Name of the Project
MVP Southgate project.

Location
Virginia and North Carolina, in the US.

Project Owner/s
Mountain Valley Pipeline.

Project Description
Southgate is designed to transport 10.62-million cubic metres of gas a day.

The project includes the construction and operation of 118 km of 41-cm- and 61-cm-diameter interstate natural gas transmission pipeline in Virginia and North Carolina.

Also proposed is the construction and operation of the Lambert compressor station, in Virginia; four new meter stations; interconnects and taps; four pig launchers and receivers at three locations; eight mainline valves; and other associated facilities.

Potential Job Creation
During peak employment, the MVP Southgate project is expected to support 570 jobs in Virginia and 1 130 jobs in North Carolina, including direct, indirect and induced jobs.

Capital Expenditure
The project is estimated at $468-million.

Planned Start/End Date
The project has an in-service date in the fourth quarter of 2020.

Latest Developments
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission says the project will result in some adverse environmental impacts, but these will be reduced to less-than-significant levels.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.

Contact Details for Project Information
Mountain Valley Pipeline, email mail@mvpsouthgate.com.