Pipeline & Gas Journal's 2009 International Pipeline Construction Report

摘要

International pipeline projects again indicate a much higher number of planned pipelines vs. actual construction. This is reflected in P&GJ's survey figures that indicate 85,076 miles of pipelines are under construction and planned. Of these, 17,941 miles account for pipelines in various stages of construction, while 67,135 miles are planned projects.rnCurrent figures show pipelines in the engineering and design phase rose 15,979 miles over the past year, from 51,156 to 67,135. Conversely, the number of actual pipeline miles under construction fell from 19,015 to 17,941 miles in the same period.rnDespite the fall in new pipeline construction miles, the international sector could see a record number of new pipeline miles constructed in the coming years. Construction ofrnmany long-planned projects is expected to be driven by higher energy prices and growing energy consumption.