Gulf Oil Pipes Swap Hands: Business as Usual
Published Date: 6/30/2025
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The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement wants to approve the sale of some pipelines in the Gulf of America. This means new owners might take over soon, which could change how these pipelines are managed. If you’re involved, keep an eye out for updates because this could affect operations and costs down the line.
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