Kinder Morgan announces $4.2 B investment in two new natural‑gas pipelines

On October 21, 2026 Kinder Morgan Inc. confirmed final investment decisions for the 434‑mile Permian Link and the 470‑mile Southeast Connector pipelines, together representing a $4.2 billion spend. The Permian Link will move up to 2.8 billion cubic feet per day of gas, while the Southeast Connector adds 2.6 bcf/d capacity. The projects lift the company’s project backlog to $14.4 billion and sent the stock up 2.1% in after‑hours trading.

The expanded backlog signals future revenue growth from additional transportation capacity, which may support the company’s dividend payout. The 2.1% share‑price gain shows investors reacted positively to the new projects.

  • 1Kinder Morgan announced a $4.2 billion investment in the two pipeline projects.
  • 2The Permian Link pipeline is 434 miles long and will transport up to 2.8 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d).
  • 3The Southeast Connector pipeline is 470 miles long and will add 2.6 Bcf/d of capacity.
  • 4The announcement raised Kinder Morgan’s project backlog to $14.4 billion.
  • 5Kinder Morgan’s shares rose 2.1% in after‑hours trading following the news.
  • 6The final investment decisions were announced on October 21, 2026.

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