Coastal GasLink Phase 2
TC Energy (TRP) announced the approval of Coastal GasLink (CGL) Phase 2, following LNG Canada's Final Investment Decision. The project will nearly double the pipeline's capacity to 4.2 Bcf/d, transporting natural gas to global LNG markets. Construction is expected to start in early 2027, with completion in the early 2030s, creating jobs and benefiting local communities. The company's shares trade on TSX and NYSE under the symbol TRP.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
Phase 2 will double capacity, extending the pipeline’s role in delivering Canadian gas to global LNG markets, which may boost TRP’s long‑term earnings outlook.
Market read
The announcement signals a material expansion of North American gas export capacity, likely benefiting energy infrastructure equities and supporting LNG demand forecasts.
What to watch
Regulatory approvals, Indigenous partnership dynamics, and potential competition from alternative gas supplies.
Background
TC Energy (TRP) operates a broad network of pipelines across North America. The Coastal GasLink pipeline currently transports 2.1 Bcf/d to the LNG Canada facility in Kitimat.
Ticker impact
TC Energy announced Coastal GasLink Phase 2 will proceed after LNG Canada’s final investment decision, nearly doubling pipeline capacity to 4.2 Bcf/d.
likely upward pressure as investors price in higher future cash flows from the expanded pipeline.
The news is a first‑report primary disclosure of a large‑scale infrastructure project; the scale and strategic importance suggest a positive re‑rating.
Market effects
Strengthens the North American natural gas and LNG export sector, supporting related pipeline and LNG developers.
Positive for Canadian energy stocks and U.S. gas infrastructure exposure.
Adds supply capacity to meet growing global LNG demand, potentially easing price pressures.
Counterpoint
If construction costs overrun or demand softens, the expansion could become a financial drag.
Key entities
- CompanyTC Energy
Operator and co‑owner of the Coastal GasLink pipeline.
- Joint VentureLNG Canada
Project that approved the final investment decision, triggering Phase 2.


