Governor Celebrates Natural Gas Expansion
October 15, 2009
BREWER – Governor John E. Baldacci today joined officials from Maritimes & Northeast Pipeline (Maritimes) and local officials from Brewer for the ribbon cutting ceremony of Maritimes’ expansion project. The completion of the Phase IV project enables Maritimes’ mainline capacity to double.
“Maine has taken a leadership role in diversifying our energy options,” said Governor Baldacci. “Maritimes natural gas pipeline corridor provides us with more fuel choices and more secure, reliable supplies. I especially appreciate Maritimes’ efforts to talk with and listen to its neighbors and the people affected by its projects to ensure the work gets done with as little impact as possible. The company takes the time to develop efficient, safe and environmentally sensitive projects.”
The Phase IV Project includes five new compressor stations, upgrades to existing stations and new pipeline. With completion of Maritimes’ Phase IV Project, the company has the capability and flexibility to expand as new supplies become available.
