The process of constructing and maintaining pipelines is very complex. Throughout their lifetimes, pipelines require a multitude of surveys to guarantee their integrity. These various types of surveys are used to protect against common pipeline failures such as leaks, and they also work proactively to prevent disasters such as pipeline…

For any pipeline operating company, maintaining the integrity of its pipelines is a primary goal of the utmost importance. Pipelines require frequent inspections to prevent blockages and leaks, which can interfere with the flow of materials and even wreak havoc on the surrounding environment – whether that’s the natural world…

Differential global positioning system (DGPS) surveys are advanced geospatial data collection methods used to enhance the accuracy of location information, especially critical in areas like pipeline management within industries such as oil, gas, and utilities.   DGPS surveys correct systematic errors in standard GPS data, providing precise mapping of pipeline routes.…

ROVs, or unmanned, remote-controlled submersibles, are instrumental in carrying out complex tasks under challenging marine conditions, significantly enhancing the safety, efficiency, and quality of underwater inspections in the oil and gas industry.  Image via Unsplash  ROV pipeline surveys have significant advantages of ROV over human divers, and the technology, when…

When building a pipeline, many companies have environmental sustainability as their primary goal. Designating only low-risk, environmentally stable locations for construction guarantees longevity for your pipeline as well as for the surrounding ecosystem. And of course, the lifespan of your pipeline impacts your bottom line.   Picking the right pipeline route…

Pipeline systems serve as the lifeblood of our modern infrastructure, ferrying materials from water and gas to oil and waste. Pipelines are typically buried underground to safeguard these vital conduits from damage. So how far underground do they need to be?   The depth of cover is the vertical distance between…