North America
Henry Hub Natural Gas Sets Single-Day Options Record Amid U.S. Cold Front
Henry Hub Natural Gas options reached a record 561,379 contracts on November 21, surpassing the previous high of 506,500 contracts set on November 14, 2018.
Vision RNG Signs 20-Year RNG Deal with Waste Connections in Nebraska
Once operational in 2027, the facility will inject the RNG into a nearby pipeline, providing transportation fuel and other sustainable energy solutions across the U.S.
Vivakor Completes Omega Pipeline Expansion in Oklahoma
Vivakor Inc. has finished expanding its Omega Pipeline System in Blaine County, Oklahoma. The project, which added two new gathering lines, was completed ahead of schedule and under budget.
BP Optimistic About Trump Presidency, Cites Faster Permitting
BP CEO Murray Auchincloss expressed optimism about the upcoming Trump presidency, expecting accelerated permitting and regulatory reforms to boost U.S. energy projects and infrastructure development.
CO2, Carbon Capture and What’s Next for Pipeline Construction
In the last two years, while the Biden administration has been embracing direct-air capture (DAC) hubs, Houston-based Occidental Petroleum Corp. (Oxy) and its one-time spinoff California Resources Corp. (CRC) have been leading increased industry interest in the transportation and storage of carbon in the transition to a zero-emissions energy world.
Midstream Prepares for Trump's Upcoming Regulatory Changes
This exclusive Pipeline & Gas Journal article examines the potential regulatory shifts under the Trump administration, with a focus on FERC's evolving role and potential changes to Biden-era policies.
EQT, Blackstone Forge $3.5 Billion Deal for Mountain Valley Pipeline Stake
(P&GJ) — EQT Corporation announced a $3.5 billion joint venture (JV) with Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) focused on midstream assets, including stakes in the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) and the Hammerhead Pipeline.
Trump Plans Aggressive LNG Export Expansion, Offshore Drilling Push
Donald Trump is preparing an extensive energy plan prioritizing LNG export permits and accelerating offshore drilling. The initiative aims to lift Biden's LNG permit freeze and expand U.S. natural gas dominance.
Freeport LNG's Texas Facility to Resume Full Operation After Emissions Incidents
All three liquefaction trains at Freeport LNG's export plant in Texas were expected to be back in service on Monday, according to preliminary data from financial firm LSEG.
Optimizing Gas Analysis in Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage
As the global demand for energy grows, so too does the need to transition toward sustainable energy sources. For many process manufacturers, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) is a central part of their efforts to reduce emissions of one of the most prevalent greenhouse gases (GHGs), carbon dioxide (CO2).
U.S. Reports 13.5 Tons of Deadly Gas Released at Pemex’s Texas Refinery Last Month
In October, Pemex's Deer Park refinery in Texas released 13.5 tons of deadly hydrogen sulfide gas, resulting in the deaths of two workers and injuries to 13 others. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board is investigating the incident, focusing on maintenance practices and emergency responses.
SGA Chair ‘Incredibly Bullish’ on Future of Natural Gas
Scott Hallam, who currently serves as Boardwalk’s president and chief executive officer, joined the organization in September 2023. He brings with him over two decades of upstream, midstream and downstream knowledge of the natural gas industry.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Surge 5% on Surprise Storage Draw, Colder Forecasts
U.S. natural gas prices surged 5% due to an unexpected storage draw and colder weather forecasts, marking their highest point in a year. Rising LNG export demand also contributed to the price increase.
Osaka Gas Says U.S. Sanctions on Gazprombank Won't Affect Russian LNG Purchases
Osaka Gas announced that U.S. sanctions on Russia's Gazprombank will not impact its LNG purchases from the Sakhalin 2 project. The Japanese utility clarified it doesn't use Gazprombank for transaction settlements.
Freeport LNG Liquefaction Train Shuts Down at Texas Export Plant After Malfunction
One of three liquefaction trains at Freeport LNG's export plant in Texas tripped offline on Wednesday, the company told state environmental regulators in a report on Thursday.
Progressive Pipeline Management Acquired by Platform Partners
PPM, known for its trenchless pipeline rehabilitation services, specializes in restoring aging natural gas distribution pipelines using cured-in-place-lining (CIPL) technology, which minimizes surface disruption.
Pennybacker Acquires Miami LNG, Appoints New Leader for Growth Push
Pennybacker Capital Management has completed its acquisition of a small-scale liquefied natural gas (LNG) business in Miami from New Fortress Energy.
INGAA Foundation Releases Environmental Inspector Best Practices Guide
The INGAA Foundation has released the Practical Guide for Environmental Inspectors, a comprehensive resource aimed at improving environmental oversight during the construction of gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.
WGLC 2024 Highlights Leadership Strategies for Women in Energy
The Women’s Global Leadership Conference celebrated its 20th year running as it kicked off on Nov. 19-20, once again bringing female leaders and industry experts from around the globe to discuss pressing concerns and shifts in the industry that are unique to the female experience.
U.S. Awards $2.2 Billion for Gulf Coast, Midwest Hydrogen Hubs to Advance Clean Energy
The U.S. Department of Energy is awarding up to $2.2 billion to hydrogen hubs on the Gulf Coast and in the Midwest to accelerate clean-energy development, aiming to boost industrial applications and address climate goals.
LNG Feedgas to Louisiana’s Plaquemines Plant Drives U.S. Total to 10-Month High
Feedgas to U.S. LNG export plants is poised to hit a 10-month high, driven by record flows to Louisiana's Plaquemines LNG plant as testing continues ahead of its anticipated launch. The U.S. remains the world’s leading LNG supplier, with exports fueling demand growth globally.
ONEOK Agrees to Sell Interstate Gas Pipelines to DT Midstream for $1.2 Billion
(P&GJ) — ONEOK has agreed to sell its three wholly owned interstate natural gas pipeline systems—Guardian Pipeline, Midwestern Gas Transmission, and Viking Gas Transmission—to DT Midstream for $1.2 billion in cash.
BP Delays Whiting Refinery Restart, Fuel Prices Rise in Chicago Market
BP has delayed the restart of a crude distillation unit and a coker at its 435,000 barrel-per-day Whiting, Indiana, refinery from maintenance, boosting fuel prices in the Chicago market, industry sources said on Tuesday.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Hit 5-Month High on Late-November Cold Snap Forecast
U.S. natural gas futures edged up about 1% on Tuesday to a five-month high, on forecasts for colder weather in late November that should boost heating demand and force utilities to start pulling gas from storage by the U.S. Thanksgiving Day holiday.
TC Energy Raises 2025 Profit Outlook Amid Natural Gas Demand, Updates on Mexican Operations
TC Energy forecasts a higher 2025 profit, driven by natural gas demand and growth projects, while providing updates on its Southeast Gateway pipeline and Mexican operations.
WGLC 2024 Opens with Strong Call for Women’s Leadership in Energy
The 20th annual Women’s Global Leadership Conference in Energy (WGLC) kicked off with a powerful opening session led by Alexandra “Alie” Pruner, Senior Advisor at Perella Weinberg Partners/TPH&Co.
Anaergia Secures 10-Year Contract to Operate California’s Largest Organic Waste-to-RNG Facility
The Rialto facility, located in Southern California, is the largest organic waste-to-renewable natural gas (RNG) plant in North America.
Carbon Mapper's Tanager-1 Flags, Mitigates Methane Leak in Permian Gathering Pipeline
A methane leak from a gathering pipeline in the Texas Permian Basin was swiftly mitigated after detection by the Tanager-1 satellite. Carbon Mapper's data, shared with agencies and operators, led to voluntary repairs, showcasing the critical role of remote sensing in midstream emissions management.
SoCalGas, NREL, and GKN Hydrogen Launch Hydrogen Storage Pilot Project
SoCalGas, GKN Hydrogen, and the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory have kicked off a pilot project to test an innovative hydrogen storage system at NREL's Flatirons Campus in Arvada, Colorado.
Enbridge Line 5 Project Advances with DNR Permits in Wisconsin
Enbridge's Line 5 relocation project in Wisconsin moves forward with key permits from the DNR, including approvals for wetland and waterway impacts. The 41-mile pipeline reroute aims to address environmental concerns while meeting state and federal standards.
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- Boardwalk Approves 110-Mile, 1.16 Bcf/d Mississippi Kosci Junction Pipeline Project
- Kinder Morgan Approves $1.4 Billion Mississippi Crossing Project to Boost Southeast Gas Supply
- Colonial Shuts Largest U.S. Gasoline Pipeline to Investigate Leak
- Tullow Oil on Track to Deliver $600 Million Free Cash Flow Over Next 2 Years
- GOP Lawmakers Slam New York for Blocking $500 Million Pipeline Project
- Enbridge Should Rethink Old, Troubled Line 5 Pipeline, IEEFA Says
- Energy Transfer Reaches FID on $2.7 Billion, 2.2 Bcf/d Permian Pipeline
- Polish Pipeline Operator Offers Firm Capacity to Transport Gas to Ukraine in 2025