Observations reveal propane industry in transition

May 11, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Much like May’s annual running of the Kentucky Derby, the propane industry’s convention season has begun its 2023 sprint.

Photo of Ridley Island Propane Export Terminal courtesy of AltaGas Ltd.

AltaGas, Vopak form new joint venture for Canadian LPG export terminal

May 10, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Royal Vopak and AltaGas Ltd. are partnering on a new 50/50 joint venture to further evaluate development of the Ridley Island Energy Export Facility.

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NPGA evaluates options after FMCSA denies hours-of-service exemption

May 9, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration denied an application from the National Propane Gas Association for an hours-of-service special exemption.

This article is tagged with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), hours of service (HOS), National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), Steve Kaminski, truck drivers and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine, News

The ultrasonic meter measurement does not include mechanical or moving parts. (Image courtesy of Cavagna North America)

How meters measure gas

May 9, 2023 By Randy Warner

Randy Warner outlines what you need to know about gas meters, including the latest developments in measurement technology.

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Regional spotlight: Propane fuels the South

May 8, 2023 By Brian Richesson

Our quarterly series examines the unique geographical nature of the propane industry. This month, we look at the South.

This article is tagged with Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Energy Transfer, Enterprise Products Partners, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Mont Belvieu, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Permian Basin, Phillips 66, South Carolina, Southeast Propane Alliance, Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo, Targa Resources, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Metsa’s plans for facility expansion aim to improve throughput and product quality. (Photo courtesy of Metsa Tanks)

Metsa Tanks reveals long-term investment package

May 5, 2023 By Chris Lewis

Manufacturer Metsa Tanks will install new facilities, upgrade machinery and create 200 jobs as part of an investment package by its board of directors.

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Federal appeals court overturns Berkeley’s natural gas ban

May 3, 2023 By Brian Richesson

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit ruled unanimously that the city of Berkeley’s ban on natural gas in buildings violates federal law.

This article is tagged with California, energy, law, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), natural gas, propane legal issues and posted in Current Issue, From the Magazine, News

Propane Personality: Dan Richardson

May 2, 2023 By Chris Lewis

Dan Richardson, president and CEO of Conger LP Gas, discusses his leadership involvement, customer service and hobbies outside of work.

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LPG Spotlight: Star Gas Products

May 1, 2023 By Chris Lewis

The evolution of Star Gas Products, a New York-based propane retailer, has decades-long link to tank refurbishing company.

This article is tagged with LP Cylinder Service, LPG Spotlight, National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), New York, propane tanks, tank refurbishing and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

Faces & Places: April 2023

April 28, 2023 By LP Gas

This month, find images of propane industry professionals at the Propane Education & Research Council’s National Propane Education & Training Conference.

This article is tagged with Eastern Propane & Oil, Florida, Paraco Gas, Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), safety, safety and training, Virginia, Virginia Propane Gas Association and posted in Current Issue, Featured, From the Magazine

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