March 18, 2024

Richmond mayor welcomes delay in YVR jetfuel pipeline assessment

Richmond's mayor says it's good news the B.C. government has suspended its work on a project to pipe jet fuel to YVR. Malcolm Brodie and council have long opposed the plan to transport fuel along the south arm of the Fraser River, which is currently in the environmental assessment stage. "So for the minister of the environment to postpone a … [Read more...]

Assessment delayed for YVR jetfuel pipeline

New developments in the YVR jetfuel pipeline saga. The airport's fuel facilities corporation has been granted a suspension in its 180-day environmental assessment, citing the need for more time to carry out studies. The proposal is for a pipeline to run under Highway 99, with an offloading facility on the south arm of the Fraser River. Carol Day … [Read more...]