February 2021, Vol. 248, No. 2
Features
Managing Integrity for Subsea Pipelines Without Pigging
By Lloyd’s Register The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) estimates that 40% of the world’s pipelines are difficult to pig or are deemed “unpiggable,” which means they cannot be inspected via inline inspection (ILI). As a pipeline operator, you need to meet strict legislative and environmental requirements. You must demonstrate and document the safe performance of pipeline assets by assessing risk factors, performing inspections and implementing mitigation measures. But how can you effectively manage the integrity of subsea pipelines without pigging? Current Regulations Current pipeline safety regulations defined in the U.

Comments