Shell Pipeline has received a very encouraging response to its non-binding solicitation of interest period for firm capacity on its proposed Westward Ho pipeline project.  The indicative response from shippers supports a 30-inch pipeline build from St. James, LA to the Port Neches/Nederland, TX area.  Based on the favorable response, Shell Pipeline plans to seek binding firm capacity commitments from shippers for the project through an open season in early 2012. 

Shell Pipeline’s Westward Ho project would enhance access for US Gulf of Mexico refiners to the anticipated increased domestic ...