Key stakeholders of the oil and gas industry discussed pipeline design, engineering and project challenges and evaluated opportunities offered by new lucrative markets and emerging technologies at the Middle East Pipetech Conference under way in Abu Dhabi.

Hosted by EandP in association with Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company (Adma-Opco), Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Oil Operations (Adco), Zakum Development Company (Zadco), Borouge Shell, Saudi Aramco and Takreed, the exclusive two-day conference is being held at Hotel Sofitel.

Gathering over 300 professionals from 150  companies and 20 countries, the MiddleEast-Pipetech Conference explored the latest pipeline projects, effective methods for increasing the life of the pipelines and methods to tackle the technical and strategic challenges associated with securing supply to the region.

Rafeeq Kunhi, managing partner at EandP, said: “The need for sharing best practices and innovative techniques for oil and gas pipelines has become evident around the world due to the challenging conditions in present times. The MiddleEast-Pipetech is an important event for the pipeline community. It will serve as an idea bank that will inspire innovation and drive the exchange of best practice allowing the pipeline community to benefit from their experiences.”

Addressing key issues in light of the low crude oil crisis, the MiddleEast- Pipetech conference focussed on design and planning, fabrication and construction, pperations and integrity, rehabilitation techniques and life extension and leak prevention operating philosophy.

The MiddleEast- Pipetech Conference served as a platform for companies to connect, network and engage in fruitful dialogue that addressed the growing needs of the oil and gas pipelines.

The conference, the only event of its kind in the region, will provide unparalleled networking opportunities as well as informative technical presentations, panel discussions and project updates on the latest trends and opportunities in oil and gas pipelines. - TradeArabia News Service