Permian Highway Pipeline LLC (PHP) sanctioned a 550 MMcf/d natural gas expansion project to boost capacity for the 2.1 Bcf/d West Texas to Gulf Coast system.

Permian Highway Pipeline

Using additional compression, the final investment decision (FID) would boost deliveries from the Waha area of West Texas to mainline connections near Houston and Gulf Coast markets. Pending required approvals, the targeted start up is Nov. 1, 2023.

The sponsors noted that one aim is to help supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) export projects on the Gulf Coast. LNG growth has become paramount to help supply overseas markets hit by Russian sanctions. PHP is jointly owned by Kinetik Holdings Inc. (53.3%), Kinder Morgan Inc. (26.7%) and ExxonMobil (20%). 

“This expansion couldn’t come at a more critical time, as it will...