Canadian pipeline operator Enbridge on Friday approved a US$1.4 billion expansion of its Mainline and Flanagan South pipelines , used to transport Canadian heavy crude from the oil sands to the U.S. Midwest and Gulf Coast.

The project adds additional capacity and broadens access to American-based refineries, improving the flow of oil sands crude to major export outlets.

The investment comes as Enbridge attempts to balance liquids growth with its push into natural gas utilities and low-carbon fuels.

Enbridge said Mainline Optimization Phase 1 (MLO1) will add 150,000 barrels per day to its Mainline network and 100,000 bpd to the Flanagan South Pipeline (FSP), with the additional capacity expected to come online in 2027.

“MLO1 adds capital-efficient and timely egress from Canada, suppor

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