A company based in British Columbia is part of a collaboration that has secured a significant deal for the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission project. The Surerus Murphy Joint Venture, involving the Nisga’a Nation and Western LNG, will construct the initial section of the new pipeline linking northeastern B.C. to Ksi Lisims LNG on the north coast.
Having previously worked on sections of the Coastal GasLink and TransMountain expansion projects and currently engaged in constructing the Eagle Mountain pipeline for Woodfibre LNG, the joint venture was selected for its extensive experience and local expertise in developing major infrastructure in B.C.
President of Surerus Pipeline, Sean Surerus, expressed enthusiasm for the project’s economic impact on the region and the province. Eva Clayton, president of Nisga’a Lisims Government, emphasized the commitment to involve Canadian businesses and local companies in the project, with a focus on Indigenous participation in hiring and contracting.
Swiss company Allseas will handle the subsea pipeline installation, while Surerus Murphy is tasked with constructing about 193 kilometers of pipeline between Chetwynd and Mackenzie, with operations near Highway 97 before heading towards the coast. The company’s familiarity with the challenging terrain ensures efficient management and mitigation of construction challenges.
Western LNG spokesperson Rebecca Scott indicated that a final investment decision for the Ksi Lisims project is expected by year-end, with half of the 12-million tonne annual output already secured by buyers. The positive decision would kickstart construction on the export facility and pipeline in early 2027, bringing numerous economic opportunities to the region.
The collaboration with experienced local companies underscores the commitment to maximizing benefits and opportunities for the northern communities eagerly awaiting the project’s development.