May 28, 2026 [Storage Terminals Magazine]- Kinder Morgan’s Trident Pipeline project has officially moved into active construction phases in Southeast Texas, marking a significant milestone for one of the region’s major natural gas infrastructure developments.

Pipe stringing operations are now underway in Waller County as construction crews prepare for the next stages of welding and pipeline installation along the route.

The Trident Pipeline is planned as an approximately 220-mile natural gas transmission system featuring a 42-inch to 48-inch diameter pipeline. The project will connect the Katy area to the Port Arthur LNG corridor, supporting growing natural gas demand and expanding LNG export capacity along the Gulf Coast.

The development is expected to play an important role in strengthening Texas energy infrastructure while supporting the continued growth of the US LNG sector. Industry observers note that the project is likely to generate significant opportunities across pipeline construction, inspection services and non-destructive testing (NDT) activities as work progresses.

The pipeline is also expected to contribute to broader energy expansion initiatives across Texas, where continued investment in natural gas and LNG infrastructure remains a key driver of industrial growth.

As construction activities accelerate, the Trident Pipeline project further highlights the Gulf Coast’s strategic importance within the global energy supply chain and the ongoing demand for large-scale midstream infrastructure projects supporting LNG exports.