Phillips 66, Kinder Morgan in Western Gateway 2nd Season

SECAUCUS, NJ (DTN) – Phillips 66 and Kinder Morgan Inc. have launched a second open season for the Western Gateway Pipeline to solicit additional shipper commitments for refined products, a news release from late last week said.

The companies are seeking to fill remaining pipeline capacity after an initial December solicitation confirmed significant market interest for the route connecting Texas to Arizona.

The project involves construction of a new pipeline from Borger, Texas, to Phoenix, Arizona, and reversing an existing Kinder Morgan line between Colton and Phoenix to enable westward flows.

Supply diversification will increase through expanded origin points in the Midwest, supported by the reversal of the Gold Pipeline which currently flows toward St. Louis.

Total capacity for the system is expected to be finalized after the second open season concludes on March 31, with binding long-term shipper commitments officially secured.