North America
EQT Strikes 10-Year Gas Deals with Duke, Southern to Fuel Power Sector Shift
EQT has finalized two major gas supply deals with Duke Energy and Southern Company, committing 1.2 Bcf/d over 10 years. The contracts, set to begin in 2027, will route Appalachian gas through the Mountain Valley Pipeline to meet rising utility demand fueled by data centers and AI growth.
California Refinery Shutdowns Could Push Gas Prices Toward $8 Per Gallon
California drivers could face gas prices over $8 per gallon as two major refineries prepare to shut down. Lawmakers raise concerns over supply, affordability, and the impact of state climate policies.
Mitsubishi in Talks to Acquire $8 Billion U.S. Gas, Pipeline Assets from Aethon
Mitsubishi Corp. is in talks to acquire Aethon Energy’s U.S. shale and pipeline assets for $8 billion, potentially expanding its natural gas footprint near the Gulf Coast and adding over 1,400 miles of pipelines.
Chevron, Exxon Win Supreme Court Review in Louisiana Coastal Damage Case
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear an appeal by Chevron and Exxon aiming to shift Louisiana lawsuits over coastal and pipeline damage to federal court. The suits, filed by Plaquemines and Cameron parishes, seek billions for wetland restoration tied to decades of oil and gas activity.
Alberta Proposes New Oil Pipeline to BC’s Prince Rupert Port
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the province is developing a proposal for a new crude oil pipeline to the Port of Prince Rupert, aiming to secure a private sector partner and boost Canada's export capacity.
Trans Mountain CEO Urges Canada to Delay Pipeline Sale Until Utilization Rises
Trans Mountain CEO Mark Maki says Canada should wait before selling the expanded oil pipeline, citing uncertainty around capacity, tolling disputes, and future optimization plans. The government spent $25 billion on the project and aims to recoup that investment.
NextDecade Locks in $9 Billion EPC Deals with Bechtel for Rio Grande LNG Trains
NextDecade signed $9.1 billion in EPC contracts with Bechtel for the construction of LNG Trains 4 and 5 at its Rio Grande facility in Texas, advancing its expansion plans with financing and FID targets in sight.
Section 899 Could Undermine U.S. Oil Boom, Rattle Global Investors
A proposed U.S. tax could threaten billions in foreign energy investments from Shell, BP, and TotalEnergies, casting doubt on Trump’s pro-oil energy agenda.
Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
Cheniere Energy has filed with U.S. regulators to expand its Sabine Pass LNG terminal in Louisiana by adding three liquefaction trains, boosting capacity at the nation’s largest LNG export facility.
BLM Fast-Tracks Review of 74-Mile Montana Gas Pipeline Project
The Bureau of Land Management is conducting an accelerated review of a proposed 74-mile natural gas pipeline between Helena and Three Forks, Montana, aimed at expanding regional gas capacity.
Trigon to Build $750 Million LPG Export Terminal in Canada’s Prince Rupert
Trigon Pacific Terminals plans to build a $750 million LPG export facility in Prince Rupert, Canada, with operations expected by 2029, subject to regulatory approvals.
Court Ruling Allows MVP’s $500 Million Southgate Pipeline Extension to Proceed
A U.S. federal appeals court has rejected a challenge to the Mountain Valley Pipeline's Southgate extension, allowing the $500 million natural gas project from Virginia to North Carolina to proceed despite environmental opposition.
Developers Plan 18.7 GW in Gas Power Additions by 2028, EIA Says
U.S. developers plan to add 18.7 GW of natural gas-fired power capacity by 2028, including 4.3 GW already under construction, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Frustrated by Pemex, Hokchi Energy Tried to Shift Oil Sales to Its Trading Arm, Sources Say
Facing over $300 million in unpaid bills, Hokchi Energy tried to amend its contract to sell oil directly to Pemex’s trading arm, PMI, bypassing the state oil company, sources told Reuters.
Venture Global Scraps Delta LNG Plans to Prioritize Faster Project
Venture Global has withdrawn its application to build the Delta LNG export terminal in Louisiana, opting to focus on its faster-moving Plaquemines Expansion Project, according to a filing with FERC.
Texas Tightens Wastewater Well Rules, Raising Costs for Oil Producers
New wastewater disposal rules in Texas are expected to raise costs for oil producers, particularly in the Permian Basin, as regulators tighten injection limits to address seismic and environmental concerns.
Texas Gas Output Breaks Record in May as Crude Holds Steady
According to TXOGA’s estimates, Texas crude oil production remained steady at 5.7 million barrels per day in May 2025, while natural gas gross withdrawals rose to 36.9 billion cubic feet per day. Natural gas liquids (NGLs) production remained strong at 4 MMbbl/d.
Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
Great Basin Gas Transmission closed its Binding Open Season for the 2028 Expansion Project in Northern Nevada, drawing strong shipper interest for an estimated $800 million–$1.2 billion gas pipeline upgrade.
Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
Enbridge is partnering with Anax Power and Magellan Scientific to deploy emissions-free power systems at pipeline sites in Ontario and Pennsylvania, marking a first-of-its-kind installation in Canada.
U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
A new report finds that 80% of planned U.S. natural gas pipeline capacity—totaling 99 Bcf/d—is geared toward liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports rather than domestic energy needs, raising concerns over long-term emissions and consumer energy costs.
U.S. Jobs Report Spurs Oil Rally, Fuels Economic Recovery Hopes
Crude prices rose over $1 a barrel on June 6, marking their first weekly gain in three weeks, after a U.S. jobs report reinforced hopes for a Fed rate cut and stronger demand. Trade talks between the U.S. and China also lifted market sentiment.
WTI-Brent Spread Shrinks to 21-Month Low on U.S. Supply Concerns
The WTI-Brent crude spread narrowed to its tightest level since September 2023, driven by rising U.S. prices amid falling rig counts and Canadian supply cuts, signaling possible declines in U.S. oil exports.
Canada Confirms Work Has Begun on 559-Mile Prince Rupert Gas Pipeline
Canadian officials confirmed construction has begun on the 559-mile Prince Rupert Gas Transmission pipeline, ensuring the project's environmental certificate remains active as it moves forward to support LNG exports from British Columbia.
U.S. Gas Prices Near 3-Week High Despite Weaker Demand
U.S. natural gas prices held near a three-week high as falling output offset weaker demand forecasts tied to seasonal LNG plant maintenance. Futures remained steady, while exports and pipeline flows continued to fluctuate across North America.
Penn America CEO Meets with White House to Revive Pennsylvania LNG Terminal
Penn America Energy’s CEO visited the White House to advance plans for a Pennsylvania LNG export terminal, reviving a long-delayed project facing local opposition and political scrutiny.
NW Natural Expands Texas Footprint with $60 Million Hughes Gas Acquisition
NW Natural Holdings has acquired Texas-based Hughes Gas Resources for $60 million, expanding its regulated utility presence in the Houston area through SiEnergy.
ONEOK Takes Full Control of Delaware Basin JV in $940 Million Deal
ONEOK has acquired the remaining 49.9% stake in its Delaware Basin joint venture from NGP XI Midstream Holdings in a $940 million cash-and-stock deal, expanding its control over natural gas operations in West Texas and New Mexico.
Glenfarne’s Alaska LNG Project Attracts $115 Billion in Partner Bids
Glenfarne says over 50 companies have expressed more than $115 billion in strategic partner interest for its Alaska LNG project, which includes an 807-mile pipeline and a 20 mtpa export terminal.
U.S. Midstream Report: Natural Gas Pipeline Growth Drives 2025 Optimism
In this midyear outlook, P&GJ Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed highlights major pipeline projects in the Permian and Haynesville that signal growth in natural gas infrastructure. With LNG demand and political momentum driving new construction, optimism is returning to the U.S. midstream sector—even as permitting challenges persist.
Venture Global Begins Site Work on CP2 LNG Project After Federal Greenlight
Venture Global has begun site work at its CP2 LNG export facility in Louisiana after receiving final federal approvals from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the U.S. Department of Energy.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
- Tallgrass to Build New Permian-to-Rockies Pipeline, Targets 2028 Startup with 2.4 Bcf Capacity
- TC Energy Approves $900 Million Northwoods Pipeline Expansion for U.S. Midwest
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- Enbridge Adds Turboexpanders at Pipeline Sites to Power Data Centers in Canada, Pennsylvania
- Great Basin Gas Expansion Draws Strong Shipper Demand in Northern Nevada
- Cheniere Seeks FERC Approval to Expand Sabine Pass LNG Facility
- Heath Consultants Exits Locate Business to Expand Methane Leak Detection Portfolio
