Episodes

Amy Andryszak, President and CEO of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), joined Pipeline & Gas Journal to discuss the North American Midstream Infrastructure Report, which estimates that more than $1 T in midstream capital investment will be needed across the U.S. and Canada through 2052. Andryszak explains why the report uses a 2052 horizon and what is driving the investment figure. She also looks at how data center growth and LNG exports are shaping demand and where the m...

Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Paul McShane, president of CRC Evans EMEA, at the opening of the company's new Burnley facility in England. Paul explains why CRC Evans doubled its footprint in the town where it has operated since 1988, and how the site will serve as a Centre of Excellence for specialty welding and coating work outside North America. He walks through the four quadrants of the building, from engineering and pre-qualification testing to industrial coating and a clean room, and...

PTC didn't start in Berlin, and it didn't start with 1,000 attendees. Dennis Fandrich, Managing Director of EITEP Institute and Chairman of the Pipeline Technology Conference, joins Kate Stratogianni, Chair of Young Pipeline Professionals Europe (YPPE), to walk through how the show grew and how the industry is bringing in its next wave of talent. In this conversation: The origin story, from a 120-person conference inside Hanover Messe in 2006 to a 1,000-attendee event in Berlin Why Berlin wo...

Recorded live at YNOW2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana, this episode features Sam Hassan, Product Manager at Yokogawa. Hassan discusses the EJX S Series, Yokogawa's new flagship pressure transmitter line succeeding the long-running EJX A and what 30-plus yrs of silicon resonant sensor development brought to the new design. The conversation covers what improved precision means for pipeline and plant operators, how rangeability of up to 400:1 changes transmitter specification and deployment, where ea...

This episode examines severe sour service, one of the pipeline industry's most technically demanding challenges. Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Calum MacLean, Head of Welding Engineering, and Tom Feteris, Offshore Director, both of CRC Evans, to discuss why rising hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) concentrations, deeper water and harsher operating environments are pushing operators toward more experienced engineering partners. The conversation covers what separates severe sour projects from conventio...

In this episode, we sat down with Jim Welty, President of the Marcellus Shale Coalition (MSC), to unpack the infrastructure gap holding back the Marcellus and Utica shale plays. Welty explains why Pennsylvania producers face steep price discounts despite leading the nation in natural gas output, and why the Northeast has lagged behind the South Central U.S. in pipeline buildout even as Gulf Coast LNG demand drives new capacity elsewhere.

In this episode, Laurie Knape (Program Manager, API Pipeline Safety Management System Assessments), Jason O'Flaherty (Risk Analyst, Marathon Petroleum) and David Pearce (Manager of Finance and Operations, Parker Stockstill Construction) examine how safety management systems (SMS) function across the pipeline sector. The discussion spans an operator's experience scaling an SMS program, the distinct challenges small and mid-size contractors face in adopting these frameworks and methods for measuri...

In this episode, Rob McGreevy, CPO of AVEVA, discusses how AI and digital twins are reshaping midstream pipeline operations, the shift from scheduled to predictive maintenance and the real-time data architecture—sensors, edge computing, SCADA and cloud platforms—needed to make it all work.

Pipeline right-of-way management has evolved far beyond routine vegetation clearing. In this episode of Pipeline Innovations Tech Talk, we sit down with Brent Oberlink, owner of Lanracorp, to discuss how integrated vegetation management (IVM) is helping operators improve safety, reduce long-term maintenance costs and strengthen pipeline integrity. The conversation explores the growing importance of proactive rights-of-way (ROW) management, the impact of extreme weather on maintenance strategies,...

In this episode, cybersecurity expert Paul Smith, Honeywell Technologies, discusses the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, the impact of artificial intelligence on cyber threats and strategies for industrial cybersecurity resilience. A must-listen for industry professionals aiming to stay ahead in cybersecurity.

As electricity demand accelerates due to AI data centers, industrial reshoring and increasing electrification, the need for reliable natural gas infrastructure has never been greater. In this episode, Pipeline & Gas Journal sits down with Dena Wiggins, President & CEO of the Natural Gas Supply Association (NGSA), to discuss the policy and infrastructure challenges shaping the future of U.S. energy. The conversation explores why permitting reform has become a critical issue for maintaining grid r...

Gas pipeline operators are facing unprecedented challenges—from increasing system complexity and evolving energy demands to pressure on safety, reliability and emissions performance. In this episode, we sat down with Adam Harris, Global Vertical Market Leader, Pipelines and Terminal at Honeywell Process Automation, to explore how leading operators are adapting through digitalization, predictive operations, network optimization and practical applications of AI. Learn how integrated technologies a...

This episode explores the development and importance of the new API bolted flange joint (BFJ) certification program, featuring insights from industry experts Andri Orphanides, Director of Individual Certification Programs, API, and Andy Smith, Director of Training, VSP Technologies. Learn about the BFJ certification program, the certification process, and industry impact and importance of bolted flange joint competency.

In this episode, we sat down with Vinay Baburao, Director of Digital Transformation at CRC Evans, to discuss how the company’s proprietary DATA 360 platform is redefining pipeline and critical infrastructure delivery. The conversation explores how real-time visibility, AI-driven analytics, automated compliance tracking and full lifecycle traceability are helping operators and contractors reduce manual processes, improve QA/QC assurance and make faster, more informed decisions across complex ener...

At OTC 2026 in Houston, Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Shailesh Radhakrishnan, VP of Engineering and Technology at CRC Evans, to explore how the company is evolving from a traditional welding and coating specialist into a technology-enabled infrastructure partner. With nearly 90 yrs of industry experience, CRC Evans is leveraging AI, machine learning, predictive analytics and digital platforms to improve project transparency, quality assurance and operational efficiency across critical ene...

Recorded live at the Pipeline Technology Conference (PTC) in Berlin, Germany, this episode dives into the evolution of one of the world’s premier pipeline industry events and the growing movement to empower the next generation of pipeline professionals. Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Dennis Fandrich, Managing Director of EITEP and Chairman of PTC, alongside Kate Stratogianni of Rosen and Young Pipeline Professionals Europe (YPPE), to explore how a small technical conference launched in Han...

This episode dives into the evolving world of pipeline innovation with industry experts from STATS Group. Andy Norrie (Head of Sales & Business Development) and Mike Kaiser (Business Development Manager, Europe) unpack the company’s expansion from the UK into continental Europe, the challenges of navigating diverse regulations and the strategy behind building market awareness. The conversation explores cutting-edge advancements, including emission-reducing pipeline isolation techniques, a major ...

As artificial intelligence and hyperscale computing reshape global energy demand, the infrastructure required to support data centers is growing more complex — and more critical — than ever before. In this episode of the Pipeline Innovations TechTalk Podcast, host sits down with Michael Kolodner, Global Renewable Energy and U.S. Power Leader at Marsh Risk, to explore the evolving intersection of energy infrastructure, pipelines, and data center risk. From natural gas and hydrogen delivery to coo...

According to Schneider Electric’s latest Global Autonomous Maturity Report, the energy industry is nearing a tipping point where autonomous operations are no longer theoretical—they are becoming essential. In this episode, we sit down with Devan Pillay, President of Schneider Electric’s Heavy Industries segment, to unpack what this shift really means for the future of energy. We explore how autonomy is evolving across pipelines, gas processing, and LNG operations, and what has changed in the pas...

This episode examines how recent advancements in hydrogen leak detection are improving safety and operational reliability across high-risk energy and industrial environments. With hydrogen playing an increasing role in decarbonization strategies, accurate and rapid leak detection is critical for pipelines, storage facilities and processing infrastructure.

In this episode, we’re joined by Jamie Frederick, President of U.S. Operations at STATS Group, to discuss the launch of the SureTap Plug—the world’s first completion plug delivering true double block and bleed isolation at the most critical point of hot tapping operations. With two independent compression seals and a fully testable intermediate annulus, the SureTap Plug allows operators to verify seal integrity and correct positioning before any differential pressure is applied—shifting the indu...

In this episode, Pipeline & Gas Journal spoke with Antonio Lucci, Global Manager of Energy Transition at RINA about the evolving technical challenges facing pipeline operators in the energy transition. Lucci discusses the critical importance of CO2 stream specifications in carbon transport, real-time chemical monitoring and how even small deviations can trigger corrosion risks. The conversation also dives into hydrogen repurposing, pressure cycling, fatigue management and fracture mechanics—and ...

In this episode, Elton Hollis, Vice President of RT Technical, discusses how a company rooted in instrumentation and electrical work evolved into a trusted problem-solver for the pipeline and gas measurement industry. Elton shares how RT Technical goes beyond wiring and panels to deliver turnkey solutions. He also reflects on the value of fair pricing, long-term client relationships and why sustainable growth and strong ethics matter more than rapid expansion. A candid conversation about leaders...

In this episode, Danny Clayton, Director of Sales for Electrification, Automation and Digitalization, and Bjørn Rasch, Head of Technology Management for Electrification, Automation and Digitalization, both from Siemens Energy. discuss the challenges and innovations in power systems, particularly focusing on load smoothing and stabilization in data centers. They delve into Siemens Energy's Blue Vault battery technology, its performance optimization through the Clean Grid Converter, and the import...