API issues standards to improve pipeline safety
API has issued standards to improve safety of natural gas gathering pipelines.
Regulations & standards
API issues new pipeline standard to increase worker safety and environmental protections
The API has issued a new standard for pipeline inspectors to enhance safety and sustainability during pipeline construction.
PHMSA and TSA update pipeline security agreement
The PHMSA and the Transportation Security Administration have executed an updated annex to a 2004 MoU on pipeline safety.
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Peak Pipe Systems hosts safety event
The pipe manufacturer held a product familiarisation day to help increase awareness of the processes which must be adhered to in order to create safer material supply into the gas industry.
Critical safety proposal for pipelines announced by PHMSA
US Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao has announced a critical safety proposal for energy pipelines.
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approves Line 3RP revised FEIS
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approves the Line 3RP revised FEIS, and reaffirms its certificate of need and routing permits.
Lesson in training
Richard Norsworthy of Lone Star Corrosion Services addresses training in the pipeline industry.
API updates offshore safety and environmental management standard
API has published a significantly updated version of Recommended Practice 75.
New US pipeline safety legislation introduced
The SAFER Pipelines act will bring about new environmental and public safety benefits.
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Nord Stream continues to conform to the offshore standard
DNV GL reaffirms highest level of integrity of Nord Stream gas pipeline.
Discussions continue on potential collaborative efforts between NACE International and SSPC
The joint staff and leadership task group from the two organisations reconvened to continue discussion of a possible merger.
EEIA urges EPA to issue new rules for pipelines
EEIA cites the critical need for regulatory consistency when reviewing pipeline projects for compliance with federal water quality standards.
Bakken shale production growth to be constrained
According to a report by GlobalData, Bakken oil production is facing constraints due to flaring regulations and infrastructure bottlenecks in North Dakota.
Managing the Urban Infrastructure Crisis
Find out more about the catastrophic Kaohsiung pipeline case study, and what it can teach pipeline operators about inspection, integrity, maintenance and operation in urban environments.
NACE International and SSPC discuss mutual benefits
NACE International and SSPC progress discussions of potential partnership.