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How to write a good survey that gets responses

Thu, 2 February 2012 Knowing your audience and marketing environment leads to more strategic marketing for strong results. This article shares top tips for writing a survey that audiences respond to, to make sure you get the information that you are looking for.

Construction contractor selected for Russian pipeline

Wed, 1 February 2012 Stroygazmontazh has been selected as a construction contractor for the second string of the Bovanenkovo – Ukhta gas pipeline.

South Stream gets fast-tracked

Wed, 1 February 2012 Following authorisation from Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, Gazprom has decided to fast-track the South Stream gas pipeline project.

Kenya and South Sudan sign MoU for pipeline construction

Wed, 1 February 2012 The republics of South Sudan and Kenya have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to build an oil pipeline from South Sudan to the Kenyan Port of Lamu.

Offshore connector to be part of gathering system expansion

Wed, 1 February 2012 Discovery Producer Services LLC, jointly owned by Williams Partners and DCP Midstream Partners, plans to expand its Discovery natural gas gathering pipeline system in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico.

See you on the road to PPIM

Wed, 1 February 2012 Take a detour down Houston’s I-10/Katy Freeway near Kirkwood to see our new Pipeline Pigging and Integrity Management Conference and Exhibition billboard – then make sure you register for the event!

Don’t miss out on exhibiting at Bahrain’s premier pipeline event

Wed, 1 February 2012 Be amongst the best at the first international conference and exhibition on Best Practices in Pipeline Operations and Integrity Management, to be held in Bahrain’s prestigious Gulf Convention Centre from 19–21 March 2012.

International wins for oil and gas company

Tue, 31 January 2012 GE Oil and Gas’ surface and subsea production equipment, control systems and services have been selected for the Nexen Golden Eagle Area Development project in the United Kingdom’s central North Sea, which involves pipeline infrastructure.

One of the longest offshore ILI contracts in US history awarded

Fri, 27 January 2012 Rosen has been awarded a record-breaking in-line inspection project for the Gulfstream pipeline in the Gulf of Mexico.

New concept may herald pipeline cost reductions

Mon, 23 January 2012 DNV has developed a new pipeline concept called X-Stream that can significantly reduce the cost of a deep- and ultra-deepwater gas pipeline while still complying with the strictest safety and integrity regime.

Keystone to re-apply for Presidential Permit

Thu, 19 January 2012 TransCanada has said it will re-apply for the Presidential Permit for the Keystone XL crude oil pipeline following the United States Department of State's decision to deny its original application.

In-line cleaning proves beneficial for Romanian pipelines

Thu, 19 January 2012 T.D. Williamson has completed an in-line crude oil pipeline cleaning and gauging operation in Romania, resulting in significant benefits in the form of increased product flow by reduced pipeline pressure for pipeline operator OMV-Petrom.

PRCI discusses 2012 research programme

Thu, 19 January 2012 The 2012 Pipeline Research Council International research programme has been initiated following meetings of its Pipeline Technical Committees.

How to effectively market your business in the pipeline industry

Thu, 19 January 2012 The high penetration rates and heavy use of the internet in in the world has led to a proliferation of new types of marketing tools that are the perfect complement to traditional marketing.

MoU signed for construction of Trans-Anadolu Gas Pipeline

Wed, 18 January 2012 Azerbaijan and Turkey have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for construction of the Trans-Anadolu Gas Pipeline.

South Stream receives Turkish approval

Wed, 18 January 2012 Turkey has granted all necessary and unconditional permits for the proposed South Stream gas pipeline, allowing construction to proceed.

Moroccan pipeline reaches completion

Wed, 18 January 2012 Circle Oil has completed construction of the new gas pipeline and associated infrastructure for its Rharb Basin permits in Morocco.

Partnership sees genesis of crude oil pipeline

Wed, 18 January 2012 Enterprise Products Partners and Genesis Energy plan to build a 240 km, 18 inch diameter crude oil gathering pipeline in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico.

Acquisition to fuel Caribbean gas pipeline progress

Wed, 18 January 2012 First Reserve’s Energy Infrastructure Fund has partnered with Beowulf Energy to acquire a majority stake in the Eastern Caribbean Gas Pipeline Co., which plans to construct an approximately 880 km subsea pipeline to supply natural gas from Tobago to other eastern Caribbean islands.

Mid-2012 could see Abu Dhabi pipeline operation

Wed, 18 January 2012 The United Arab Emirates Minister of Energy Mohammed Al-Hamli has said that the operation of the Abu Dhabi Crude Oil Pipeline Project could start as early as May or June, allowing oil exports to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

Get ahead in Amsterdam

Wed, 18 January 2012 Get ahead of the rest by upgrading your pipeline knowledge at two important pipeline industry training courses in Amsterdam, to be held from 23–27 January.

Increase your company’s profile at key Middle Eastern conference

Wed, 18 January 2012 Make sure your company is seen in the Middle East by taking advantage of the sponsorship and exhibition opportunities available at the inaugural Best Practices in Pipeline Operations and Integrity Management Conference and Exhibition in Bahrain, to be held from 19–21 March 2012.