Nov 21, 2019
NOV wins contract for flexible pipe, ancillaries in Norwegian North Sea
Oil and Gas News
Nov 20, 2019
Pipelines
UK-based oil and gas producer Energean has submitted applications to import and supply natural gas to Cyprus, commencing in 2021.
The submission of these applications to the Republic of Cyprus follows the Karish to Cyprus Preliminary Pipeline Development Plan, which has already been presented to the Cyprus Energy Regulatory Authority.
According to the development... [Read More]
Features
Nov 20, 2019
Ray Mouw, business development manager at Morgan Advanced Materials’ Technical Ceramics business, explains why magnesia stabilised zirconia ceramic components will be vital for pumps that work in harsh environments, such as oil and gas, and crude oil extraction.
It goes without saying that crude oil is a valuable, or perhaps more accurately an invaluable product,... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 20, 2019
Other
US-based technology company United Electric Controls has demonstrated wireless gas detection solutions for the power industry, including new ammonia and hydrocarbons sensor head options for its Vanguard WirelessHART gas detector.
Wireless gas detection has the ability to reduce compliance costs and improve safety by eliminating the need for wiring and terminations,... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 19, 2019
Pipelines
Eddyfi Technologies has recently launched an improved Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) inspection system, which builds on a decade of field experience with the company’s Silverwing Pipescan to elevate the technology to a new level for rapid screening of corrosion in ferrous pipes and surfaces.
The new Pipescan HD™ solution offers high resolution, combined with encoded... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 19, 2019
Pipelines
Crescent Point Energy has agreed to sell certain gas infrastructure assets in Saskatchewan, Canada to Steel Reef Infrastructure for a total of $500 million (€452 million).
"Through the sale of these gas infrastructure assets, we will unlock value for our shareholders and further strengthen our financial position,” said Craig Bryksa, president and CEO of Crescent... [Read More]
Water/Wastewater News
Nov 18, 2019
Pumps
Operational staff from the UK’s Environment Agency (EA), assisted by the military and emergency services, are working 24/7 to reduce the water levels in flood-hit communities in South Yorkshire, following heavy rainfall.
A total of 38 pumps have been installed across South Yorkshire, including at eight locations in the Fishlake area, moving 50 million litres of water... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 18, 2019
Pipelines
New federal pipeline safety legislation recently introduced in the US is expected to bring about considerable environmental and public safety benefits for American citizens.
The Safe, Accountable, Fair and Environmentally Responsible (SAFER) Pipelines Act of 2019 – bill HR 5120 – was authored by Representatives Peter DeFazio and Frank Pallone. It is expected to... [Read More]
Water/Wastewater News
Nov 15, 2019
Pipelines
Irish Water has received the go-ahead for its Greater Dublin Drainage (GDD) project in North Dublin, in the form of planning permission from An Bord Pleanála.
Anticipated population growth and increased commercial activity means that the volume of wastewater generated in the greater Dublin area will increase by more than 50% in the next 30 years.
The provision of... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 15, 2019
Flowmeters
Emerson has launched a new service that leverages cloud-based technologies to remotely monitor the performance of flowmeters at the wellhead, helping oil and gas producers optimise production while reducing costs and enhancing safety.
The Roxar 2600 Multiphase Flow Meter Performance Monitoring service provides operators with actionable recommendations to optimise meter... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 14, 2019
Pipelines
IGI Poseidon, a 50/50 joint venture between DEPA and Edison, has agreed to cooperate with Israel Natural Gas Lines (INGL) on the EastMed pipeline project.
The two companies will work on the joint development of the pipeline, which aims to transport gas resources from the Eastern Mediterranean to Europe. They will also form a joint working group and steering committee... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 14, 2019
Pipelines
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) together with the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) has warned pipeline industry leaders of the physical and cyber threats to US energy infrastructure.
On 6 November, FBI Houston’s Special Agency in Charge (SAC) Perrye Turner welcomed representatives from the NCSC, the US Department of Energy (DOE), the... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 14, 2019
Valves
Earlier this year, Dover Precision Instruments’ subsidiary Cook Compression celebrated the opening of its satellite service facility in Sicily, Italy to support to reconditioning of compressor valves for ISAB, part of Lukoil Oil, as well as other refineries in the region.
ISAB has now awarded Cook Compression a multi-year contract to provide technical support, reconditioning... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 13, 2019
Pipelines
Advanced materials and specialty chemicals company Solvay has partnered with Baker Hughes to advance the use of thermoplastic composite materials in offshore flexible pipes and risers for the oil and gas industry.
Thermoplastic composites enable the adoption of flexible risers for ultra-deep waters, while requiring lower total expenditure than conventional technologies.
“It’s... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 13, 2019
Pipelines
The US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has recently signed a letter of interest to finance a natural gas pipeline in southern Mexico.
The agreement for the pipeline, which will be developed by Rassini S.A.B de C.V., was signed by DFC CEO Adam Boehler during a recent visit to Mexico. The announcement follows a joint declaration by the US and Mexico... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 13, 2019
Pipelines
Aberdeen, UK-based STATS Group has signed an exclusive partnership with Safari Oil and Gas in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), under which its patented range of pipeline isolation and intervention technologies will be promoted.
The agreement follows the completion of a successful isolation workscope, which was carried out on behalf of Saudi Aramaco and which used... [Read More]
Oil and Gas News
Nov 12, 2019
Other
Oil and gas companies are analysing operational data using virtual reality (VR) to enhance their decision-making capabilities, according to data and analytics company GlobalData.
The ‘Virtual Reality in Oil & Gas’ report explores the different ways in which oil and gas companies are deploying VR technology to fast-track the process of hydrocarbon discovery,... [Read More]
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