Features
LNG Growth and Rising Demand Reshape Natural Gas Infrastructure Priorities
In this SGA interview, Chair Shawn Patterson discusses how LNG growth, data center demand and reliability pressures are reshaping natural gas infrastructure priorities.
Collaboration Gaps in Facility Design Lead to Costly LNG and Pipeline Errors
Misalignment between engineers and operators is driving costly design mistakes in LNG and pipeline projects, highlighting the need for stronger collaboration and accountability.
Fugitive Emissions Control Emerges as Low-Cost Opportunity for Canada’s Pipeline Sector
Targeting fugitive methane emissions from pipelines offers a low-cost, high-impact path for Canada to balance growing gas production with its sustainability and net-zero goals.
Linear MMO Anodes Improve Cathodic Protection for Congested Plant Piping Systems
Linear MMO anode systems are improving cathodic protection performance in congested plant piping environments, addressing current distribution, isolation and stray current challenges.
Zero-Emissions Actuation Options Expand for Remote Gas Transmission Networks
New zero-emissions actuation technologies are helping gas transmission operators meet EPA regulations while maintaining performance in remote, high-torque pipeline applications.
Automatic Pig Valve Launchers Enable Simplified Pigging Automation for Remote Pipelines
Automatic pig valve launchers enable simplified pigging automation, reducing site visits, costs and emissions for high-frequency and remote pipeline operations.
Build A Proactive Geohazard Management System Through Advanced Data Analytics
Advanced data analytics can help pipeline operators better identify geohazard risks, connect terrain movement with integrity data and prioritize areas for field review.
Combined Surge, Seismic Loads Increase Stress Risks in Buried Pipeline Bends
Combined surge and seismic loading can significantly increase stress at buried pipeline bends, highlighting the need for targeted reinforcement and improved soil support in high-risk environments.
What's New
New Technologies Advance Pipeline Monitoring, Automation and Energy Efficiency
New products across the pipeline sector highlight advances in subsea monitoring, satellite analytics, actuator control, energy recovery and drone-based inspection.