US-based Sunoco Logistics Partners has invited companies to commence open bidding for its Mariner East 2 pipeline project in the eastern US.
The pipeline will supply natural gas liquids from processing facilities constructed in the Marcellus and Utica shale areas in Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Eastern Ohio to the firm’s Marcus Hook industrial complex on the Delaware river, approximately 300 to 400 miles from the production region.
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The pipeline is expected to commence operations in early 2016.
Sunoco Logistics Partners president and CEO Michael Hennigan said that the company is optimistic about production growth from the Marcellus and Utica Shales.
"We are proceeding with the open season as we have received considerable market interest to develop this project to provide producers with several marketing options for their expanding production," Hennigan said.
"As a result, Mariner East 2 would provide the highest value option for producers in this region as an export solution on the East Coast."
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By GlobalDataSunoco also believes that the 800-acre Marcus Hook site is well positioned for further NGL processing.
The company will make a priority firm service available to shippers making long-term volume commitments during the open season.
Sunoco owns and operates a logistics business, including a diverse portfolio of complementary crude oil and refined product pipeline, terminalling, and acquisition and marketing assets.
Image: Sunoco begins open season for Mariner East 2 pipeline project. Photo: courtesy of Magnus Manske.
