Gator Express: More Gas Flow, No New Pipes Needed
Published Date: 3/12/2026
Notice
Summary
Venture Global Gator Express wants to boost its pipeline’s gas capacity by 627,000 dekatherms per day without building anything new, making the total capacity 4,567,000 dekatherms daily. This upgrade helps serve the Plaquemines LNG Terminal better using existing pipes, with no extra costs involved. People have until a set deadline to speak up or protest this change.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Pipeline Capacity Uprate for Plaquemines
If you live in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, the Gator Express Pipeline’s certificated capacity is being increased by 627,000 dekatherms per day to a new total of 4,567,000 Dth/day. The company says this uses existing pipeline facilities to provide additional firm transportation to serve the Plaquemines LNG Terminal, with no new construction and no associated project cost.
Public Filing Deadline and Participation
You can file a protest, motion to intervene, or comment about this request by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on May 8, 2026; there is no fee to file. Filings may be submitted via FERC eFiling (create an account) or by paper/mail using docket number CP26-104-000.
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