American Pipeline Contractors Association

09/01/2026

Summit Midstream Corporation announced this week that it has reached a final investment decision on a compression expansion of the Double E Pipeline that will add approximately 900 MMcf/d of natural gas transportation capacity from the Delaware basin to the Waha Hub in Texas. Pipeline & Gas Journal has the story.

"'The open season resulted in 550 MMcf/d of new long-term take-or-pay commitments which underpinned the final investment decision to move forward with the compression expansion,' Summit President and CEO Heath Deneke said.

"The expansion will include installation of a bi-directional mainline compressor station, along with new plant connections and related infrastructure. Summit expects the project to enter service in the fourth quarter of 2028, subject to FERC and other regulatory approvals."



https://pgjonline.com/news/2026/august/summit-midstream-approves-900-mmcfd-double-e-pipeline-expansion-to-waha?

Summit Midstream has reached FID on a Double E Pipeline compression expansion that will add approximately 900 MMcf/d of Permian natural gas capacity to Waha. The project is targeted for service in fourth-quarter 2028.

08/25/2026

Targa Resources last week announced plans to build three new natural gas processing plants and a new 70-mile pipeline in the Permian Delaware Basin, all targeting operations in the first half of 2028. Kelly Lippke reports for Energies Media.

"The three facilities—Wrangler, Ranger, and Ranger II—form the core of this expansion push. Once all three come online, they’ll combine for 825 MMcf/d of processing capacity. That’s a substantial addition to Targa’s existing Permian footprint, and it signals real confidence in sustained production growth across the basin.

"Alongside the plants, Targa announced a new 70-mile natural gas pipeline as part of its Bull Run residue system in the Permian Delaware. The pipeline carries natural gas from the new processing facilities to the Waha hub—a key pricing and distribution point in West Texas. Both the plants and the pipeline are targeting operations in the first half of 2028."

Targa Resources is making one of its biggest infrastructure bets yet in the Permian Basin. The company has plans to build three new gas processing plants.

08/17/2026

Consumers Energy said it is replacing 149 miles of natural gas pipeline across Michigan this summer, looking to modernize its statewide gas distribution system. Crews are replacing existing cast iron and steel pipelines, some of which are 100 years old. Underground Infrastructure Magazine has the story.

"'We work throughout the year to make sure we safely, affordably and reliably serve the 1.8 million homes and businesses that count on us,' said LeeRoy Wells Jr., Consumers Energy president of natural gas delivery. 'These upgrades are an investment in securing our system, serving our customers this year and for years to come.'"

Consumers Energy is replacing 149 miles of aging natural gas pipeline across Michigan this summer, including cast iron and steel lines dating back roughly a century.

08/04/2026

Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Shailesh Radhakrishnan, VP of Engineering and Technology at APCA member CRC Evans, to explore how the company is evolving from a traditional welding and coating specialist into a technology-enabled infrastructure partner. Check out From Welding to AI: How CRC Evans is Transforming Critical Infrastructure on the Pipeline Innovations TechTalk podcast.

At OTC 2026 in Houston, Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Shailesh Radhakrishnan, VP of Engineering and Technology at CRC Evans, to explore how the company is ev…

07/22/2026

FERC has approved the Leaf River Expansion Project, expanding its natural gas storage system by 19.18 Bcf of working gas capacity through the construction of a new storage cavern, expansion of two existing caverns, and installation of additional compression. Mary Holcomb has the story for Pipeline & Gas Journal.

"The Leaf River Expansion will increase Leaf River's ability to provide a variety of storage services to natural gas market participants in the region,' the Commission wrote.

"'Leaf River states that its storage services are needed to provide incremental storage capacity for natural gas-driven electric generation during extreme weather, and that local storage provides needed backstop supplies during periods of peak demand and to support the electric grid's increased uptake of intermittent energy resources.'"



https://pgjonline.com/news/2026/july/leaf-river-expansion-wins-ferc-green-light-for-mississippi-gas-storage-growth?

Leaf River Energy Center has secured FERC approval to expand its Mississippi natural gas storage facility, adding 19.18 Bcf of working gas capacity through new cavern development and facility upgrades.

07/21/2026

The Alberta Utilities Commission has approved ATCO's Yellowhead Pipeline project, a $2.9 billion natural gas infrastructure project that will support Alberta’s continued economic growth, industrial expansion, and rising energy demand. The project includes a 146-mile, 36-inch natural gas transmission pipeline from the Peers area to Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, along with a compressor station. Construction is expected to begin immediately. Pipeline & Gas Journal has the story.

"The Yellowhead Pipeline will help meet Alberta's growing need for safe, reliable and affordable energy while supporting continued economic growth across the province," [ATCO Energy Systems COO Jason] Sharpe said. "With our extensive natural gas infrastructure experience and strong partnerships with contractors, crews, communities and Treaty Six Nations, ATCO is ready to move this critical project into construction."

ATCO has received final regulatory approval for its 146-mile Yellowhead Gas Pipeline, paving the way for immediate construction on a major Alberta natural gas project.

07/14/2026

APCA sent comments to OMB this week concerning the ongoing Uniform Guidance overhaul and encouraged the office to preserve the flexibility needed to deliver infrastructure efficiently while maintaining appropriate oversight.

One theme runs throughout the comments: administrative burden matters. Every additional review, certification, reporting requirement, or approval process ultimately affects project schedules, construction costs, workforce deployment, and the amount of infrastructure taxpayers receive for every federal dollar invested.

APCA was joined in the comments by the Power and Communication Contractors Association
and the Independent Electrical Contractors.

"The coalition believes these recommendations will advance OMB's accountability objectives while promoting the timely delivery of federally assisted infrastructure projects that strengthen the nation's economy, improve the lives of the American people, and maximize the value of taxpayer investments.

"The coalition appreciates OMB's consideration of these comments and welcomes the opportunity to continue working with the administration as implementation of the final rule proceeds."

07/14/2026

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation recently announced the Florida Energy Pathway, a proposed $1.2 billion natural gas pipeline that will expand transportation capacity across South Florida and support growing energy demand. The project calls for construction of a 24-inch pipeline extending from Palm Beach County to Miami-Dade County. Underground Infrastructure Magazine has the story.

"Florida continues to lead the nation in population and economic growth, which drives increasing energy demand,' [Chesapeake Utilities Chairman, President and CEO Jeff] Householder said. 'Natural gas infrastructure expansions, including the Florida Energy Pathway project, play an important role in enabling regional growth, increasing natural gas capacity and supporting long-term energy independence.'

"'Florida Energy Pathway represents a long-term, regulated, organic growth opportunity and aligns strategically with our natural gas transportation expertise,' he said."



https://undergroundinfrastructure.com/news/2026/july/chesapeake-utilities-to-build-12-billion-florida-gas-pipeline-project?

07/13/2026

The 155-mile Texas Gateway natural gas pipeline has been placed under an accelerated federal permitting framework by the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council. The project would expand transportation capacity across Texas, Louisiana, and the U.S. Gulf Coast. Pipeline & Gas Journal has the story.

"The designation places the project under the federal FAST-41 permitting framework, which is intended to improve coordination, transparency and predictability for major infrastructure projects undergoing federal environmental review.

"Sponsored by Gulf South Pipeline Company LLC, the project includes approximately 155 miles of new 36-inch and 42-inch-diameter pipeline, a new compressor station in San Jacinto County, Texas, and upgrades to the existing Carthage Compressor Station in Panola County, Texas, and Magasco Compressor Station in Sabine County, Texas.

07/08/2026

As an extreme heat wave envelops much of the country, now is the perfect time to discuss the political and regulatory delays that impact the building of new infrastructure that could help provide relief to Americans throughout the country. Susan Waller, Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future, last week said that "natural gas production and infrastructure investment will help address the affordability crisis and deliver a balanced power grid to maintain both reliability and affordability for every American, especially during periods of extreme weather."

"Advancing permitting reform to build the pipes and wires quickly, in a balanced strategy of renewables and natural gas, can ensure every individual and business has access to safe, dependable power during times when they need it most."

(Washington, DC) – As extreme heat spreads across the country, Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future Executive Director Susan Waller issued the following statement: “In the midst of intense weather events across the country, it is critical that we examine the energy crisis that is affecting A...