News provided by Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP
Apr 01, 2025, 09:00 ET
HOUSTON, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Texas Gas Transmission, LLC (“Texas Gas”), a subsidiary of Boardwalk Pipelines, LP and a leader in reliable energy infrastructure, is announcing a non-binding Open Season for the Borealis Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion Project (“Borealis” or “Borealis Project”). This transformative project aims to bolster America’s energy future by tapping into the abundant Marcellus and Utica shale gas reserves, delivering reliable and affordable natural gas to meet the growing energy demand across our expansive footprint—from Ohio to Louisiana.
Project Overview
The Borealis Project enhances Texas Gas’ existing 5,975-mile pipeline network by connecting prolific Marcellus and Utica supply basins with growing demand markets. By utilizing the existing Texas Gas footprint and minimizing the need to construct new facilities, Borealis offers a streamlined, efficient expansion to create up to 2 Bcf/d of incremental transportation to markets from Ohio to Louisiana.
Texas Gas will also entertain bids to extend further upstream, connecting to Utica and Marcellus supply sources and enhancing access to these reserves. Together, these efforts ensure a dependable incremental flow of natural gas to fuel electric utilities, independent power producers, local distribution companies, producers, LNG exporters, industrials and data centers across our service territory.
“This project strengthens the link between some of America’s most abundant energy reserves and the communities and industries that rely on them every day,” said President and CEO, Scott Hallam. “It reflects Boardwalk’s ongoing commitment to meeting demand through innovative infrastructure solutions that create long-term value and meaningful impact.”
Key Benefits for Our CustomersReliable Energy for a Growing Nation: Borealis delivers a steady, reliable supply—ideal for electric utilities powering communities, independent power producers meeting peak demand, local distribution companies supplying residential, commercial and industrial end-users, producers seeking market access, data centers driving the digital economy, and LNG exporters supplying affordable energy around the globe.
Cost-Effective Solution: Leveraging Texas Gas’ existing footprint, Borealis minimizes costs and construction, which helps maximize value for shippers.
Critical Infrastructure: Borealis meets America’s surging energy demand with a timely and resilient solution that expands Texas Gas’ ability to provide reliable and robust service.
Non-Binding Open Season Details
Texas Gas invites interested parties to participate in this non-binding Open Season to express interest in firm transportation capacity on the Borealis Project. This process adheres to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission guidelines for interstate pipelines, ensuring transparency and equal opportunity.Open Season Period: Begins April 1, 2025, and ends at 5:00 PM CT on April 30, 2025.
Capacity Offered: Up to 2.0 Bcf/d of firm transportation service.
Term: 20-year preferred term, other terms may be considered.
Submission Process and Confidentiality Agreement: Participation in this non-binding Open Season will be considered confirmed upon the execution of a Confidentiality Agreement (“CA”). Additional project information, including proposed rates and terms, will be provided upon execution. To request a CA, please reach out to one of the contacts listed below.
Next Steps
Following this non-binding Open Season, Texas Gas will engage in further discussions with all participants who have executed a CA and may proceed to binding commitments.
Contact Us
For inquiries, to request a CA, or for additional information, please contact any of the following:Julianna Loucks, Director Business Development
Phone: (270) 688-6942
Email: [email protected]
Anthony Saputo, Manager Business Development
Phone: (713) 479-8026
Email: [email protected]
Shelley Frisby, Senior Vice President Business Development
Phone: (713) 479-8615
Email: [email protected]
SOURCE Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP