Pipeline Industries Guild

The Pipeline Industries Guild are delighted to be hosting the 59th Northern Branch Annual Dinner on Friday 1st November 2024. We look forward to welcoming you to the Royal Armouries in Leeds.

Are you struggling to track compliance for your staff and supply chain? Are you fed up of multiple excel spreadsheets and mountains of paperwork and tickets to try and manage? Join this webinar where Skillko give an overview of how technology can help streamline and simplify this process for you.

The Pipeline Industries Guild are exhibiting. We will be at Stand 4, come and say hello!

Webinar hosted by National Gas Transmission – Overview of their work into materials testing for a transition to Hydrogen backbone known as Project Union

The Pipeline Industries Guild Scottish branch is offering a unique opportunity to experience cutting-edge welding technology in action on live projects across diverse sectors.

The Pipeline Industries Guild’s South East Branch are delighted to be hosting a members only site visit to Grain LNG, Kent.

SPA is a £500 million scheme, Anglian Water’s investment providing water supply resilience to areas of drought and new development. Design elements for over 300km of transmission pipelines.

The Pipeline Industries Guild Southeast branch are delighted to be hosting the 1st Annual Golf Day at Farleigh Golf Club, CR6 9PE, on Thursday 11th July 2024. An opportunity to play 18 holes and network with fellow professionals from across the industry.

The Pipeline Industries Guild joint Webinar with IGEM

The Pipeline Industries Guild is pleased to announce our Annual Awards reception, being held at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester.

The Pipeline Industries Guild will be holding an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on 11th June via TEAMS. This meeting is open to Guild Members only and will cover financial and audit matters.

The Pipeline Industries Guild is holding its 12th Annual Conference. The only conference to focus on expanding the knowledge and network of developing professionals in the pipeline industry PLUS the highly anticipated PDN (Professional Development Network) Presentation Competition Final!

Webinar hosted by National Gas Transmission – Overview of their investigation into the effects of oxygen inhibition on pipeline steels

Wellbeing of Women presents what they do, why its so important and how they can help you. WoW were our chosen charity of the Annual dinner in March, this is a chance to find more out about what they do why its matters and how we can all play our part.

Join Steve Vick International's exclusive webinar as they unveil the future of contract services in utilities. With a pioneering legacy since 1981, the company's Contract Services team takes the spotlight, showcasing innovative solutions such as Foam Bag Operation on Stubs, circumferential pipe cutting, and Live Service Transfer. Designed for professionals in the Gas and Water utilities sector, this webinar is a must-watch for decision-makers, project managers, and operations personnel, offering valuable insights to transform your approach to pipe renewal challenges. Stay ahead in this ever-evolving industry by gaining first hand knowledge and staying at the forefront of innovation. Don't miss the opportunity to elevate your expertise and witness the future of Contract Services in utilities.

Hosted by Daniel Jefferson, Past Guild Chair, The Pipeline Industries Guild is hosting this webinar to discuss in more detail the lessons learned including technical elements and new safety measures being implemented through both the supply chain and on site.

The Scottish Branch PDN Committee of the Pipelines Industries Guild invites you to the Scottish Branch PDN Paper Competition Final.

The South East Branch PDN Committee of the Pipelines Industries Guild invites you to the South East Paper Competition Final.

Are you interested in being a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) ambassador? Or would you like to know more?

The highly anticipated London Showcase and Lions' Lair event is back, brought to you by The Pipeline Industries Guild and IGEM's London, Southern & Eastern Section. This joint event offers a remarkable opportunity to expand your professional network and stay updated on the latest innovations in the industry.

The Eastern branch have organised a site visit to see the Directional Drilling (HDD) of a 210m long OD560 PE100 SDR11 pipe for the Strategic Pipeline Alliance SPA, near Ely at the Southery site location on Thursday 25 January 2024.

TO: ALL MEMBERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE THIRTY THIRD ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE PIPELINE INDUSTRIES GUILD LIMITED WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, 12th DECEMBER 2023 AT NATIONAL GAS, NATIONAL GRID HOUSE, WARWICK TECHNOLOGY PARK, GALLOWS HILL, WARWICK, WARWICKSHIRE, CV34 6DA AND MICROSOFT TEAMS CONFERENCE CALL AT 3:00 P.M.

Notice is given that the Annual General Meeting of the Guild Northern Branch will be held in the Plumley Suite at The Cottons Hotel & Spa, Knutsford and via Teams on 8 December 2023 commencing at 2pm.

Notice is given that the Annual General Meeting of the Guild Wales & West Branch will be held on 7 December 2023 at the offices of Wessex Water, Claverton Down Rd, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7WW, commencing at 3pm.

Join OCU Group, HDD Design Manager, Ross Henderson for a webinar on the design and installation complexities of the award-winning River Dee Tunnel Replacement Pipelines.

Join Guild Member Vac-Ex Limited for this session covering the use of compact and towable vacuum excavators for strike free digging. The advantages of the use of this method of excavation will be high lighted over the use of more traditional digging methods.

Notice is given that the Annual General Meeting of the Guild Eastern Branch will be held on 22 November 2023 at the offices of Aliaxis UK, 35 St Peters Road, Huntingdon PE29 7DA , commencing at 5pm.

An insight to lessons learned from implementing Innovation into major projects.

The Scottish Branch are delighted to have arranged a joint event with William Johnston who will host a tour of their gasket manufacturing facility and Scottish Water who will host a project presentation which will take place in Glasgow.

Join leading gas distribution company, SGN, and infrastructure planning tech specialists, Continuum Industries, for an insightful webinar as they delve into the intricacies of hydrogen network development.

The Pipeline Industries Guild are delighted to be hosting the 58th Northern Branch Annual Dinner on Friday 3rd November 2023. We look forward to welcoming you to the Midland Hotel in Manchester.

Join the Guild's Net Zero Transition Panel for insights and market updates to Hydrogen, CCS and Heat Networks through our Regulation and Investment Net Zero lens.

The Northern Branch have arranged with AVK Syddal to host a technical training seminar and manufacturing facility tour for all members of the Pipeline Industries Guild at their factory in Manchester.

Join the Eastern Branch of the Pipeline Industries Guild who are holding an Autumn Lunch at the Sibson Inn Hotel, Peterborough on 6th October 2023.

The Guild are delighted to be co-supporting this supply chain led workshop on the theme of getting ready for ‘H2-CCUS’ is proposed. It should focus on the key challenges of building new higher pressure (transmission) infrastructure/ assets, with some discussion around modifications, rather than operating and maintaining re-purposed assets.

Here at the Guild we know what a creative bunch of people you are, so how about entering our exciting photography competition.

The Northern Ireland Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild are proud to announce the return of the 26th Annual Dinner, which is to be held at The Europa Hotel, Great Victoria Street, Belfast, on Friday 22nd September 2023.

Think of projects that have never been tried before, then think of NEOM. Excited to share the opportunities in NEOM and the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Hear from keynote speakers from Saudi, understand what it means to work in the largest living laboratory in the world.

GroundShore Ltd is excited to announce its upcoming Temporary Works Technical Event for The Pipeline Industries Guild Northern Branch. This event is open to all professionals in the Utility industry and will take place at their Sandbach office on Thursday, 7th September.

The Anglian region of England is the driest with the greatest forecast population growth . The challenges that this presents are significant and this presentation will outline how an integrated approach can help address these.

The Net Zero Transition Panel are excited to announce their first Webinar since its implementation on one of our key focal points - Net Zero Construction. Cadent and Murphy will be giving you detailed insights and information into Scope emissions and business carbon footprint reporting, alongside alternative technologies, fuels and materials that will be used to achieve Net Zero sites and operations.

We’re excited to announce our 2023 Awards Reception will be taking place at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London on Wednesday 28th June.

The Pipeline Industries Guild will be holding an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on 21st June via TEAMS. This meeting is open to Guild Members only and will cover financial and audit matters.

The Pipeline Industries Guild invite you to join the Managing Director Paul Stockwell of Process Vision.

The Midlands Branch of the Pipeline Guild will be holding its 42nd Annual Golf Day challenge at the Branston Golf and Country Club, in Burton on Trent on Tuesday 6th June.

The Pipeline Industries Guild will be exhibiting at this event both days 16 - 17th May, more information to follow.

The Midland Branch welcome the Environment Agency & Jacobs to showcase the work being undertaken to deliver the new National Flood Risk Assessment (NaFRA2) for flooding from rivers, the sea and surface water by Summer 2024.

The Scottish Branch invites you to the Pipeline Industries Guild Scottish Branch Professional Development Network Final.

The deadline to enter the Pipeline Industries Guild Technical Awards 2023 has been extended to Thursday 6th April. With 7 categories don't miss out on your chance to shout about your latest innovation or project you have worked on.

The Northern Branch invites you to the final of The Pipeline Industries Guild Northern Branch Professional Development Network Final.

The South East Branch invites you to the final of the South East Branch Professional Development Network Paper Competition.

Join us for an afternoon of Innovation & Achievement ahead of the 65th Annual Dinner. We would like you to join us and hear presentations from the Award Winners of the 2022 Technical Awards in The Burlington Suite at The Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London.

The Wales & Western Branch invites you to attend our webinar discussing the use and importance of data in the Water Industry, we will be covering the views from both the client side (Wessex Water and Welsh Water) and the contractor side (Createch Solutions).

In this webinar hosted by Atmos International, we’ll discuss the importance of high resolution data in leak detection, exploring the negative pressure wave method of leak detection that uses high resolution pressure data to identify leaks as they occur and compare this to other methods that use lower resolution.

Join the Northern Ireland Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild for their Quiz Night.

The Northern Branch are looking for entries for our 2023 paper competition. The Northern Branch would like you to submit a 250-word synopsis on any subject associated with the pipeline industry, with your involvement for your chance to win £250 and a place at the National Final.

The Eastern Branch invites you to the final of The Pipeline Industries Guild Eastern Branch Professional Development Network Final.

The Pipeline Industries Guild 39th Irish Branch Annual Dinner will take place at the Conrad Hotel, Dublin, on Friday 10th February.

The Pipeline Industries Guild are proud to hosting a webinar with Kerrigans. This Webinar will be covering the requirements for the provision of notices of compensation events under NEC contracts.

The Eastern Branch would like you to submit a 250-word synopsis on any subject associated with the pipeline industry for the Regional Professional Development Network (PDN) Competition 2023. Please note the closing date for ALL Entries is Friday 20th January 2023.

McElroy will host a brief presentation to introduce the latest Tritan™ 560 machine. To showcase their advantages in terms of safety, productivity, and versatility. Explain how this machine will help propel utilities projects on the UK.

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of The Pipeline Industries Guild Northern Branch will be held on Thursday 8th December 2022. The Annual Christmas Social will follow at Manchester Christmas Markets.

The South East and Midlands branches of The Pipeline Industries Guild is pleased to welcome Holger Kessler, Geoscience Technical Adviser working with the Geospatial Commission.

Representatives from NIW's Living With Water team will present on the ambitious works coming up to deliver a long-term approach to drainage and wastewater management that will protect from flooding, provide a cleaner and greener environment and ensure that Belfast is open for business and investment.

The Northern Ireland Branch of the Pipeline Industries Guild invites you to attend a Site visit to Mutual Energy's Tory Town Gas facility in Carrickfergus.

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of The Pipeline Industries Guild Midlands Branch will be held on Monday 21st November 2022.

The Northern Ireland Professional Development Network would like to invite you to attend a site visit to firmus energy on Thursday 10th November starting from 3pm.

The Pipeline Industries Guild are proud to announce that our President, John Murphy will be hosting the 2022 Address where we will hear different perspectives from Client and Contractor to Government and Industry Bodies. This Free of Charge event will take place ahead of the Northern Branch Dinner at the Midland Hotel, Manchester so why spend the afternoon and evening with us!

The Pipeline Industries Guild would like to welcome UIS Innovation Technology Services as they speak about their winning entry, Valve Trak. As with the subsea award, this award, introduced in 1996, is made annually for the most significant contribution made to land-based pipeline technology or its ancillary apparatus. The objective of the award is similarly to promote the development of new ideas in the general field of land-based pipeline technology.

This award is made annually for the most significant contribution to subsea pipeline projects. The objective is to promote the development of new ideas in the general field of subsea pipeline projects. We are delighted to have the Winners from the 2022 Awards, TSC Subsea to speak about their winning entry.

The Ofwat Water Breakthrough Challenge is providing funding for the creation of a National Leakage Research and Test Centre (NLRTC) for the water industry and supply chain to accelerate the development of innovative solutions to the challenges of leakage detection and repair.

Clive Surman-Wells, Innovation Partnerships Manager of Northumbrian Water will explain what is proposed and how the centre will be designed.

The Northern Ireland Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild are proud to announce the return of the 25th Annual Dinner which is to be held at The Europa Hotel, Great Victoria Street, Belfast, on Friday 16th September 2022.

The Northern Irish Branch invites Professional Development Members to join us for a site visit to Radius Systems in Lurgan on Thursday 18th August at 14:00pm.

This Site tour will encompass: extrusion facilities, fabrication facilities inc. Barrier Pipe fabrications. A Short technical presentation and Q&A session will follow the tour.

The Pipeline Industries Guild International Panel would like to introduce its first showcase on pipeline activities in Canada. In this interactive webinar we will be sharing an overview on the Canadian scene plus insights on ACTL.

Please join us in this interactive webinar where we will explore how Canada is approaching energy. Thursday 23rd June 17.00-18.30 BST

The Pipeline Industries Guild will be holding an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on 22nd June via TEAMS. This meeting is open to Guild Members only and will cover financial and audit matters.

Join The Institute of Water and The Pipeline Industries Guild Northern Area for this joint webinar which is producing a follow up to the FOG Webinar.

The Pipeline Industries Guild Irish Branch Annual Dinner will take place at the Conrad Hotel, Dublin, on Friday 27th May.

EEEGR’s SNS 2022 Energy Integrated in the East returns for 2022!

The Wales and Western Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild would like to invite you to attend a technical presentation on the Wells to Glastonbury Pipeline Project. The presentation will include details of why the project is required, the design challenges involved and the construction phase that is currently underway.

The Pipeline Industries Guild, Institute of Water and Institute of Asset Management have come together to offer a fantastic opportunity to hear from a wide range of senior asset management professionals representing the Rail, Highways, Water, Gas, Defence and Maritime Industries.

Speakers have been asked to reflect on their organisation’s asset management journey or a component of that journey to date as well as their learnings and plans - this means that the presentations will be wide and varied.

The Wales and Western branch invites you to the final of The Pipeline Industries Guild Wales and West Branch Professional Development Network Final.

The Northern Branch invites you to the final of The Pipeline Industries Guild Professional Development Network Final.

The Midlands branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild and the Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM) Midlands Section have teamed up and aims to discuss the subject of achieving net zero in infrastructure construction, bringing together a diverse panel of speakers from government policy, academia and research, utility infrastructure owner operators and major project delivery, to understand the state of practice, how far we have come, and how much further (and how quickly) we need to go to achieve our goals.

The South East Branch invites you to the final of The Pipeline Industries Guild South East Branch Professional Development Network Final.

The Pipeline Industries Guild is keen to promote opportunities and challenges of the Pipeline Industry as a potential career to a new generation of young people. This competition has been arranged to provide continuing professional development (CPD) to both entrants and audience members and is an excellent opportunity for young professionals to promote themselves and their company.

The Midland Branch are proud to be hosting the Sir John Parker Competition Final which is to be held at Finch Consulting, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, we hope you are able to join us and support this years finalists. The presentations will start at 4pm which will be followed by a buffet and networking.

Submit a 250-word synopsis by 25th March 2022 on any subject associated with the pipeline industry (that you have had personal involvement in). 1st prize £250!
Examples include, but not limited to: Waste & Potable Water, Gas, Oil, Health & Safety, the Environment, Logistics & Planning. Presentations are encouraged from all business functions and DO NOT have to be engineering/technical based.

The Sir John Parker Competition, run by the Midlands Professional Development Network (PDN) of the Pipeline Industries Guild (PIG), looks to promote the opportunities and challenges of working in the pipeline industry. An excellent opportunity for entrants to promote themselves and their companies.

Following the success of the P.I.G and UKSTT "The Green Alliance" webinars in 2021, join us for the first in our new series for 2022.

This presentation from Charlotte Farmer, Consultant at Hydrogen East, will give a short overview of the emerging hydrogen sector and look at what project developers undertaking feasibility studies need to consider when creating concept designs.

Join us for an afternoon of Innovation & Achievement ahead of the 64th Annual Dinner, we would like you to join us and hear presentations from the Award Winners of the 2021 Technical Awards in The Burlington Suite at The Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London.

The Eastern Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild are proud to be holding their Professional Development Network Paper competition.

Following on from our Wales and West Brach holding an Introduction to a Sewage Treatment Works webinar in November this webinar will give you an overview of the Water Treatment Process.

If you are new to the industry or wanting to broaden your knowledge, This is the webinar for you.

Join the Matt Rowlatt of National Association of Drainage Contractors for a webinar on Hydrant Security and Managing Third Party Access to Hydrants and a Web portal that allows online real-time visibility of operators use of hydrants to organisations and water companies.

The Pipeline Industries Guild would like to welcome you back with the first in our Webinar Programme of 2022.

Join us and IPSUM for their first webinar with The Pipeline Industries Guild.

Notice is given that the Pipeline Industries Guild 2021 AGM will take place on 16th December.

Join us for the Wales and West AGM to reflect on 2021 and hear the aspirations for 2022.

PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS FOR GUILD MEMBERS ONLY.

Let's meet again, we know where, we know when..... Join the Wales and West Branch for their 50th Annual Dinner – and the return of face to face events with the Guild. We’re excited to be hosting and hope you’ll once again join us in the spectacular Roman Baths.

Join The Pipeline Industries Guild Northern Irish Branch for a night of fun with their Quiz Night.

New to the industry or want an overview of how a sewage treatment works works?! This is the webinar for you.

This webinar will describe the development by R2M and Anglian Water of a solar powered water booster pump for improving the level of service for isolated customers, including current update on the actual performance through this summer's sunshine .

A guide for pipeline designers about cathodic protection requirements for pipelines. Basic information on the practical aspects for external corrosion protection and electrical interference that pipeline designers should be aware of.

We would like to invite you to join us and The Pipeline Industries Guild Member Dalcour Maclaren for an update on Ecology and Biodiversity Net Gain and what you need to know to successfully deliver your projects.

Adaptability is a key characteristic for businesses in this ever-changing energy landscape. As the status of renewable energy is changing, it’s important that we are prepared to support our customers and provide them the best possible solutions. Throughout this webinar, we will look at the status of renewables in Canada and the UK, we will provide a close look at our capabilities (including rock blasting, slope abilities and welding) and will discuss the equipment holdings that support this.

Submit a 250-word synopsis by 30th September 2021 on any subject associated with the pipeline industry (that you have had personal involvement in). 1st prize £250!
Examples include, but not limited to: Waste & Potable Water, Gas, Oil, Health & Safety, the Environment, Logistics & Planning. Presentations are encouraged from all business functions and DO NOT have to be engineering based.

Kobus Pipe Puller has been available to UK water to replace service pipes for a number of years but is now approved for use on the Cadent network after extensive trials. It will quickly become a vital option in the tool kit so this is an opportunity to find out about its benefits, how and where it works.

We would like to welcome members Red CCTV for this their first webinar with The Pipeline industries Guild.

Red CCTV have led the way over the past 12-months on three key issues affecting construction sites and compounds with innovative new technology which provides future proof solutions. They will discuss three key areas of concern including the industry drive to achieve Net Zero, the impact of Covid and longer tern concerns provoked by the pandemic, and the development of new leading security systems. Red CCTV Managing Director Rob Kennedy and Technical Director Ashley Cardno will address delegates with a 60-minute live webinar.

Cadent are back again for 2021, educating children between the ages of 5 and 10 on carbon monoxide (CO) safety. CO is a colourless and odourless gas that can be harmful. This session introduces Safety Seymour the superhero bear, who is on a mission to keep us safe and is both fun and engaging for all.

The Pipeline Industries Guild are delighted by the return of the Children's Webinar series.

Back again for 2021 are Harry Smith and Will Stone from Atmos International to help you find out what pandas have to do with pipelines and much more.

Atmos International is a global specialist in applying leak detection to pipelines. From crude oil to chemicals and gas networks, there’s not a pipeline we haven’t worked on (just about!)

The Midland Branch invite you to join them for a webinar on Low carbon reduction.

The Branch will also be joined by Cadent speaking about how they deliver against their targets and Advance welding providing a practical solution to carbon reduction.

The Pipeline Industries Guild would like to invite you to join them and Guild Members, Dalcour Maclaren for a webinar on the importance of Stakeholder Management in Major Projects in reducing project risk.

Dalcour Maclaren will be hosting this webinar and Speaking about the importance of Stakeholder Management throughout the lifespan of a Major Project – from initial engagement through to delivery and reinstatement with real world examples.

Join the Finalists and The Wales and West Branch for the Final of their Professional Development Network Paper Competition. We will also hear from Adam Wynne Hughes Immediate Past Chair of the Pipeline Industries Guild & Presidents of Stanley Oil & Gas.

The Pipeline Industries Guild and UKSTT have joined forces to form The Green Alliance to explore, share and promote the industry’s drive towards net zero and reduction in environmental impact.

This webinar we will be joined by Severn Trent and PBF Drainage.

The Pipeline Industries Guild Irish Branch and IGEM Irish Section jointly present a webinar presentation by Ibar Murphy of Fingleton White on the Sligo Local Gas Network (SLGN) and the associated virtual pipeline.

The Utilities Panel of The pipeline Industries Guild would like to welcome you to join us and hear the industry experts and take part in an interactive workshop to develop an action plan to reduce the pipeline industries carbon contribution – now and in the future.

Join the Midland Branch who have three guest speakers delivering presentations on a range of subjects including UK water Industry’s Zero Carbon Route Map, Bio Diversity Net Gain, The Environment Bill and Opportunities for Infrastructure Development.

Join the Finalists of The Carron Trophy, The Scottish Branch & The President of The Pipeline Industries Guild, CEO of J Murphy & Sons - John Murphy, for the Final for the Carron Trophy.

The Pipeline Industries Guild and UKSTT have joined forces to form The Green Alliance to explore, share and promote the industry’s drive towards net zero and reduction in environmental impact.

The Intakes, Outfalls and Landfalls Panel Webinar on Horizontal Direction Drilling (HDD)

As one of Europe’s premier HDD contractors for almost 40 years VolkerTrenchless Solutions. The presentation will include an overview of the HDD method of installation and specific challenges encountered from both ground conditions and large diameter steel pipelines.

We would like to invite you to join Irish Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild for a presentation on the N4 Collooney to Castlebaldwin Road Project.

Join the Finalists of The Sir John Parker Competition, The Midland Branch, Lorna Millington, Future Networks Manager at Cadent Gas and Rachel Perry, the HyNet Project Manager at Progressive Energy Limited for the Final of the Sir John Parker Competition.

We would like to invite you to Join our South East Branch Chair, Gosia Szypulska and Colin Murphy, Engineering Manager, Tideway (West) for a webinar on The Thames Tideway Tunnel.

Jorge Rodriguez will present the world of Stanley Black & Decker and the businesses that touch the Oil & Gas Industry, safety and a couple of products/features that were developed with the help of our industry (globally). There will be a 20-minute presentation and an opportunity for a live Q&A session.

Following our Guild Conference we would like to introduce you to our sponsors of this event. This webinar will be hosted by Joseph Gallagher who will be speaking on Tolmount Gas Pipeline Project [for Centrica] Construction of Complex Shaft and Micro-Tunnel for New Strategic Gas Pipeline. Presentation from Start to Finish of Project and Cadent.

Following our Guild Conference we would like to introduce you to our sponsors of this event. This webinar will be hosted by Radius Systems who will be speaking on Rehabilitation of 8” and 6” Water main in Hindhead for South East Water and Amiblu who will be talking about Amiblu’s Flowtite GRP Pipes on Preston WWTW.

Following our Guild Conference we would like to introduce you to our sponsors of this event. This webinar will be hosted by Develop Training who will be speaking on Women in Utilities Success Programme and Saint-Gobain PAM who will be talking about Solutions for Complex Applications.

The Northern Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild and Institute of Water are hosting a presentation on the United Utilities project to replace a short section of the Haweswater Aqueduct.

Hosted by The Midland Branch they will give An overview of the role of hydrogen in the future energy mix, its means of production, distribution and use and its economics. The presentation will be based on the HyNet project, the UK’s leading large scale low carbon hydrogen scheme.

One Presentation from two key speakers:
Sam Parton, Associate Director, Fisher German LLP
Andrew Beattie, Principal Environmental Consultant, RSK
Pipeline Diversions to allow the development of HS2, lessons learnt and how best practice can support further interactions.

The Midland Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild are hosting a webinar with three presentations focusing on Leakage in the Water Industry with a chance to see presentations first given for the International Water Association at their Virtual Conference ‘Waterloss 2020’ in November.

We are delighted to announce that you have the chance to hear from our CEO Norman Howell, National Chair Jason Wilson and Incoming Chairs Daniel Jefferson and Kate Lazenby in a live webinar with the opportunity to ask questions. Questions may be posed live or you can send questions in advance to events@pipeguild.com.

This is a joint webinar between the Pipeline Industries Guild and NEC, hosted by our Scottish Branch Chair John Richardson, to provide an introduction to the NEC4 suite of contracts for the Oil and Gas industry and how these support collaborative contracting. The session will also look at issue to consider in their application within the industry and how these can be addressed.

We are please to have Graham Charnley of AVK UK host a webinar on Water Network Safety: common causes of pipe failure & how to fix them - Technical Talk

Due to the Success and demand this webinar is BACK so if you missed join us!

For decades the UK’s approach to the structural design of buried pipes has barely changed. However, a revised BS EN 1295 was published in 2019 and was followed by a revised BS9295 in February 2020. The new guidance represents a significant change to the structural design of flexible pipes in the UK and includes a new method and soil model for flexible pipe design. There is also improved guidance on the design of all pipe materials.

The seminar will provide an overview of the UK’s approach to the structural design of buried pipes and will provide an overview of the notable changes brought about by the new guidance.

This webinar will be hosted by The Midland Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild.

Under the Planning Act 2008 a developer intending to construct an NSIP must obtain a Development Consent Order (DCO). The Planning Inspectorate reviews and examines applications for a DCO, with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy able to grant a DCO.

We are delighted that New Members DEKOTEC were inspired by a previous webinar by Ken Lax to host this one for our members.

this will be a technical presentationon Manufacturing technologies for Tape Coatings.

The Land-based Pipeline Projects Awards were introduced in 2016 to showcase technical expertise, achievement and challenges overcome in delivery of land-based/onshore pipeline projects. Projects may be of any length, any diameter pipe or in any sector, including; renewables, unconventional gas, power and infrastructure. Land-based pipelines are those predominantly operating on land, and not underwater, but can include fresh water lake operations. Land-based pipelines are generally onshore large diameter pipelines and may include outfalls and infrastructure projects.

We are delighted to have the Winner from the 2020 Awards, Mark Newman of Southern Water and Keiron Lonergan of TPMD to speak about their winning entry

This Award, introduced in 2003, is made for the most significant contribution to the Utility Pipeline Technology. The objective is to promote the development of new ideas in the general field of Utility Pipeline Technology.

We are delighted to have the Winners from the 2020 Awards, Dr Jameel Marafie and Dr Puneet Chhabra of Headlight AI speak about their winning entry and collaboration with Wessex Water and Bright Innovations Group.

We are delighted to have the Winner from the 2020 Awards, Stella Matthews of Northern Gas Networks speak about their winning entry, H21.

This Award, introduced in 2003, is made for the most significant contribution to the Utility Pipeline Technology. The objective is to promote the development of new ideas in the general field of Utility Pipeline Technology.

We would like to welcome Tim Farley from Sanivar speak about their shortlisted entry for The Pipelines Industries Guild 2020 Awards.

There’s been a lot of talk of a ‘green recovery’ from Covid. The Pipeline Industries Guild wanted to offer you a series of webinars with a sustainable, green recovery theme over August.

Welcome to our Month of “Guild Goes Green” and join Water UK's Samuel Larsen.

There’s been a lot of talk of a ‘green recovery’ from Covid. The Pipeline Industries Guild wanted to offer you a series of webinars with a sustainable, green recovery theme over August.

Welcome to our Month of “Guild Goes Green”

Dr Tony Ballance Cadent Gas’s recently appointed Chief Strategy & Regulation Officer will share his reflections on the future for gas four months into his role.

Richard Broome, Managing Director at LSBUD, reviews the 2.8 million searches that take place through the LSBUD portal over the preceding 12 month period, focusing on trends founds and linking those searches to the damages reported through USAG (Utility Strike Avoidance Group).

There’s been a lot of talk of a ‘green recovery’ from Covid. The Pipeline Industries Guild wanted to offer you a series of webinars with a sustainable, green recovery theme over August.

Welcome to our Month of “Guild Goes Green”

Steph Wray and Jon Davies from RSK Biocensus will explain all about how to achieve biodiversity net gain for pipelines and other linear projects

The Pipeline Industries Guild is pleased to welcome Andy Hobbis, Business Development Manager and James Gallagher Specification Manager from Cubis Systems for a live webinar on Innovative Network Access and Cable Protection Solutions for Infrastructure Projects.

Find out what pandas have to do with Pipelines and what civilisations did.

Atmos International is a global specialist in applying leak detection to pipelines. From crude oil to chemicals and gas networks, there’s not a pipeline we haven’t work on (just about!).

This fun seminar, presented by Harry Smith – Sales and Senior Research Engineer and Will Stone – Marketing and Communications Manager, will introduce children to the history of a pipeline, the scale and the simple methods for leak detection.

2019 Award for Subsea Project – Lausanne Geneva Pipelines by Royal HaskoningDHV and TSM-Perrotett AG

Martin Berry was unable to present prior to the Annual Dinner in March so has welcomed the opportunity to present his unique and challenging project to the Guild via a webinar.

Join David Macdonald of Radius Systems, a comprehensive presentation on the solutions available for improving water quality, rehabilitating leaking pipes and extending the life of water and gas company assets

Ken Lax will be hosting a Webinar for The Pipeline Industries Guild - An explanation of cathodic protection and stray current corrosion for non-specialists

Joshua Burrows at Fisher German takes us back through his absorbing piece that landed him a place as a Regional Finalist in the Midlands Presentation Competition.

The second of our Children's Webinars aimed at Children between 5 - 9 years old, will see Severn Trent will take you through the journey your water takes every day, from the rivers and reservoirs to your tap, through the sewers after you have used it and back to the river. You will find out the wonderful things water can do and why it is so important to all of us. We might even get to look at some of the yucky stuff that gets flushed away!!

Please join Annie Ross and Nigel Curson of Penspen for this webinar.

Digital technology is transforming many industries, but this is not the only challenge the industry is facing. The coronavirus pandemic has thrown into sharp relief, the financial challenge the energy industry faces.

Elisha Walters of Severn Trent takes us back through her insightful piece that landed her a place as a Regional Finalist in the Midlands Presentation Competition.

Everyone needs a bit of social contact during these remote working times, and what better way to end your week than with a pint and a pipeline pub quiz? Join the Guild for the fifth of our fortnightly Pub Quizzes…..

The Pipeline Industries Guild is pleased to welcome Harry Smith, Sales and Senior Research Engineer for Atmos International.

Pipeline leak detection now offers an array of technologies to quickly identify the size of a leak and its detection. The technology has significantly improved over the last decade, however despite ‘modern methods’ introduced in the 1970s, it hasn’t always been so accurate. Harry will introduce the early pioneers, the techniques and bring the audience up to date on how leak detection is being applied today.

We are delighted that Cadent will be the first company to host our Children's Webinar mini series.

Educating children between the ages of 5 and 10 on Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety. CO is a colourless and odourless gas and the affects and impacts are not hugely known. This session educates children in a fun and engaging way using Safety Seymour the Safety Hero of the galaxies.

We are please to have Tim Over of Atkins Utility Solutions host this webinar for The Pipeline Industries Guild.

With some construction sites beginning or restarting, ensuring you know about buried utilities is an important step. Join this webinar if you want to find out more about Utility Searches / Desk Studies

Broadening and deepening of knowledge of how robotics and AI can help transform our approach to roadwork excavation across all utilities.

We are delighted to host a live webinar with SGN & ULC Robotics, this is a joint webinar that will allow The Pipeline Industries Guild and IGEM Members to come together for this event.

The Midlands Branch is holding a Personal Development Training Session facilitated by Estelle Reade focusing on Persuasion and Influence using Emotional Intelligence. This will be followed by dinner with the Midlands PIG Golf Day Delegates.

The Midlands Branch of the Pipeline Guild will be holding its 41st Annual Golf Day challenge at the Branston Golf and Country Club, in Burton on Trent on Thursday May 21st.

Everyone needs a bit of social contact during these remote working times, and what better way to end your week than with a pint and a pipeline pub quiz? Join the Guild for the third of our fortnightly Pub Quizzes…..

We are pleased to welcome Richard Holdgate, HS2 Senior Project Manager for Utility works, to give an overview of Phase 1 so far.

The Midlands Branch of The Pipeline Industries Guild is pleased to welcome Holger Kessler, Geoscience Technical Adviser working with the Geospatial Commission and Geologist at the British Geological Survey.

The importance of building leak free networks and capturing data for the future should be at the top of the agenda for any utility owner or contractor.

This webinar will share learning from over a decade of analysis and inspecting real world data, to provide awareness of the common problems and more importantly how these can be eliminated.

The Pipeline Industries Guild began recognising contribution to the pipeline industry more than forty years ago; establishing awards for Subsea, Land-based and Utilities Technologies and Projects. 

Join the Guild for a short lunchtime deskercise session – wherever you are working, have a break and stretch those muscles.

With remote working suddenly becoming the new norm for many of our members and Microsoft teams one of the most popular teams, the Guild wants to support it’s members in making the most of collaborative tools. Join this webinar if you want to find out more about teams.

The Pipeline Industries Guild is delighted to support this afternoon of asset management learning, sharing and networking at the University of Bath.

Join us ahead of the 63rd National Dinner to celebrate our 2019 technical awards with presentations from our award winners.

Leaktight double block and bleed solution of a high pressure C02 pipeline

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it” said George Santayana. Hear from the team at DNV-GL how analysing the failures on pipelines enables safer production of pipes and their components and also the impacts of if the learning is by-passed.

This is a great night and very popular event. If you are interested in entering a team please register your team name and company as soon as possible.

The Midlands Branch is hosting the Sir John Parker Paper and Presentation Competition for the Professional Development Network of The Pipeline Industries Guild.

To enter the competition, please submit a 200-word synopsis by 31st January 2020 on any subject associated with the pipeline industry. 1st prize £500!

Submit a 250-word synopsis by 17th Jan 2020 on any subject associated with the pipeline industry. 1st prize £250!

Continuous Improvement - This Professional Development Training Day takes places ahead of the Wales & West 49th Branch Dinner on 5th December 2019. If you book your place on this Training Day you receive a ticket to attend the Dinner!

Damflask Reservoir Scour Pipe Upgrade

Come and find out more about this unique project!

Non-Intrusive Leak and Theft Detection System

The Northern Branch are pleased to announce that their 56th Annual Dinner will take place at The Midland Hotel, Manchester.

Pipeline DNA and Pipe Grade Determination

The Pipeline Industries Guild is pleased to announce that Garvan Kelly will be joining the Eastern Branch on Tuesday 17th September to provide an update and presentation on the range of Products and Services offered by a market leading UK based PE manufacturer.

Kate Lazenby, the Midlands Branch Chair is pleased to announce the Midlands Branch Lunch will be held alongside the Prestige Lecture. Howard Forster, Interim COO of Cadent will be the keynote speaker at the Lecture.

Join us at Emerald Headingley Cricket Ground for the 2019 Vitality T20 Blast - Vikings vs Steelbacks