pipeline firm Crescent Midstream, which is backed by investment firm Carlyle Group, said it would jointly develop and construct a carbon capture and storage project in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Chevron Won't Invest in U.S. LNG Plant Construction, Citing Better Use of Capital
Chevron does not want to invest in the construction of U.S. LNG plants, as it is not the best use of the company's capital and it can easily sell its U.S. gas, said a top official on Thursday.
Kiewit, Venture Global LNG Settle Dispute Over Alleged Disclosure of Confidential Info to Shell
Construction contractor Kiewit on Thursday said it has settled a lawsuit with LNG developer Venture Global LNG over disclosures to Shell of information on the Calcasieu Pass LNG plant, the president of Kiewit Energy said.
Argentina's Reversion del Norte Pipeline Project Nears Completion After Successfully Crossing River
Argentina's 93-mile Reversion del Norte pipeline has overcome significant delays, reaching a key milestone by crossing the Tercero River. The project, crucial for gas supply to northern Argentina and exports to Bolivia and Brazil, is now on track for completion in late 2024.
ConocoPhillips CEO Calls for U.S. to End 'Crazy' LNG Permit Pause
ConocoPhillips CEO Ryan Lance on Tuesday called on the U.S. government to end "this crazy LNG (permit) pause" and allow the country to lead the liquefied natural gas industry.
Russia Approves Fuel Pipeline Project in Congo with 90% Stake
Russia has tentatively agreed to the construction of a fuel pipeline in the Republic of Congo, according to a government decree published late on Monday. The pipeline will link the western port of Pointe-Noire to the capital Brazzaville.
Woodside Energy Eyes Partners for Driftwood LNG, CEO Says
Woodside Energy is in discussions with onshore U.S. gas producers, pipeline companies and companies that share its outlook and view of liquefied natural gas to partner with its Driftwood LNG project, company CEO Meg O'Neill said on Monday.
Wood to Design DeLa Express Gas Pipeline Linking Texas to Louisiana
The 690-mile pipeline project being developed by DeLa Express LLC is proposed to deliver liquids-rich natural gas from the Permian Basin of West Texas to the U.S. Gulf Coast and international export markets.
Federal Judge Halts New Drilling Permits for Massive Wyoming Oil Project
A federal judge on Friday blocked new oil drilling permits from being granted for a 5,000-well oil and gas development project in Wyoming that was approved in the waning days of Republican former President Donald Trump's administration.

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