Pipelines are needed to transport raw materials from the areas of production, which are sometimes very remote, to the refineries and chemical plants across the U.S. Then, they move the finished products to gasoline terminals, natural gas power plants and other end users.

How is pipelines beneficial to us?

Pipelines deliver the benefits of affordable energy, helping us get where we need to go and making life more convenient. Having plentiful energy delivered by our pipeline network means we never have to go far to fill up our tank, helping make our busy lifestyles a little more manageable.

Why is pipeline transport important?

Pipeline transportation has numerous advantages such as flexibility, complete automation of loading and unloading operations, flexibility, low operating costs, and environmental friendliness. Pipelines are ideal for unidirectional flow of goods and inflationary influences have minimal effect on the transport cost.