Regulations & standards

Influential forum reports early success in tackling subsea challenges related to ageing offshore infrastructure.

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen oil and gas industry CEO Chris Wright as his next energy secretary, with Trump seemingly intent on fulfilling his election promise to increase exploration and production.

Pipeline Research Council International’s (PRCI) Emerging Fuel Institute (EFI) group has published a Consensus Engineering Requirement report for pipelines in hydrogen and hydrogen blend service.

APA Group announced that it has welcomed the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) draft decision released 9 October 2024 following its review of the form of regulation to apply to the South West Queensland Pipeline (SWQP).

OPITO launches new energy industry council to address skills gap and competence challenges.

ATCO Energy Systems has announced the filing of a comprehensive regulatory application that establishes the need for the Yellowhead Mainline natural gas project and represents the first of two applications to the Alberta Utilities Commission.

TC Energy's Coastal GasLink pipeline in western Canada has been fined CAN$590 000 for 10 environmental non-compliance penalties, reports Reuters.

AMPP has announced that all AMPP members can now access the latest standards as part of their membership at no additional cost.

A US appeals court tossed out several natural gas pipeline safety standards adopted by President Joe Biden's administration following industry criticism, reports Reuters.

Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) has announced the approval of Phase 4 of its Steps to Advance Virginia’s Energy (SAVE) Plan.

Biden-Harris administration awards more than US$40 million to support firefighters, first responders, and improve pipeline and hazardous materials safety.

PHMSA announces that current and future recipients of its NGDISM grants will be able to take advantage of a new, streamlined federal environmental review process.

Director of Yazoo County Emergency Management Agency Jack Willingham recognised for his efforts to collaborate with and support training of first responders along the expanding network of CO2 pipelines in the US.

McElroy recognised for its commitment to workplace safety.

Report reflects new and expanded disclosures regarding methane emissions, evaluation of greenhouse gas reduction opportunities, and diversity initiatives.