Canadian Inventories Increase From August to September
Monday, September 23, 2024

Canada's primary underground propane inventories increased by 6.2% in September, according to the Canada Energy Regulator. The total represented a month-to-month increase of 98 Mcm. Compared to a year earlier, stocks were higher, with 15.5 Mcm, or 0.9%, more product on hand.

Propane storages in the West started September a bit higher at 1149.6 Mcm, which corresponds to 7.2 MMbbl, the agency reported. From August to September, volumes increased by 16.5 Mcm, or 1.5%, and were 137 Mcm more the year prior's level of 1012.6 Mcm.

PPATEC September 2024 Program Graduates Enter Pennsylvania Workforce
Friday, September 20, 2024
Fourteen students graduated from the PPATEC HVAC & Energy Professional Program on Sept. 13, many already securing jobs in the industry. The program prepares students for in-demand, well-paying careers, with several receiving scholarships to support their training.
ThompsonGas Acquires WTG Fuels' Delivered Fuels Business
Friday, September 20, 2024
ThompsonGas has acquired the propane, commercial motor fuels, and lubricants business of WTG Fuels, LLC. The acquired delivered fuels business will operate in Midland, Texas, under the continued leadership of the WTG Fuels team.
Tounge Associates Hires New M&A Senior Advisor
Monday, September 16, 2024
Tounge Associates has hired Matt Porter, the founder of Tidewater Oil Company, as a senior advisor to the company's M&A advisory team. In this role, Porter will assist Tounge Associates in guiding companies through the M&A process.
Mid-Month to Mid-Month: Mid-September Down From August
Friday, September 13, 2024
During the latest mid-month period, Mont Belvieu and Conway both experienced significant price decreases. Mont Belvieu postings fell 12.25 cents/gal, while Conway postings dropped 7.15 cents/gal, with spot prices following similar downward trends at both locations.
NPGA Receives $400,000 Training Grant
Friday, September 13, 2024
NPGA has received a large sum in a grant aimed at improving training opportunities around the safe handling and use of propane.
Vermont Clean Heat Standard to Raise Propane Prices
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Vermont's Clean Heat Standard would require propane importers to retire clean heat credits, raising costs by up to $2.12 per gallon. The Propane Gas Association of New England opposes the plan, citing harm to low-income communities.
Manchester Tank Unveils Redesigned Website to Enhance User Experience
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Manchester Tank & Equipment Co. has launched a redesigned website with improved functionality and easy access to product information. It features a "Configure Your Tank" tool for custom options and streamlined navigation for products, services and resources.
MFA Oil Acquires Propane Operations of Hamilton Produce
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
MFA Oil, a farmer-owned energy supply cooperative, recently announced they have acquired the propane operations of Hamilton Produce. The deal includes customer accounts, trucks, storage tanks an Ottumwa office and employees.
WPGA Sues CARB Over Forklift Rulemaking
Thursday, August 29, 2024

Last week, the Western Propane Gas Association (WPGA) filed a lawsuit in state court against the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in regards to the agency’s Zero-Emission Forklift Rulemaking, which was approved in June. This new CARB regulation will prohibit the production and sale of large, spark-ignited (LSI) forklifts for the California market, and require the early retirement of LSI forklifts currently in operation. Both the ban on new sales and the early retirement mandate will affect propane-powered forklifts and the businesses who rely on them.

Canadian Inventories Increase From July to August
Friday, August 23, 2024

Canada's primary underground propane inventories increased by 27% in August, according to the Canada Energy Regulator. The total represented a month-to-month increase of 335 Mcm. Compared to a year earlier, stocks were higher, with 191.8 Mcm, or 13.9%, more product on hand.

Propane storages in the West started August a bit higher at 1133.1 Mcm, which corresponds to 7.138 MMbbl, the agency reported. From July to August, volumes increased by 164.8 Mcm, or 17%, and were 256.7 Mcm more the year prior's level of 876.4 Mcm.

Update: Canadian Government Intervenes to End Rail Standoff
Friday, August 23, 2024

Update (Aug. 22, 4:30 p.m. CDT): Just moments ago, Canadian Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon invoked powers under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to intervene in the dispute that brought Canada's two largest railways to a standstill. The Ministry has imposed binding arbitration and will extend rail contracts in the meantime. Operations on both Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City are expected to resume in short order.

Gas Equipment Company, Inc. Expands to Mankato, MN with New Branch Opening
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Gas Equipment Company, Inc. proudly opened a new sales office and warehouse in Mankato, MN, on August 5, 2024, to better serve customers across Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wisconsin. The branch offers a full range of LPG, NH3 and Industrial Gas equipment, with a grand opening celebration scheduled for September 10, 2024.
J. J. Keller & ISEA Launch Collaborative PPE Pain Points Survey
Monday, August 19, 2024

NEENAH, Wis. and ARLINGTON, Va. — J. J. Keller & Associate, Inc., a leading provider of safety and compliance solutions, and the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) announced that that they have launched a collaborative study evaluating the day-to-day challenges EHS and safety professionals experience in personal protective equipment (PPE) program development, PPE purchasing, PPE training and ensuring proper use of PPE to keep employees safe.

Mid-Month to Mid-Month: Mid-August Down From July
Friday, August 16, 2024

During the latest mid-month period, prices at Mont Belvieu, Texas, decreased. The posted prices decreased 4.25 cents/gal, from July mid-month to August mid-month, and the spot prices decreased 6.125 cents. Conway, Kansas, postings decreased 3.9 cents/gal, and spots decreased 4.375 cents over the month.