Tellurian Inc.
TELL
discarded its plan of developing the Permian Global Access Pipeline (“PGAP”) worth $4.2 billion in Texas and Louisiana, following the departure of CEO Meg Gentle from the company.
Tellurian stated that it revoked its application from U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (“FERC”) review as the liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) industry is facing intense pressure due to the pandemic-induced demand reduction that caused global energy prices to collapse. The company further mentioned that Gentle’s decision to discontinue was due to the company’s failed attempt to secure effective commercial support for the clearance of its massive, long-planned Driftwood Project in Louisiana.
The Permian pipeline, which is a 625-mile natural gas pipeline, is expected to carry up to 2.3 billion cubic feet (“bcf”) of gas per day from the Permian shale in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico to Southwest Louisiana. Beside this, the U.S. LNG developer also intended to build other natural gas pipelines, namely the Driftwood Pipeline, with a carrying capacity of 4 bcf, as well as the Haynesville Global Access and Delhi Connector Pipeline, each holding a capacity of 2 bcf per day.
Given the uncertain times, Tellurian believes that the current state of business does not support the economic thresholds to proceed further with the PGAP project. The great plunge in energy prices, reduced consumption and the slow transition toward alternative energy caused a declining prospect for LNG exports. However, Tellurian is confident that the project will prove beneficial over time. Importantly, the company mentioned that if market conditions pick up and need an additional transportation solution, it will host new open season for prospective buyers along the project route.
Company Profile
Headquartered in Houston, TX, Tellurian is a liquefied natural gas developer. Its shares have gained 59% in the past six months.
Zacks Rank & Stocks to Consider
Tellurian currently carries a Zack Rank #3 (Hold).
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