FERC Approves Proposed Cameron LNG Terminal Expansion
Posted on Jan 22, 2007 in Federal Regulation, Regas Terminals & Capacity, Storage | Comments Off on FERC Approves Proposed Cameron LNG Terminal Expansion
In an order issued on January 18, FERC approved the proposed expansion of Sempra’s Cameron LNG terminal. The proposal calls for an increase in regasification capacity from 1.5 Bcf/d to 2.65 Bcf/d, as well as the construction of a fourth 160,000 m3 storage tank. FERC also authorized the potential use of alternative technology to process gas capable of meeting uniform pipeline...
PHMSA Issues Security Bulletin for LNG Facility Operators
Posted on Dec 29, 2006 in Federal Regulation, Safety & Security, Storage | Comments Off on PHMSA Issues Security Bulletin for LNG Facility Operators
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) yesterday issued an advisory reminding all U.S. LNG facility operators to comply with federal safety standards that require operators to implement security measures to deter intruders at LNG terminals, facilities, and peak-shaving plants. The bulletin provides “lessons learned” from the security breach at...
KeySpan Contemplating Whether to Appeal or Pay Fine
Posted on Dec 21, 2006 in Safety & Security, State and Local Issues, Storage | Comments Off on KeySpan Contemplating Whether to Appeal or Pay Fine
A KeySpan spokesperson says “no final decision has been made” yet regarding whether to appeal or pay a fine levied by the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Energy following a security breach at the company’s storage facility in Lynn this past August. The Daily Item reports that KeySpan must decide on a course of action by Jan. 8. According to a DTE...
KeySpan Fined $250,000 For Security Breach
Posted on Dec 11, 2006 in Safety & Security, State and Local Issues, Storage | Comments Off on KeySpan Fined $250,000 For Security Breach
The Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Energy has fined KeySpan $250,000 after the agency found safety violations linked to an Aug. 16 security breach at the company’s LNG storage facility in Lynn, Mass. KeySpan has 30 days to review and respond to the state order. Read more in The Daily...
Permit Issued for Proposed Idaho LNG Storage Facility
Posted on Dec 5, 2006 in Blog, LNGLawBlog, State and Local Issues, Storage | Comments Off on Permit Issued for Proposed Idaho LNG Storage Facility
The Madison County Planning and Zoning Commission in Idaho has issued a conditional use permit for Intermountain Gas’ proposed LNG storage facility. Construction is slated for next spring, pending approval from the Madison County commissioners. Some residents have expressed concern that the facility will reduce property values in the area. The Associated Press article is carried...
Lynn City Council Postpones Vote on LNG Security Ordinance
Posted on Nov 15, 2006 in Policy, Legislation and Politics, Safety & Security, State and Local Issues, Storage | Comments Off on Lynn City Council Postpones Vote on LNG Security Ordinance
The Lynn City Council postponed for the second time a vote on an ordinance that directs KeySpan to implement specific security measures at its LNG storage facility in Lynn, Mass. The feasibility of a provision requiring KeySpan to connect the facility’s security feed to the Lynn Police Department is still under review, among other items. “I think it would have been...