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NEWS FEATURES Open Acreage Licensing Policy

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FEATURES GASTech World Expo 2018: Highlighting Relevance of Natural Gas as Primary Energy

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Skill and Sense in Corrosion Estimation and Materials, Selection for Oil & Gas Industry

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‘Energy Self Reliance’ key to Production with Successful Execution India’s energy ‘Self-Reliance’ requires more discoveries and more production of hydrocarbon. However, the paradigm shift in policies and regulations are also required to successful execution of oil & gas projects and involve local players and contents to encourage the ‘Make in India’ initiative, says V Ashwini Kumar, Director – Oil & Gas, Afcons Infrastructure Ltd. In a candid interaction with Rakesh Roy, Offshore World, he enlightens the current EPC Oil & Gas scenario, technological advancements, Natural Gas potential in the energy mix and the future plans of Afcon’s in detail. Excerpt…

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As a EPC player, how do you view the current Indian Oil & Gas Scenario?

The current Indian Hydrocarbon is being stable in terms of daily production since last few years. However, the growth driver is ‘Self Reliance’, thus requires more discoveries and production, which may come from East and West Coast of India.

ONGC, the National E&P Player, has invited EPC tenders for many projec ts and prefers local content. However, it is not a statutor y requirement or compulsion and International players can also take par t of it by satisfying the requisite local content threshold.

The benefit of local content is 10% price preference in the bid evaluation process.

What are the issues facing by EPC contractors in India?

Though the government is now encouraging local manufactures/ contractors to par ticipate in oil & gas industr y to encourage the ‘Make in India’ initiative, ONGC’s bid evaluation and qualification criteria is

not really encouraging the local players due to cer tain qualification criteria. The state - owned O il & G as player should recognise cer tain business models that suit not only the EPC player but also the local fabricators.

EPC Contractors can source engineering and construction activities from reliable par tners and execute projects effectively. After all, ever y fabricator or engineering company cannot be a EPC contractor. In this way, more local fabricators and engineering companies can involve in hydrocarbon projects in India.

• Then, how Afcons is adopting the changing business environment?

Value proposition is the key Afcons brings in its business and operation to execute projects globally. The criteria for qualification that bidders should be a fabricator or installer is unnecessarily restrictive. Technological understanding, program management skills, procurement skills and customer orientation has enabled Afcons to deliver world-class projects in the past.

While developing LNG Regasification Terminal, LNG Storage are necessary to adequate the LNG imports; LNG retail infrastructure to transport fuel from one city to another and expansion of the natural gas pipeline network to deliver gas to the last-mile connectivity are too vital to increase the green fuel share in the energy mix.

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We believe that ONGC will recognise different business models in the coming days to suit other local players and encourage local content.

gas to the last-mile connectivity are also vital to increase the green fuel share in the energy mix.

What are the technological advancements witnessed by India Oil & Gas in the last few years?

What are the future plans Afcons in terms of business and region expansion?

In the last few years, the industr y has witnessed a breakthrough in installation technology in offshore - a small shit towards float-over rather than using the traditional multiple lifts depending on large cranes. The float-over technology was before being used globally; however, Afcons used the technology first time in India in its HRD project for ONGC.

Afcons is moving gradually from Offshore to Onshore in terms of its future business growth plans. Now, we want to move into onshore and more specifically into refiner y work. Afcons has completed industrial works for Reliance Jamnagar Refiner y includes structure, equipment direction, and piping, etc. A huge amount of refiner y expansion is going to take place in terms of Capacity Expansion, Refiner y Fuel Quality Improvement, etc. A lot of Greenfield and Brownfield Refiner y is likely to come up in nex t few years. IOCL Refineries are coming up with capacity expansions. Greenfield Refineries like Rajasthan Refiner y, Refiner y at West Coast are opening up a lot of scope of EPC works.

Government is trying to increase the current natural gas share from 6% to 15% by 2030. How do you view the future of Natural Gas in India?

Natural gas penetration in the Indian primar y energy will cer tainly increase looking at the adoption of CNG, CGD and PNG in metro and Tier-2 cities of the countr y. The other factors like environment, Govt’s push for clean & greener fuel, and India’s commitment COP-21 will lead the growth of Natural Gas in the energy mix.

However, it is mandated to have required infrastructure in place.

In the absence of international cross countr y gas pipelines, LNG is cer tainly the key driver for the Gas potential. While developing LNG Regasification Terminal, LNG Storage necessar y to adequate the LNG impor ts; LNG retail infrastructure to transpor t fuel from one city to another and expansion of the natural gas pipeline network to deliver

In terms of investment and project execution globally, Afcons is involving in project execution in the African countries. The lack presence of major players and investment capability of its own, Africa continent is now the suitable investment destination for EPC players of India, where project financing plays a bid role. Afcons is involved in many projects in African countires, and has contributed to local economies by sourcing more than 80% of its work force from local sources.

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Open Acreage Licensing Policy Oil India & Vedanta – the absolute winner RIL & BP – Open their account

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he Government of India has announced the winner of bidders under the fresh round of auction under the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP). 37 total blocks were on offer during the two rounds of bidding - 14 under OALP-II and 23 under OALP III, 32 blocks are now allocated to winners for exploration, according to Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH), the Hydrcarbomn regulator of India.

Of the 14 blocks under OALP-II, eight are on land, five are in shallow water, and one is in ultra-deepwater.

Of the 23 blocks on offer under OALP-III, 19 are on land (including five coal-bed methane), three are in shallow water, and one is in deepwater.

OALP II: 14 OALP III: 23 Onshore: 8 Onshore: 19 including 5 CBM Offshore: 6 ( 5 Shallow & 1 Ultra-deep) Offshore: 4 (3 Shallow & 1 Deep) Total attract investment: ` 80,000-90,000 crore The two rounds were initially estimated to attract an investment of ` 80,000-90,000 crore.

Oil India Limited (OIL), the state-owned oil & gas E&P player, has bagged the maximum number of areas on offer, winning 12 blocks — 6 each in both the second and third OALP rounds. The Anil Agarwal-led Vedanta group, had put in 30 bids, and bagged 5 blocks each in OALP-II and OALP-III. During OALP-I, Vedanta was the most aggressive bidder, winning 41 of the 55 blocks on offer.

Global major BP Plc and its partner Reliance Industries (RIL) have jointly emerged as the winner of a block in this round. This marks the re-entry of RIL into domestic

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exploration and production after it stopped bidding for acreages in India.

The block BP and RIL have won is said to be on the east coast. RIL last won a block during the seventh round of auction under the New Exploration Licensing Policy in 2008. At present, RIL is operating in four blocks in India.

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The government has not received any bids for the remaining 5 areas, as per DGH. DGH has shortlisted the bidders after evaluation and is waiting for the government’s final clearance to sign the contracts.

The country’s largest producer, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, won 8 blocks — 7 under OALP-II and 1 under OALP-I. The only other company that won a block during the OALP-II and OALP-III rounds was Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL).

The current round had adopted all the features of the Hydrocarbon Exploration Licensing Policy, which ensures reduced royalty rates, no oil cess, a uniform licensing system, marketing and pricing freedom, a revenue-sharing model, and exploration rights on all retained areas for a full contract life for bidders.

After taking charge in his second term, Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said increasing domestic oil and gas production was priority for him.

The first round of the OALP was expected to bring in around ` 60,000 crore.

With the current two rounds also going onstream, the OALP regime has so far seen committed investment of around ` 1.4 trillion. Under the OALP regime, blocks are awarded to companies that offer the highest share to the government in a given block.

Source: PNGRB, Business Standard — Rakesh Roy

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Next Issue Focus June-July 2019 : ‘Advanced Automation: Embracing Digitalisation’ The Hydrocarbon industry is being transforming its each cycle of its operations and activities from finding new reserve to exploration & production, transportation and storage, to refining & processing, etc, through advanced automation and technologies. Digitalisation can leverage the full automation of the entire oil & gas value chain. Similarly, the business model of the highly volatile industry is also embracing digital technologies for real-time data, automated decision-making capabilities, and to improve operational activities.

The on-going June-July 2019 issue of Offshore World is based on ‘Advanced Automation: Embracing Digitalisation’. The issue will carry views and insights of leaders and experts from the entire Hydrocarbon gamut on ‘How Embracing Digitalisation can leverage the full Automation of Oil & Gas Industry’.

Following are few topics that will be covered in the issue: • Advanced Automation in Oil & Gas – Role of Digitalisation • Advanced Seismic Technology & Geophysical Surveillance – 3D & 4D • Transition of Industry 4.0 in Oil & Gas Industry • Transformation through Digital Technologies like; IoT, AI, Big Data, Machine Learning, Robotics, Block Chain, Analytics • Digitalisation and Specifically Automation to enhance Asset management for health, safety, and environmental performance.

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FEATURES

GASTech World Expo 2018:

Highlighting Relevance of Natural Gas as Primary Energy

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Date: 21-23 February 2018 Venue: CIDCO Exhibition Centre, Vashi, Navi Mumbai

hemtech organized the 1 st Edition of GASTech World Expo during its Oil & Gas World Expo 2018 to dedicatedly highlight the relevance of Natural Gas in the Energy mix. The theme of the Conference “Gas: Green Fuel for Sustainable Future” was conceptualized and designed to showcase the growing penetration of Natural Gas in the global energy mix and the unparalleled potential of the green fuel for India’s growing energy needs. The conference largely presented into four concepts – Share of Natural Gas in Indian Energy mix, LNG Infrastructure, City Gas Distribution System in the country to deliver gas to the last-mile connectivity, and Policy & Regulatory Framework to develop Gas market in India.

(L-R) Mr. Nitin Patil, CEO, Gujarat Gas Ltd; Dr. Ashutosh Karnatak, Director Projects, GAIL Ltd; Mr. Rajeev Mathur, Managing Director, Mahanagar Gas Ltd; & Chairman, GASTech World Expo 2018; Mr. Maulik Jasubhai, Chairman & Chief Executive, Jasubhai Group & Chemtech Foundation; and Mr. Sarthak Behuria, Executive Director - LNG & LPG, Adani Gas Ltd www.oswindia.com

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(L-R) Mr. Rajesh Mediratta, Director, India Energy Exchange; Mr. Rajnish Goswami, General Manager, LNG Marketing, SE Asia, India Sub continent & Middle East, Anadarko, Singapore Pte Ltd; Mr. Sturat Anson, BDM, Shell; Mr. I S Rao, Executive Director – Natural Gas, BPCL; Mr. Nitin Patil, CEO, GSPC; and Mr. A M Tambekar, Managing Director, Maharashtra Natural Gas Limited The inauguration of the maiden edition marked over 100 audiences across the value chain of Gas and LNG. To mark the commencement, Rajeev Mathur, Managing Director, Mahanagar Gas Ltd, who was also the Chairman of the 1 st GasTech Edition, thanked CHEMTECH for bringing the dedicate conference for Natural Gas and underlined its potential to become the primary energy source in the energy mix.

In his keynote address, Ashutosh Karnatak of GAIL Ltd, emphasized the need of balance between the infrastructure developments and polices towards City Gas Destruction (CGD) System in India to increase the current share of natural gas 6 per cent to 15 per cent by 2030. He also stressed upon the infrastructure development of cross country gas pipeline, the key enabler in CGD to make the country as a gas-based Economy.

Nitin Patil of Gujarat Gas Ltd, in his keynote, said that switching to natural gas to generate power is now a prudent choice looking at the

environmental impact of coal-fired plants and India’s commitment at COP 21. Simultaneously, factors such as higher availability, development of transmission and distribution infrastructure, cost savings and its eco-friendly characteristics of the clean fuel are propelling its use, he added.

Sarthak Behuria of Adani Gas Ltd, concluded the Inauguration Ceremony by saying that the government’s ambitious plan to increase natural gas share in India energy map is doable. While increase of LNG imports will ensure supply security for India’s gas demand, development of last mile connectivity, promotion of PNG & CNG is required in boosting the gas usage in the country, he added.

The first technical session focused on ‘Natural Gas Supply and Demand Dynamics’ The first session witnessed presence of eminent speakers from natural gas ecosystem. The session Chairman I S Rao of BPCL, gave the introductory

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(L-R) Mr. Rahul Deep Singh, MD, Hazira LNG Terminal; Mr. S V Kher, Director (B&T), Shipping Corporation of India; Mr. Sarthak Behuria, Executive Director LNG & LPG, Adani Gas Ltd; and Mr.Darshan Hiranandani, Managing Director, H Energy note and vital inputs by saying that LNG will be the largest contributor in the Gas sector due to constraint of gas flow through Cross-country. USA, Australia will be the largest LNG supplier countries in the world, while India, China and Asian countries will be driving the LNG market as the leading consumers of it, he added.

Exchange, put emphasis on ‘Cola-to-Gas route to boost the sustainable energy alternative’.

Other speakers like A M Tambekar of Maharashtra Natural Gas Ltd, and Stuart Anson of Shell, outlined on ‘Natural Gas relevance to the economic growth as well as energy sector’ and ‘Evolving role of Gas in global energy mix, respectively.

‘Gas Infrastructure Development - Infrastructure Creation vs Demand’ discussed on the second technical session The session was chaired by Sarthak Behuria of Adani Gas Ltd, and he shared his inputs with saying that CGD network is at the tail end of natural gas value chain, thus infrastructure is pivotal for the development of rest of the supply chain.

Rajnish Goswami of Singapore Pte Ltd, stressed on the ‘New and Emerging LNG Supply Options’, when Rajesh Mediratta of India Energy

Rahul Deep Singh of Hazira LNG Terminal, highlighted the proposed LNG regasification capacity expansion up to 62.2 MPTA by 2022 at West and East

(L-R) Dr. Walter M. Hart, Ph.D., P.E., Vice President, Natural Gas Liquids: Mr. K. K. Gandhi , Executive Director, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM); Mr. Prabhat Singh, Managing Director, Petronet LNG; and Mr. Claes Tigerstrand, Head - Southern Europe & Overseas, Technical Market Development & Customer Service, BA Europe, Outokumpu www.oswindia.com

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(L-R) Mr. Anish De, Partner & Head, Strategy & Operations Advisory, (Infrastructure), KPMG India; Mr. Rajesh Mediratta, Director, India Energy Exchange; Mr. D K Sarraf, Chairperson, Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board; Mr. Prabhat Singh, MD & CEO, Petronet LNG and Mr. Vivek Joshi, Executive Director, Natural Gas Society coasts of India and how it will lead the infrastructure development of CGD Network in the country.

Darshan Hiranandani of H Energy, said that Natural Gas could play an key role for the clean energy future for India due its inherent qualities of efficient, easy to transport and with a high calorific value. It necessitates the development of import and distribution infrastructure including new import terminals, adequate storage and regasification facilities, and distribution networks to deliver gas to the end-customer, he added.

S V Kher of SCI, underlined the attribute of FSRUs that enable gas companies to commence LNG imports relatively cheaply and quickly.

‘Innovation & Technology’ was talked on in the third session Prabhat Singh of Petronet LNG, chaired the ‘Innovation & Technology’ session and stressed on the urgent need of building a strong LNG supply

chain through investments in procuring/building LNG ships and laying adequate pipeline networks to connect gas fields to liquefaction plants for the transportation of gas within the country and deliver gas to the last-mile connectivity.

Dr Walter Hart of Natural Gas Liquids, said that India should make a holistic plan to adopt LNG as feedstock for power plants for its burgeoning energy demand and to match the world’s natural gas share of 15 per cent in energy mix by addressing the existing challenges of inadequacy of infrastructure on supply side.

K K Gandhi of SIAM, talked on the emerging global adoption of clean vehicles accelerating by both Natural Gas Vehicles (NGVs) and Electric Vehicles (EVs).

The last session on ‘Regulatory & Policy Initiatives to Shape Gas Market’ The last session of the conference was a form of panel discussion and discussed on the policy and regulatory framework to develop and boost the Indian gas market. D K Sarraf of PNGRB, highlighted the government’s plan to maximise the number of gas connections to reach the target of 25% energy consumption through natural gas by 2030.

Anish De of KPMG India, the session moderator, said that to make India a sustainable gas-based economy requires more domestic gas production by policy flexibility as well as importing larger volumes of LNG. Vivek Joshi of Natural Gas Society, said that transport and fertilizers sectors, power plants and industrial sector are the major growth drivers of gas, and an efficient, well-functioning supply chain to match the gas demand that will increasingly become part of India’s LNG import and distribution networks.

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Skill and Sense in Corrosion Estimation and Materials Selection for Oil & Gas Industry The article outlines the corrosion estimation during each cycle of Oil & Gas process and the material selection to mitigate the risk occurring due to corrosion.

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here is no question that, as much as any other aspect of engineering design, success in corrosion rate estimation requires knowledge, a n d i m p ro v e s w i t h p r a c t i c e .

It’s a skill that can be taught and benefits from a large body of published papers, text books and a number of established methodologies. Various software models for certain corrosive environments help to make the process of analysis more consistent in approach and accurate in outcome.

downstream, the first material of construction to consider is carbon steel.

Carbon steel will corrode in many aqueous and acidic environments but if

The first step is to decide what kind of corrosion damage is expected, if any. Some environments can be quite benign, but a change in conditions, even as simple as a faster flow rate of fluids, could be critical in causing corrosive attack . That could cause the wall thickness to become thinner generally or locally, or could initiate various mechanisms of cracking in a material. An experienced corrosion engineer will consider all the likely damage mechanisms and ensure that the risk of each of them is considered in estimating the rate of wall loss or type of cracking that could occur. The damage mechanisms vary with the combination of environment and material so a m at ri x o f p o s s i b l e m ate ri a l s m ay n e e d to b e co n s i d e re d a n d e ve r y potential environment ranging from transportation and storage, hydrotest, various ‘normal’ operations, shut-downs and mothballing etc.

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Figure 1. A corrosion rate estimate for a pipeline containing some CO 2 and H 2 S. The upper graph shows the pipeline elevation profile and flow regime. The middle graph shows the variation in gas and liquid flow rate related to the elevation profile changes and the bottom graph shows the corrosion profile along the pipeline.

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Figure 2: An example of materials risk evaluation for a range of inlet conditions of varying fluid composition and temperature. Left hand symbol indicates risk of failure by cracking or pitting. Right hand symbol indicates if material is allowed or not allowed according to the ISO 15156 standard for environments containing H 2 S.

the rate of attack is low, or can be managed by a variety of means then this cost-effective material is the preferred choice.

To make a reliable estimate of the corrosion rate of carbon steel requires the correct input parameters that influence the rate of attack to be drawn together.

Oil and gas are often produced with water, or have water condensing, and that water contains the dissolved acid gases which are typically present, Carbon Dioxide (CO 2) and Hydrogen Sulphide (H 2S). The rate of attack depends upon the concentration of dissolved gases, which is dependent upon the pressure and temperature. To estimate the rate of corrosion the input parameters include the chemical composition of the liquid and gas phases, the pressure

and temperature and the rate of flow of the fluids, oil, gas and water. Faster flowing fluids bring corrosive species to a surface at a faster rate resulting in swifter corrosion and they also flush away the corrosion products so that fresh metal is exposed to be attacked. The changing flow rates and volumes of oil and water can markedly alter the corrosivity because some water fractions in oil can form an emulsion which is far less conductive and in some cases can be highly protective to corrosion attack.

For any corrosion evaluation it is normal to consider a range of conditions such as start-up, steady-flow, later-life, or maximum and minimum flow rates or range of water-cuts and combinations of Summer and Winter

A l i ke a n y o t h e r a s p e c t o f e n g i n e e r i n g d e s i g n , s u cce s s i n co r ro s i o n ra te e s t i m a t i o n re q u i re s k n o w l e d g e, a n d i m p ro ve s w i t h p ra c t i ce. Va r i o u s s o f t wa re m o d e l s f o r ce r t a i n co r ro s i ve e n v i ro n m e n t s h e l p to m a ke t h e p ro ce s s o f a n a l y s i s m o re co n s i s te n t i n a p p ro a c h a n d a cc u ra te i n o u tco m e. www.oswindia.com

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FEATURES With a strong track record of success in selecting materials we are confident that the rules we have developed and built into our materials selection software bring a lot of sense and simplicity to the challenging task of getting the corrosion estimation and material selection right. temperatures and pressures. The analysis may be for a new-build design or considering potential life-extension of existing plant under possibly new operating conditions. Once the matrix of conditions has been drawn up there can be many permutations of variables that need to be evaluated because its not simply the case that the hottest or fastest flowing will result in the highest rate of corrosion, sometimes an intermediate set of conditions will be found to give the highest rate of attack. It is therefore important that the calculations can be done efficiently and consistently with complete traceability of input data to resulting corrosion rate estimates. This has been a major focus in the latest software developed for the oil and gas industry which allows large numbers of input parameters to be entered easily and evaluated simultaneously.

Sometimes an incorrect conclusion may be reached by a failure to recognise that input data is wrong, e.g. units may be misinterpreted in fluid flow rates, or maximum values are taken for every parameter resulting in an unrealistically severe set of conditions which will never be experienced in practice. Good sense is needed to identify if the fault lies in the input data, not the software tool or the model being applied for the estimation.

For pipelines an added complication is the effect of the elevation profile of the pipeline. Every part of a pipeline experiences a unique combination of input parameters as the changes in pressure and temperature with length and elevation impact the hold -up of liquids (area fraction of the pipeline occupied by liquid) and that changes the local liquid and gas flow velocities and flow regime in multiphase flow pipelines. Including pipeline elevation profile and hydrodynamic analysis to determine the flow regime along with the corrosion analysis in the software used is an integral part of pipeline corrosion evaluation.

by using chemicals such as corrosion inhibitors or circulation of MEG to reduce the corrosivity so that the corrosion allowance will provide a longer lifetime for the equipment.

In some cases, the rate of corrosion will be shown to be too high to mitigate through extra steel or chemical injection and so materials which are more resistant, such as stainless steels or nickel alloys, may need to be considered.

This is where knowledge of the performance of materials in the real world becomes crucial to getting the right answer, especially, given the higher cost of these materials. There can be subtle changes in tendency for stainless steel to pit or to crack as the temperature, liquid pH, water composition and partial pressures of acid gases change. Whilst there are several guides to conditions that can cause localised attack or cracking it is wise to use a software tool that is pre-programmed to identify the risk level of using various materials to ensure all possible damage risks are considered.

Our experience of advising on materials selection over three decades has proven that sometimes the international standards and guidelines are misinterpreted or misunderstood and can sometimes be confusing and contradictory. Our approach to materials selection is based upon documents and published laboratory data, but heavily informed by our experience of how materials have performed in practice. With a strong track record of success in selecting materials we are confident that the rules we have developed and built into our materials selection software bring a lot of sense and simplicity to the challenging task of getting the corrosion estimation and material selection right.

It is important to consider the profile of corrosion rate along the length of the pipeline, both in the liquid phase and, for stratified flow, in the gas phase at the top of the line. Changing pipeline design, diameter, coating type (controlling the temperature in the pipeline through the rate of heat transfer through the wall) can all be shown to affect the corrosion profile.

So pipeline design is often an iterative process and having a user-friendly interface to the corrosion software that allows exploration of the impact of design changes on the corrosion rate estimate results can go a long way to providing an optimised overall design.

Once the carbon steel corrosion rate is known decisions can be taken on whether the cumulative wall thickness loss over the lifetime of the project is manageable. Adding corrosion allowance to plant piping and vessels is a practical way to extend their life and improve safety. In pipelines, the cost of some extra mm of steel can be high and so this may be partially offset Offshore World | 21 | April-May 2019

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Simultaneous Crack and Metal Loss Inspection CHALLENGE As part of a major oil and gas production company’s pipeline integrity plan, a scheduled MFL metal loss inspection of a 48” diameter offshore loop line was halted when the caliper run encountered a severe dent. This 48 km (30 mile) pipeline is a crucial asset of the operators.

Due to the identification of a sever dent, successful inspection had now become a difficult challenge as a new technology would be TECHNOLOGY SELECTION GUIDE required to inspect the loop line. The selected tool must be capable of negotiating the substantial ID reduction anomaly and inspect for mechanical damage, metal loss, gouges, and cracklike anomalies, all in a single run. Achieving high accuracy whilst maintaining a critical reporting threshold for cracks (1 mm depth, 25 mm length) was an e s s e nt i a l e l e m e nt f o r t h e operator’s post inspec tion Finite Element Method integrity assessments. It was also essential that the ILI report clearly and concisely interpret the results providing thorough analysis for future survey reference. www.oswindia.com

“NDT Global Delivered Comprehensive Inspection Data of Combined Critical Features in a Single Run”

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The entire program had to be completed within 6 months, from contract award to submission of final report, Fitness for Purpose assessment and Finite Element Method report.

SOLUTION After evaluating available solutions, the operator asked NDT Global to inspect the pipeline. A combination run consisting of Evo 1.0 UC, Evo 1.0 UMp and Atlas UG robots delivered a comprehensive inspection in a single run. These technologies accurately detect, locate, and size metal loss and axially oriented crack-like anomalies, providing high-resolution mapping and XYZ coordinates for the pipeline. In particular, the company’s innovative Enhanced Sizing for ultrasonic crack inspections removes depth sizing boundaries that previously existed for depths above 4 mm (0.16 in).

NDT Global’s technology is unique in its ability to perform a combination UT compression wave type ILI robot run, with XYZ mapping, for the

detection of metal loss and lamination anomalies, while having the ability to simultaneously complete crack detection.

RESULTS • H i g h - a cc u ra c y i n l i n e i n s p e c t i o n u s i n g N DT G l o b a l ’s u l t ra s o n i c technologies successfully detected metal loss and crack-like features.

• Critical reporting threshold for cracks 1 mm (0.04 in) depth, 25 mm (0.98 in) length) was maintained.

• Results will guide future inspection frequency, using trend analysis, and anomaly tracking, while applying only the most stringent internationally accepted codes, standards and specifications.

• Data and recommendations enable the operator to prevent pipeline failures by; removing or repairing significant defects, determine the inter val bet ween future inspec tions with or without repair of identified defects and calculate maximum allowable operating pressure (MAOP).

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S. S. Gupta, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies,Dehradun, India

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Dr. P. Vijay, Associate Professor , University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India

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Dr. A. K. Arya, Asst. Professor , University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, India

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Ashish Khera, Director, Allied Engineers

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Ibrahim Abu-Aisha, Key Account Manager, NDT Global

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ZADCO Extends Life on Major Offshore Complex by Performing Structural Integrity Assessment Using SACS to implement a Substructure Modeling and Analysis Methodology reduced costs, shortened inspection times The case study analyses a structural integrity assessment for requalification of the aging jackets of ‘Zakum Oil Field’ operated by Zakum Development Company (ZADCO) for reliable asset life and to support continued operation of the field. The project required reviewing data current loading, modifications, metocean data, marine growth profiles, and inspection and corrosion information, and upgrading the models accordingly using SACS – an Offshore Structural Analysis and Design Software.

Reliable Operating Life Situated in the Persian Gulf about 80 kilometers off the coast of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Zakum oil field is one of the world’s largest, most productive oil fields owned and operated by Zakum Development Company (ZADCO) on behalf of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). The field consists of 450 wells tied to approximately 90 platforms, with Zakum Central Complex as the principal offshore platform accommodating separation facilities, a gas treatment plant, water injection plant, power generation plant, pipeline risers and pigging traps, and associated utilities. A 375-by46-meter platform, the Zakum Central Complex consists of nine jackets, eight interconnected decks, and three riser support towers.

With jackets installed in 1980 now nearing anticipated operating life, ZADCO initiated a structural integrity assessment for requalification of the aging jackets to extend reliable asset life and to support continued operation of the Zakum offshore facility. As part of the life extension process, ZADCO needed to verify and update models independently generated by different engineering contractors and examine their design level assessments. The project required reviewing data current loading, modifications, metocean data, marine growth profiles, and inspection and corrosion information, and upgrading the models accordingly. Structural analyses using SACS and SACS Collapse were integral to ZADCO’s methodology for assessing and requalifying the jackets, as well as for identifying critical welded nodes and updating risk-based inspection frequency.

A Dynamic Substructure Modeling Approach As ZADCO’s main offshore processing complex, the deck platforms at Zakum Central Complex were loaded with numerous process modules, office units, material handling equipment, and safety apparatus, each supported by two independent jackets. The facility models, with deck and jacket models combined, were too large to accurately assess the structural analysis and www.oswindia.com

Project Summary Organization: Zakum Development Company (ZADCO) Solution: Mining and Offshore Engineering Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Project Objectives: • Perform structural integrity assessment and requalification for aging jackets at the Zakum Central Complex offshore oil platform to extend the operating life of the facility.

• Decouple combined jacket and deck models to improve maneuverability for future structural assessments and modifications.

• Identify critical welded nodes for detailed subsea inspection and update risk ranking and risk-based inspection frequency.

Products used: SACS, SACS Collapse Fast Facts • ZADCO implemented a substructure modeling and optioneering methodology for life extension and requalification of nine jacket structures.

• SACS was used to conduct design reviews and nonlinear strength analyses of the jacket structures.

ROI • Bentley applications improved design efficiency, reduced resource hours, cut costs, and shortened the project schedule.

• SACS Collapse optimized identification of critical nodes, reducing the total number by 50 per cent.

• Using separated jacket and deck SACS models saved USD 180,000 and halved the duration of subsea inspections of critical nodes, saving USD 165,000 per inspection period.

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CASE STUDY “Bentley SACS provides helpful tools to manage and maintain mega structural models for all lifecycle assessments, thereby mitigating the operational risks to as low as is reasonably practical.�

- Wilson John, Structural Integrity Engneer, ZADCO life expectancy. To allow for more accurate and accelerated analysis, ZADCO separated the combined jacket and deck SACS models. The team generated the deck substructures for each jacket for structural analysis in SACS and carried out nonlinear pushover analysis using SACS Collapse to assess ultimate strength on independent jackets.

Since the size of the models was the main hurdle for rapid engineering, separating the originally combined models enabled structural analysis and code checks of the decks in SACS to be completed quickly without losing accuracy. Using SACS and SACS Collapse to implement a dynamic substructure

modeling and analysis methodology allowed for modification proposals on a specific deck structure to be easily verified and assessed without the interaction of jacket and pile structure analyses. Overall, the ability to properly decouple the models for accurate assessment of the jackets and decks helped identify individual failure mechanisms, preventing consequential facility failures, improving asset safety, and ensuring code compliance.

Optimizing Subsea Inspections As part of the life extension process, ZADCO sought to identify critical welded nodes, which are essential for platform integrity, and update the

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risk ranking and risk-based inspection frequency. The interoperability of B entley sof t ware enabled the projec t team to simulate various failure scenarios, allowing them to fully understand the behavior of the structural components and rank the criticality of the nodes. Conducting iterative analyses and ultimate strength assessments using SACS and SACS Collapse on the independent jacket models allowed the team to measure structural redundancy and optimize the number of critical subsea nodes for inspection, reducing the number of inspections by 50 percent.

The abilit y to efficiently explore different strength and mitigation alternatives using Bentley’s offshore structural design and analysis capabilities resulted in significant time and cost savings and improved overall lifecycle asset management for Zakum Central Complex. Prior to the project, 17 nodes per jacket, totaling 153 nodes, were identified as critical and requiring inspection. After performing the life extension assessment, ZADCO identified only 76 joints as being critical for inspection, half the original amount. This resulted in reducing inspection durations from 40 to 20 days and cutting periodic inspection costs by USD 165,000 per inspection period.

risks associated with platform collapse and potential marine pollution.

Implementing a proactive maintenance process based on substructure modeling, accurate analysis, and asset criticality extended structural reliability and integrity of the Zakum Central Complex for continued operation and production.

The interoperability of Bentley applications permitted the project team to evaluate multiple ways in which to analyze and determine jacket strength and facilitate risk-based ranking to identify critical nodes for lifecycle asset management. Having advanced structural analysis technology ensures platform robustness and safet y of the onboard personnel, and it eliminates costly platform repairs. Compared to conventional methodologies, the availability of separate jacket and deck SACS models enables better model maneuverability for future engineering analyses.

The substructure decoupling solution offers sustainable benefits, saving significant time and costs associated with model updating and analysis, and demonstrates the success of this modeling methodology for managing complex mega-structures.

Achieving Sustainable Benefits Using SACS and SACS Collapse improved design efficiency, required fewer resource hours, reduced costs, and shortened the project schedule. ZADCO achieved a 30 percent reduction in engineering resources, which yielded a cost savings of USD 20,000 per jacket, for a total savings of USD 180,000 for all nine jackets. Bentley software enabled accidental asset damage to be quickly modeled and analyzed to study platform reserve capacity, mitigating www.oswindia.com

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Health and Safety Practices and Measures in Refining & Petrochemicals The oil and gas industry is vital to our nation and to our nation’s economy. With India’s oil demand projected to more than double in 25 years, the oil refining industry has tremendous growth opportunities. Health & Safety awareness is a vital constituent of oil and gas activities because most of the operational conditions, chemicals, and end products are known to pose serious threats. All employers, employees, and contractors within the oil and gas industry are responsible for ensuring safe and healthful work sites. This article looks at implementation of good safety systems and its performance measurement, monitoring methods.

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o ensure the growth of business, organisation must be committed to continuously improving their safety performance at all of three areas – people, plant and processes. A focus on safety and health puts people first and that is the right thing to do. But it also makes good business sense because a good safety record reduces risk and costs. It enhances productivity.

When we care for people, it is reflected in the care employees take for each other, for their equipment, and every aspect of their jobs. An organisation goal should always be safe production with people who are committed to continually improving safety performance every day.

The 3P’s approach (Figure 1) which is focussing on below mentioned three key interlinked and overlapping areas is adopted by many of the industries – 1. People Safety – Driven by strong safety culture 2. Plant Safety – Driven by Process Safety Management system 3. Processes – Driven by Safety Management systems For the ‘People’ area a programme of safety culture activities should be developed to provide improved safety culture in both occupational and process safety.

For the ‘Plant’ area, a defined PSM road map with milestones to achieve should be developed, it may be based on good process safety management (PSM) standard like USA OSHA process safety management (PSM) standard which is based on 14 PSM elements.

For the ‘Processes’ area the good Safety management system like OHSAS 18001 and associated continuous improvement process should be used.

1. People Safety – It is driven by strong safety culture and commitment of the management. To build and sustain any system like safety, reliability, operational excellence, the foundation must be strong safety culture.

What is Safety Culture?

A commonly quoted definition of safety culture is “The safety culture of an organisation is the product of individual and group values, attitudes, perceptions, competencies, and patterns of behaviour that determine the commitment to, and the style and proficiency of, an organisation’s health and safety management. Organisations with a positive safety culture are characterised by communications founded on mutual trust, by shared perceptions of the importance of safety and by confidence in the efficacy of preventive measures.” (Reference - ACSNI Human Factors Study Group: Third report - Organising for safety HSE Books 1993) Or in simpler terms “the way things are done in the organization” Because safety culture is mainly about values, perceptions, attitudes and behaviours it is difficult to see and is often likened to an iceberg floating in water – the bit you can see above the water is only a small part of the whole iceberg. With safety culture values, perceptions and attitudes can’t be seen but the resulting behaviours can be seen which is why behavioural observation programmes are used in organisations as part of a cultural change initiative.

Importance of Safety Culture Good technical and management systems, procedures provide important structure for safety but without good safety culture, these do not produce required results. Many accident investigation reports identified poor safety culture as one of the major root cause of accidents. A good safety culture works like linkage and lubrication between the different technical and management systems to result in an effective outcome.

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Safety Culture Measurement and Benchmarking There is a saying “what gets measured gets improved”. Eight focus areas are identified for improvement, measurement and benchmarking with international standards. The focus areas are: 1. Organisational commitment 2. Health and safety oriented behaviours Offshore World | 27 | April-May 2019

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Health and safety trust Usability of procedures Engagement in health and safety Peer group attitudes Resources for health and safety Accident and near miss reporting

Based on these eight focus areas, organisation can conduct annual survey of all its employees and contractors.

Actions to Improve Safety Culture Elements of safety culture development must be started at the earliest in the organisations. It is also advisable that attributes of good safety culture is imparted from top leadership to future leaders and all employees of the organisation.

Attributes of a good safety culture: • Good safety leadership –  Clear safety vision and senior level commitment  Leadership starts at the top but includes all levels of management • Visible management – “Walk the talk” • High levels of accountability & ownership for safety • Engagement and involvement of people at all levels • Good understanding and assessment of hazards • Clear and well understood procedures, rules and systems • Good safety communications  Has to be two way and must include all levels of the organisation  Listening skills are very important  How we say it, what we don’t say and our body language are very important • Trust between management and frontline staff • High level of care for own safety and for that of others • Intolerance to unsafe acts / conditions • Clear and consistent rewards and punishments for safety – “Just culture” • Learning organisation  Uses every opportunity for learning & continuous improvement • Organizational pride Some key actions followed by safety culture trainings and surveys are:• Start of recorded safety walks for all employees at manager and above levels • Focus on senior management leading by example and always challenging anything unsafe • Monthly recorded housekeeping inspections in all areas – to generate ‘pride in the workplace’ • Star t of monthly safety briefing on the first day of each month – delivered at site by senior management and attended by all employees and contractors

• Focus on improving local safety teams to give higher employee participation • Reward and recognition for safety must include ground level workforce • Focus on quality of accident / incident investigation – major training exercise on root cause analysis for investigations and adoption of good root cause analysis methodology and software as company standard.

• Focus on ensuring strict compliance with basic safety rules • Launching of initiatives by which employee will think and review about hazards of activity before execution and provide feedback. Few examples are STAR (Stop, Think, Act, Review), STOP (Safety, Training, Observation, Program) initiatives.

• Focus on near miss reporting and identifying areas for improvement.

• Focus on eliminating short cuts 2. Plant Safety – This approach include implementation of strong Process Safety Management System to ensure safety during refinery operation and maintenance activities, safety of equipment and stringent quality assurance criteria for equipment and contractor selection processes.

What is Process Safety?

Process Safety is preventing the release of hazardous materials or energies from operating facilities. Failure in Process safety may result in Industrial disaster and huge damage to both company and community such as Bhopal, BP Texas incidents. Process safety works on principle of different layers of protection from inherent safety features in plant design to handling of offsite emergency plans.

Importance of Process Safety A strong Process safety management system prevents major process incident and boost up employees moral for working. It ensures that plant will run safely and reliably. After Bhopal incident in India, on 2nd December 1984, many countries understood that it is not only the personal safety, the process safety is equally important because, though the frequency of process safety incidents is low but their consequence is huge in terms of loss to community, loss of business and company’s reputation. Many countries like USA (OSHA CFR 1910.119) and European Union (Seveso directive) made law for minimum compliance of process safety management system and are following very strictly.

Focus areas for improvement in process safety, its measurement and Benchmarking Though there is no legal obligation to implement Process Safety in India but refinery and petro-chemical sector is going beyond the legal requirement and initiated implementation of process safety management system in their organisations. A dedicated PSM team frames a defined road map to implement Process safety management system in organisations. The scope of PSM road map is mainly based on OSHA CFR 1910.119 which includes

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14 PSM elements. In Figure 2, PSM element organisation is shown under four different pillars.

Actions Taken to Improve Process Safety To sustain a system, employees must participate and involve in that system implementation. Hence a PSM organogram should be framed such that it ensures participation of top management to bottom most employee of company and contractor. Roles, responsibility and accountability should be assigned to the persons involved in PSM organogram, and implementation progress should be monitored from different levels. A sample PSM organogram is shown as Figure 3.

Some key actions suggested in PSM road map were as follows:• PSM sensitization workshop for senior management.

• PSM awareness training to all company and contractor employees.

• Initiated senior management PSM walk through in process units to motivate, sensitize and explain the vulnerability of process activities to plant O & M persons.

• Identification of PSM key activities where all employees can participate and provide an online portal for monitoring their participation.

• Ensuring availability and accessibility of process safety information documents like PID, PFD, MSDS to plant operation and maintenance persons.

• Permit audits by plant operation and maintenance persons –like one permit audit per person per month.

• Standard procedure for writing procedures.

• Ensuring training, re-training, and validation of all O & M person for plant O & M procedures. Mandatory PSM induction training for new joiners.

• Standardisation of different forms / check list formats.

• Identification of PSM critical equipment and ensuring their inspection, testing and preventive maintenance as per schedule.

• Identification of PSM critical activities and stringent selection and evaluation criteria for PSM critical contractors.

• Strict monitoring and control over ‘Management of change’ process.

• Better investigation of PSM incidents to get the human aspect in root cause identification through trained professional • HAZOP and QRA study for the company in minimum 5 year period.

• Development of internal leaders for HAZOP and PSM audits.

• PSM dashboard for measurement of PSM leading and lagging indicators and monthly review of it.

• PSM external audit based on some good PSM standard like OSHA CFR 1910.119.

• PSM gap assessment by 3 rd party for analysis of it’s effectiveness up to the shop floor.

• Presentation and communication of PSM issues and highlights in monthly townhall meetings.

• Observing important days like Bhopal incident and share PSM learning.

• Declaration of ‘video of the month’ from The US Chemical Safety Board (CSB) videos and conducting monthly competition on those videos.

• Circulation of CCPS beacons and learning from incident (LFI) for employee awareness and ensuring these are being discussed and displayed in departments.

PSM Assessment Results Process Safety Management System will be effective only if it is understood and followed by each and every employee in the organisation. Gap assessments and audits should be used to identify areas of improvement.

3. Processes (System, standards, procedures) – Safety Management systems is driven by high level of commitment to safety by all and should be framed based on best national and international practices.

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Effect on Incidents The ultimate aim of any safety management system is to prevent incidents and to reduce their severity. Organisations believe that “All injuries are Preventable” and “Any number beyond ZERO on incident rate, is basically a human who got affected at workplace”. There are generally two key measures of injury accidents, are lost time accidents (LTA) and total recordable injury rate (TRIR).

Actions to improve Safety Management System • Implement OHSAS 18001 safety management system standard with a program for continual improvement.

• Software systems for managing and tracking data  Dashboards  Safety portal / PSM portal  All incidents and audits are entered into SAP  Tracking of all actions from incidents and audits in SAP • Development and improvement of procedures • Improvement of risk assessments / Job Safety Analysis • Root cause analysis / learning from accidents • Training and ensuring competency for safety methods and systems.

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Organisation should follow a safety strategy of focussing on three key areas – Process safety management (Plant), Safety management systems (Processes), and safety culture (People). The first two of these provide the essential foundations of good safety but a good safety culture is equally important.

Use different tools like external audit, assessments and surveys to measure performance in these three areas of safety and to drive improvements.

Results from various companies have shown that following a structured process such as the one described can bring significant improvements in both injury rates and in the number of process incidents. This will make refining and petro-chemical sector a best place to work.

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Ian Thorpe Vice President - Health and Safety HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd

Pratik Sharma Manager - Process Safety HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd

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How M anaging Risk i n t h e Oi l & G a s I n du s t r y Ca n Prevent a Large- S c a l e Di s a s t er The US Bureau of Labor Statistics suggests more than half a million of the US population work in the Oil & Gas Industr y – with the number of global workers estimated between five and six million. The nature of working with hazardous materials in hostile environments means oil and gas workers are often exposed to dangerous conditions. How can oil and gas companies ensure they are fulfilling duty of care by protec ting the welfare of their employees? In this ar ticle, Lana Ginns, Marketing Manager at Fluenta, discusses how managing risks through continuous asset monitoring and connec ted technologies can highlight equipment failures and operational issues before they contribute to disaster.

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elivering effective risk management has never been easy in the

from the well expanded into the drilling riser and rose into the drilling

Oil & Gas Industr y. The penalties for failure - in terms of impact

rig, where it ignited and exploded, engulfing the platform. 126 crew

on people, environment, reputation and finances - are ex treme.

members were on board: seven BP employees, 79 from Transocean and

Though many oil and gas companies are taking responsible steps to

employees of various other companies. Despite a three day US Coast

eradicate possible dangers, reducing risk must be at the centre of all new

Guard search, eleven missing workers were never found. The Deepwater

projects going for ward. New technology and an increased awareness of

Horizon sank on the morning of 22 April 2010. Considered the largest

safety must be the driving force behind operational reform.

accidental marine oil spill in the histor y of the petroleum industr y, the US Government estimated the total discharge at 4.9 million barrels.

High risk, high pressure Price volatility has been a major concern for the sector, with increasing

There are many potential causes of such an accident, including the sudden

costs of ex traction and the frequency of political events that affect oil

release of gas under pressure or the introduction of an ignition source

prices. While competition from alternative energy sources and new

into an explosive or flammable environment. The Hydrocarbon Releases

technologies has remained limited, the Oil & Gas Industr y is continuing

(HCRs) that cause explosions like these are, in simple terms, leaks.

to contend with fluc tuations in demand. Politics may also add to strategic challenges. Access to reser ves, risk of nationalisation and a shift in the regulator y climate can be costly for the industr y. Regulator y compliance has also exacerbated operational and financial challenges.

As safet y regulations and environmental guidelines are tightened, the oil and gas sector is pressured to add substantial investments to ensure compliance. However, for oil and gas workers operating in less than hospitable environments, this is the where the biggest risk lies.

Leaks will inevitably happen during operations, and while significant efforts are being made to reduce HCRs, innovations in remote monitoring technology can still be fur ther exploited to reduce risk. The recent Step Change in Safety campaign was suppor ted by stakeholders in the UK offshore industr y and demonstrated what could be achieved by increasing focus on safety procedures. In 2010 the total number of HCRs was 187. The Step Change in Safety campaign aimed to reduce this by 50% over a three year period. Whilst the campaign fell shor t – reducing

Safety first

the number of leaks by 49% - the approach demonstrated what was

Although rare, there is a risk of on-site explosions in the Oil & Gas

possible when more attention is given to on-site safety. Following an

Industr y. The Deepwater Horizon oil spill (also referred to as the BP

investigation into the Deepwater Horizon disaster, it was discovered

oil spill) began on April 20, 2010, in the Gulf of Mexico on the BP-

that a number of asset failures had contributed to the explosion and a

operated Macondo Prospect. At approximately 9:45 pm, methane gas

dangerous HCR had not been detected.

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Hostile working environments

possible by helicopter. However, new connected technologies can help

Monitoring potentially explosive environments for the presence of

counteract the effect of hostile environments and identify or deal with

flammable vapours is an important health and safety practice and should

potential issues before they become a catalyst for disaster.

be suppor ted by the use of accurate measuring equipment. Historically, equipment checks were the responsibility of on-site personnel. This

In late 2015 a fire aboard a rig in the Caspian Sea resulted in the deaths

meant placing a human being into a potentially dangerous environment.

of a number of oil and gas workers. This was caused by a gas pipeline

D u e to t h e n at u re o f f o s s i l f u e l l o c at i o n a n d e x t ra c t i o n , c r i t i c a l infrastructure for the Oil & Gas Industr y is often located in remote environments: in the middle of the ocean or in ex treme heat or cold.

The Deepwater Horizon oil rig was a semi-submersible, mobile, floating,

that was damaged in high winds. By recording critical data to the cloud, companies can understand the impact of ex treme weather on oil rigs and implement procedures to reduce the risk of an incident occurring again. Had the owners of the rig been more aware of the likelihood of such an incident happening, the site could have been evacuated earlier.

drilling rig that operated in waters up to 10,000 feet deep. Sea water

Connecting technology and separating risk

could impact asset per formance, under water debris could affect flow

Cloud technology and the availabilit y of internet connec tivit y now

and cold deep-water temperatures could freeze equipment. Monitoring

enables remote asset management. Cloud infrastruc ture is able to

assets in hostile environments is crucial for risk reduction, but these

suppor t the constant monitoring and storage of data on remote ser vers

punishing conditions can mean maintenance is a dangerous task.

any where in the world in real time via IoT. Monitoring equipment installed on local assets transmits information to software that is stored

The management of plants located in dangerous and ex treme

on central ser vers, rather than physically on an oil and gas site. If an

e nv i ro n m e nt s i s t ra d i t i o n a l l y p ro v i d e d b y a l a rg e a n d ex p e n s i ve

asset is malfunctioning – or is about to do so – oil and gas companies

workforce. A Nor th Sea oil rig will typically station between 50 and

will be aler ted. When this real-time data is fed into software such as

100 permanent staff on board - each working 12 hour shifts. Should an

a continuous emission monitoring system (CEMS), organisations can

incident such as an explosion occur, access to deep water rigs is only

then collect, record and repor t data remotely.

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With internet connectivity available almost anywhere, businesses can

equipment in dangerous environments. IoT and cloud technologies

access the CEMS data feeds of remote assets from multiple sites around

empower oil and gas companies to pre - empt an incident before it

the world. It is not necessary to store and run the software on a machine on-site, which removes the need for on-site staff. Additionally, the data is stored securely on multiple remote ser vers with back up and

occurs, significantly reducing human risk. Future considerations for

is not dependent on the health and reliability of an on-site machine.

reality and augmented reality to train staff. Using simulators - similar

reducing risk also focus on improving personnel training. The industr y is in discussions to use new visualisation technologies such as vir tual to those used in the airline industr y - can expose workers to a range of

I f co m p a n i e s d o n o t c u rre nt ly h ave te c h n o l o g y to f u l ly a u to m ate

hazards and scenarios, which they cannot normally be trained to react

an installation - or if they are not positioned to deploy Ar tificial

to. Similarly, drilling rigs are becoming more and more automated.

Intelligence (AI) at this time - star ting to collect relevant information

Automation will eventually reduce the number of employees needed at

now will enable more sophisticated decision making for the future.

a drill site, and overall safety rates can be improved. Mitigating risk in the Oil & Gas Industr y and preparing personnel could be the difference

The remote measurement and testing of assets can almost eliminate

between a well-managed oil rig and a large scale disaster.

human risk. With continuous measurement, operators can discover leaks through a process called mass balancing. By accounting for material entering and leaving pipes, mass flows can be identified which might have been unknown, or previously difficult to measure. For example, operators can use mass balancing to identify faulty valves within their pipe systems that may be causing dangerous leaks. Remote action can be taken to update software, shut down failing or faulty systems, and if there is a danger of explosion, extract on-site personnel immediately.

Lana Ginns By implementing connec ted technologies the Oil & Gas Industr y is

Marketing Manager

mitigating risk and reducing the threat of a large scale oil and gas

Fluenta

disaster. Through cloud technology oil and gas companies can remotely

Email: lana@fluenta.com

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Drones – Oil & Gas Assets are not Remote Anymore

Drones have given the engineers the technologists to explore the unexplored.

We no longer need to risk human life or need to depend on predic tion without unsuppor ted data to arrive at critical decisions.

Dr Arunkumar Ranganathan AVP & Head DCG, Energy Utilities & Services, Infosys Ltd

D

rones – Most commonly known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles/ Systems.

They are the subset of Robots with Unmanned flight capabilities.

They can fly autonomously, controlled by embedded software or can be remotely operated by controller on the ground. Drones have given the engineers and technologists to explore the unexplored. We no longer need to risk human life or need to depend on prediction without unsupported data to

Mobility: Speed, ease of use and efficiency of drones will provide the oil and gas companies with the oppor tunity to collect data at large scale and analyze it in real time Cost: Drones replace on the field crews, Helicopters and other transport mode, thereby bringing down inspection costs drastically.

arrive at critical decisions. Drones offer inexpensive visibility without risking human safety performing tasks ranging from surreal (ex: Volcano Monitoring,

Oil & Gas and Drones

Oil & Gas Pipeline inspection during accidents Integrating Drones with IoT sensors have elevated the effectiveness and now Drones can play a critical role in Remote sensing, visibility, critical data acquisition.

Oil & Gas industr y has begun its tr yst with Drones primarily to Inspect the Assets. One of the French Oil Major has piloted Asset Inspection using Drones, replacing the traditional manned inspec tions. In the

Why Drones

search for hydrocarbons, drones are becoming a highly useful resource, cheaper than helicopters or light aircraf t to map the seabed and

Drone bring in multiple advantages and some of the key advantages are

other hard to reach locations. Researchers from the CIPR (Centre for

Remote Access: They have the ability to reach locations where humans

Integrated Petroleum Research) of the University of Bergen in Nor way

cannot. Challenges could be limited space, rough terrain, and hostile environment or associated risks

are already using unmanned aerial vehicles carr ying laser scanners to

Frequency: They are por table and can be used for frequent inspections without inter fering with operations.

Safety: By programming the flight path along the target, the operator can easily and safely inspect the target area or infrastructure from a safe distance

create 3-D maps of the terrain, providing highly valuable information for the exploration of new fields. UAVs are helping a large Europe based Operators exploration team to produce cost- effec tive 3D models of onshore outcrops in Azerbaijan.

The combined use of drones and autonomous under water or terrestrial vehicles is another field being ex tensively developed. The Universidad

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FEATURES Politécnica de Car tagena (UPTC) is leading the European projec t Urready4Os, Under water Robotics ready for Oil Spills, to create a joint fleet of drones and under water vehicles so as to increase the safety of installations, while terrestrial robots similar to those used on space missions could ser ve to super vise industrial installations or pipelines.

Some trials are being done using Unmanned Arial Vehicles to deduct leaks from long Pipeline installations.

Oil Refiner y facilities & Storage tank inspections: 

Inspec tions can be per formed simultaneously collec ting and delivering both digital photography and thermal imagery remotely

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Identifying water accumulation and surrounding environment that are potentially susceptible to rust and corrosion.

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Asset Monitoring using Drones

M o n t h l y, A n n u a l a n d 5 y e a r l y Vi s u a l i n s p e c t i o n o f t a n k s are mandated. Drones are usually able to collec t drone

Global technology major has estimated the amount of inspection time can be cut by half by using drones and other robots c, depending on the assets being inspected. Challenges in the inspection process through conventional means like for example: Flare Stacks require regular inspec tions for regulator y and operational purposes, this requires inspectors to get close enough to discover what are often tiny traces of wear that can lead to gas leaks and per formance issues with related systems. It’s a dangerous, time -consuming and ultimately expensive

inspec tions data from across an entire tank farm in few h o u r s’ t i m e . 

Chimney Inspections

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Drones minimize conventional ways of using ropes and scaffolding to identify cracks and anomalies.

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Inspecting safety railings and stairs on chimneys, flare stacks and tanks before crews carr y out maintenance work.

A co m m e rc i a l u n m a n n e d ve h i c l e w i t h a h e a t - s e n s i n g ca m e ra co s t s a b o u t $ 8 5 , 0 0 0 , w h i l e a h e l i co p te r co s t s $ 3 , 0 0 0 p e r f l i g h t h o u r. task. These assets can be inspected only when it cools down after the

Drilling Facilities inspection:

asset and related systems are shut down, this process is slow and 

often involving scaffolding, rope inspection teams and visual analysis.

Use of Drones will address all these issues. 

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The data from the drone after the flight data capture is used to create a 3D model of the asset and changes over time through subsequent inspec tions are tracked. For example, they can see if a piece of metal is star ting to expand or buckle or if a miniscule crack is growing.

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Robotic inspections most of the instances does not inter fere with operations and hence shut down requirements are minimized. This facilitates more frequent monitoring, leading to earlier detection of potential problems.

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S i n c e t h e i n s p e c t i o n i n f o r m a t i o n i s re c o rd e d a n d a rc h i ve d, t h e y ca n b e a l o t m o re i n s i g ht f u l a n d t h o ro u g h . Te c h n o l o g y facilitates multiple stake holders to per form inspection remotely at the same time.

Other areas where Drones can play significant part in asset Inspection are

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Highly- sensitive Gas sensors can deduct gas accumulation and leakages while drilling gaseous wells.

Periodic sur vey to deduct anomalies can be conducted on the rig and while flaring gas.

Drones can be used to continuously record impact on environment, through periodic data collection, compare current deviation. The data can be used for immediate remedial actions.

Pipeline inspections: Pipeline systems are often located underground or run for many kilometers where access roads are restricted, the surrounding nature is not attained and access to pipelines is incredibly difficult or impossible. Reliability of the pipelines suffer due to poor design, defective material or construction or from hostile conditions when in the operation. The damage can be reflected as weakening of the cladding on the external insulation and leaks of heating energy, as well as breaks in the piping and the loss of the transported medium. The internal corrosion results in the wear on the thickness during the transport of aggressive liquids or mechanical stressing in the case of the transport of non-homogeneous materials with solid particles.

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To resolve the problem of inspecting long-distance pipelines, an elegant and simple solution is available at first sight. UAV with a camera record and display the capture in real time by flying above the entire pipeline, a thermal camera can detec t such defec ts and record the thermal radiation of objec ts. The difference to the sur face of the pipeline and the experience of the operator in monitoring such variations can reveal hidden defects. It is easy to identify where the insulation is damaged and heat losses occur (during the transpor t of heating media). A commercial unmanned vehicle with a heat-sensing camera costs about $85,000, while a helicopter costs $3,000 per flight hour Drones uses high-resolution digital, infrared and thermal imaging to detect and document possible leaks in the pipeline. If suspect areas are found, the locations are precisely mapped with GPS. D epending on the gas pipeline inspec tion needs, drones with high-resolution digital imaging uses either a CH4 (Methane) or a C2H6 (Ethane) gas analyzer.

Optical gas imaging cameras from FLIR can be deployed to visualize and pinpoint gas leaks that are invisible to the naked eye. Drones make it ex tremely easy and affordable to continuously scan installations that are in remote areas or in zones that are difficult to access.

Similar Sensor equipped Drones can be deployed to monitor and deduct other noxious gases. NASA has successfully flight-tested a miniature methane gas sensor similar to one developed by JPL for use on Mars, to improve safety in the energy pipeline industr y. A global technology major’s methane detecting Drone successfully found gas leaking from a couple of oil wells in Arkansas .

Though Drones can play an efficient role in detecting noxious gases in large assets, UAV and Sensor researchers are working over time to address the following issues  

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The gas analyzers are designed to detect elevated levels of either methane or ethane in the air above a pipeline.

The drone inspection flight repor t, shows the exact flight path, along with GPS coordinates and levels of gas detected.

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Drones use high-resolution digital cameras or LIDAR for or thophotography for production of a 3D model of the pipeline corridor, and detects and documents Erosion, Exposed Pipe, Vegetation Over growth & Encroachments.

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Noxious inspections: H2S is ex tremely Poisonous, Corrosive & Flammable. Sour Gas fields are required to comply to strict HES policies and provision continuous monitoring for H2S. Fixed Gas Detection systems are used for ambient area monitoring and detection of unsafe levels of Hydrogen Sulfide.

These fixed gas detection systems use sensors manufactured specifically to detect Hydrogen Sulfide levels in ranges from 0-25 to 0-5000 ppm.

Most drilling companies continuously monitor for Hydrogen Sulfide as the gas can come up to the sur face of the well at any time at levels that are dangerous to any personnel in the immediate area. An H2S Sensor used in a fixed gas detection system requires periodic replacement after several years of continuous use. Smar t Sensors having digital data in an on board circuit, which when connected to a gas detection transmitter is automatically uploaded into the transmitter for ease of use and continuous, maintenance-free operation. Gas fields and plants are large inland areas and UAV solutions can periodically monitor ver y efficiently.

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Issue of heavy gas sensors that are too much for the UAV to fly The issue of air displacement caused by “prop wash” from the rotors of the UAV would need to be addressed when taking actual gas measurements.

Some monitors were not able to intake gas at a high enough volume in order to detect the gas unless the emission source was directly applied into the gas sensor Lack of sensitivity at long ranges

Drones are destined to transform the Asset management in Oil & Gas, it’s ex tremely relevant in the current price regime helping companies to improve efficiencies at lower costs. They are up to 85% faster and cheaper than the conventional techniques. They facilitate thorough inspec tions even at ex treme working conditions and environment, improving the safety and predictability of the operations. Use of Drones help companies continue inspection without having a need to shutdown, saving millions of dollars globally.

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Smal l S cale LNG – T h e C h a n gi n g La n ds c a p e o f In d i an LNG Indust r y The stor y of gas in India began in 1970’s. A countr y of over 1.2 Billion people with rising energy requirements and high growth rate has in the past couple of decades met with challenges of rising pollution level in its vast metros like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad besides other highly polluting industrial cities / towns.

While Natural Gas was initially considered as a fuel / feedstock for large industries like Power, Fer tilizers, Petrochem, Ceramics etc., the Supreme Cour t of India, in 1992 gave a landmark judgement to conver t all commercial diesel vehicles in Delhi from Diesel to CNG in a phased manner. This fur ther pushed the Government to take the oppor tunity to initiate a Cit y Gas Programme in Delhi which was subsequently planned across the nation; the primar y objec tive being to control the rising pollution / emissions (GHG – Greenhouse Gas) and to cur tail the rising crude impor t bill and consequent high current account deficit.

Being deficient in gas prompted the Government of India to give a push to LNG impor ts. Consequently, India’s first LNG Terminal at Dahej was set up by Petronet LNG Limited (PLL) in 2004 as a joint venture of GAIL, ONGC, IOCL, BPCL.

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ndia has always been deficient in gas and prevailing sources and infrastruc ture have always fallen shor t of meeting the growing energy requirements of the countr y. While the primar y energy

The Infrastructure: India today has about 32 MMTPA of installed LNG impor t capacity at

consumption of India has grown at a CAGR of about 5.7% during the

its existing terminal at Dahej, Hazira, Dabhol & Kochi. An additional 26

last plan period 2009 – 2014, the share of natural gas in the energy

MMTPA impor t capacity is under execution at Mundra, Ennore, Pipavav,

mix has dropped from 10% in 2009 to 7% in 2014. The present Central

Jaigarh, Hazira & Dhamra. Additional 23 MMTPA capacity is at various

Government of India plans to increase the share of gas in the energy

stages of planning and shor tly to be executed at locations like Charra,

basket to minimum 15% by 2022.

Mangalore, Digha and Gangavaram.

The 2015 PPAC repor t indicates a total gas consumption of the countr y

THE LNG OPPORTUNITY – REASONS FOR

at 139 MMSCMD which was met through 86 MMSCMD of domestic gas production and 56 MMSCMD (~15.5 MMTPA) through LNG impor ts. The

While most of the LNG Terminals are concentrated on the Western Coast,

report analysis also indicates an LNG growth rate of 11.1% with increase

a few are planned / under construction on the Eastern Coast too. This

in the share of LNG from 20% in 2010 to about 40% in 2015. The share of LNG in the consumption of gas in India is estimated to improve by

is due to the fact that major energy consumption industries as well as mostly the 17,500 Kms of the existing transmission pipeline network

50% and above by the nex t plan period. The above is also based on the

is concentrated along Western Coastline and up Nor th. The proposed

premise that the INDIA GAS VISION 2030 and the low international LNG

augmentation of over 15,000 kms of additional transmission network

price regime is maintained keeping in view the alternative / disruptive

currently faces major hurdles of viability as well as issues related to

energy sources.

ROU acquisition.

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Also, India has committed itself to control and reduce the GHG emissions and ratified the COP21 Paris agreement as per its Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) – reduction in emissions by 33 – 35% of its GDP by 2030 from 2005 levels and to create an additional carbon sink 2.5 – 3 Billion tons of Carbon Dioxide equivalent by 2030.

This is a huge task and requires strong political will and transformation capabilities. Reduction of liquid fuels and moving towards alternate energy sources is one of the most effective way to achieve the same.

Government of India, has in this direction together with major Oil & Gas Companies taken several policy initiatives. Some of the key and relevant initiative are listed below:-

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LNG has been approved as an automotive fuel – intended shifting medium and heavy commercial vehicles and buses on LNG. There is already news of planned LNG highway corridors star ting from New Delhi upto Kochi and Bengaluru.

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nland water ways Authority has identified 6-7 major water ways to be developed on the major rivers and canals across India (refer enclosed National Water way map). This shall improve movement of goods and reduce cost of transpor tation. The Water ways authority plans to use LNG fueled barges to avoid pollution in the hinterland. Small terminals have been identified on the water ways for LNG storage, distribution and bunkering.

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FEATURES are shor tly going to become a realit y. Industrial R egas Stations are already witnessing a steady growth in this low LNG price regime.

Use of LNG by R ailways, Inland shipping and coast al shipping shall f u r t h e r b o o s t t h e re q u i re m e n t o f S m a l l S c a l e L N G S t o r a g e a n d distribution plants. These shall not only enable LNG to reach the h i nte r l a n d b u t a l s o e n a b l e to re d u ce t h e grow t h d e f i c i t a m o n g s t the various regions within the countr y. The inherent advantages of Small S cale Terminals i.e. flexibilit y and reach can be leveraged to fill the supply and demand gap of Natural G as in India. The major drivers in favor of SSLNG Terminals are: •

Shor t Projec t G estation

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Lower Capex

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Sharp reduc tion in infrastruc ture cost – facilit y can be built on existing por ts

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Projec ts can sur vive on shor t term / spost LNG contrac ts

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Customers acquisition relatively easier on shor t term contrac ts

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Distribution through LNG road tankers – flexibilit y to customers and less dependence on gas pipeline infrastruc ture

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TG E G a s E n g i n e e r i n g P v t. Lt d. i s a 1 0 0 % s u b s i d i a r y o f TG E G a s

M i ni st r y o f sh ippin g h as unveiled its pres tigious SAGARMALA / OCEAN NECKLACE projec t (refer the ocean necklace map below) that e nv i sa g e s 1 2 major an d 1 4 n on -major por ts alon g t he 7,500 kms of Indian Coastline. These por ts shall promote movement of goods

E n g i n e e r i n g G m b H , m e m b e r o f C I M C g r o u p, b r i n g s w i t h i t a n experience of over t wo decades in design, engineering, procurement and construc tion of LNG Terminals together with LNG solutions for storage and distribution.

along the coastline / from West to East Coast. Cochin Shipyard has a l re a dy e nte red into agreement with E IL to des ign and build LNG p owe re d shi p s an d barges.

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I n d i a n R a i l w a y s p l a n t o i n d u c t L N G l o c o m o t i ve s o f 1 – 3 M W capacity to gradually phase out the ageing fleet of Diesel Lo co m o t i ve s. A pilot projec t to conver t D ies el Powered engine to D u e l Fu e l ( D i es el – L N G ) is on un der wa y.

OPPOR TUNITIES IN SMALL SC ALE LNG (SSLNG) As the demand of impor ted gas is increasing and the R-LNG transmission capacit y is limited, a vast oppor tunit y arises in small LNG Terminals across the coastline and the hinterland to meet the growing demand / shif ting fuel requirements from liquid fuels to gas. CGD projec ts on LNG and L-CNG Fueling Stations on highways www.oswindia.com

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The initial contract calls for both mechanical as well as hydraulic acid stimulations, which will be executed from C-I’s flagship Gulf of Mexico assets, the offshore construction and light well intervention vessels Island Venture and Island Performer.

The work will be performed in water depths of up to 6,500 feet on different assets within the Gulf of Mexico and is currently forecasted to commence as early as July 2019.

Udaipur, India: Ravindra-Heraeus, India’s leading precious metals service provider, has set up the first pyro-metallurgical smelter (Plasma Metal Recovery System) in India. The Indo-German joint venture is notably investing to satisfy Indian customer request by expanding its precious metals’ recycling capacity.

The new technology, featuring a capacity of about 1,500 tons per year of auto-catalysts and equivalent, will allow Ravindra-Heraeus to recycle Platinum Group Metals from the growing number of spent automotive emission, insoluble aluminium-based catalysts and a wide range of diverse high-melting oxide-based catalysts per year.

Platinum Group Metals are used in homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts in a wide range of applications, such as production of chemicals, gas purification, and chemical processes.

India has no natural resources for Platinum Group Metals and thus relies either on imports or recycling specialists, such as Ravindra-Heraeus.

The investment in the new technology will complement RavindraHeraeus’ chemical-based hydro-metallurgy processes and allows the company to create ten new high-tech jobs in the region.

“Our new plasma facility underlines our market leadership in India in precious metals processing. We will be the only fully integrated Precious Metals refiner in India, offering pyro- and hydro-metallurgy in our facility. This will allow us to offer new services to our customers in the whole country”, said Shailesh Choksi – the Managing Director of Ravindra-Heraeus Pvt. Ltd. The new Plasma Metal Recovery System will be one of the most efficient recycling systems worldwide. The less valuable material is free from hazardous material and can be used in the Cement and Construction Industry, thus saving other resources and energy, while the refined precious metals will be available for new Industry products.

C-Innovation to perform Riserless Light Well Intervention for BP Houston, USA: C-Innovation, LLC (C-I), an affiliate of Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO) and its family of companies, has been awarded a significant contract to perform Riserless Light Well Intervention (RLWI) activities for BP in the Gulf of Mexico.

David Sheetz, C-I Subsea Manager, said, “This Well Intervention award from BP is a continuation of other Subsea Intervention work C-I is performing as the main contract holder. This contract compliments the multi-year IMR agreement currently in place with BP and other operators in the Gulf of Mexico. We look forward to continuing to grow our relationship with BP by offering unique and cost effective turnkey solutions.”

C-Innovation will be utilizing Wild Well’s 7Series Subsea Well Intervention System, a hydraulic stimulation kit from Caltex Oil Tools as well as the full suite of Halliburton’s numerous wireline, E-Line, coil tubing and pumping units.

Reliance and BP sanction third phase of integrated KG D6 development

Mumbai, India: Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and BP have announced the sanction of the MJ project (also known as D55) in Block KG D6, offshore the east coast of India.

MJ is the third of three new projects in the Block KG D6 integrated development plan and its approval follows sanctions for the development of ‘R-Series’ deep-water gas field in June 2017 and for the Satellites cluster in April 2018.

Together the three projects are expected to develop a total of about 3 trillion cubic feet (tcf ) of discovered gas resources with a total investment of circa INR 35,000 crore (US$5 billion). These projects together, when fully developed, will bring about 1 billion cubic feet a day of new domestic gas onstream, phased over 2020-2022.

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of RIL, said: “Bringing these three discoveries to production, as promised in 2017, by leveraging the existing infrastructure has been the primary objective of the Reliance - BP Joint Venture. The gas will satiate the increasing demand for clean fuel in the country, save foreign exchange and reduce dependency on imported gas. We are excited about bringing this gas onshore from our third project on the East Coast of India to power the Indian economy with an environment-friendly fuel and help strengthen energy security while moving towards meeting India’s Climate Change Goal.”

Bob Dudley, BP Group Chief Executive, welcomed the investment decision: “We are building an important upstream business in India, helping to supply the country’s growing gas market. Working closely with Reliance, we are efficiently developing discovered resources, with focused exploration to give options for the future. This latest investment is a further demonstration of BP’s commitment to India and helps support India in addressing the dual challenge and moving to a low carbon future.”

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Vedanta’s Cairn Oil and Gas appointed Ajay Kumar Dixit as new CEO New Delhi, India: Ajay Kumar Dixit has been appointed as the new CEO of Cairn India, the oil & gas Arm of Vedanata Group. He has succeeded Sudhir Mathur. “Ajay succeeds Sudhir Mathur, who after seven successful years with the company, moves on to pursue personal endeavours,” the company said Ajay Kumar Dixit, CEO, Cairn India in a statement. Prior to his appointment, Dixit served as the acting CEO of Vedanta’s Aluminium and Power business.

Srinivasan Venkatakrishnan, CEO, Vedanta in a statement said, “Ajay has a deep understanding of our business and the markets we operate in. He is a dynamic and values-driven leader with an impressive track record of delivering consistent high quality performance in a safe and sustainable way. We are confident that he will play a stellar role in further increasing the operational efficiency and growth of our oil and gas business.”

Saudi Aramco eyes stake in RIL Refining & Petrochemicals Business

ONGC to Invest to ramp up Production from 13 Projects New Delhi, India: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), the state owned oil & gas E&P player, is likely to spend around ` 65,773 crore to ramp up production from 13 field development projects and three Enhanced Oil Recover y/Improved Oil Recover y (EOR/IOR) projects.

The ongoing field development and EOR/IOR projects are expected to produce a cumulative 54.6 million tonne (mt) of crude oil and 114 billion cubic meter (bcm) of natural gas in the next 3-4 years, said in a report.

“The 13 field development projects are expected to generate around 40.9 million metric tonnes (mmt) of oil, 8.3 mmt of condensate and about 105.5 bcm of gas over the next three to four years, while the three IOR/EOR redevelopment projects will add around 13.7 mmt of oil and about 8.7 bcm of gas,” the report said.

Close to 50 per cent of 54.6 mt of crude oil is expected to be produced from the field development of New Exploration Licensing Policy (NELP) block -- KG-DWN98/2. Similarly, close to 40 per cent of 114 bcm of natural gas is expected to be produced by the KG block alone.

Mumbai: Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest energy integrated company, is on serious discussion with Reliance Industries to acquire 25 per cent stake in its Refining & Petrochemicals businesses.

“The company guides that its standalone total gas production may rise to around 43 bcm by financial year 2021-22 (FY22) from around 27.4 bcm in FY19 (up 6.5 per cent year-on-year), primarily led by KGDWN-98/2,” the report said.

While the discussion was a four month old, the talks gathered momentum following the visit of Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) to India in February, during which he met Mukesh Ambani, Chairman, RIL.

The development of the above mentioned field is expected to be completed

by August 2021 at a cost of ` 34,012 crore and is expected to produce 25.9 mt crude oil and 45.5 bcm natural gas.

There might be an agreement on valuation around June this year, people with knowledge of the development said. A minority stake sale could fetch around USD 10-15 billion, valuing RIL’s refining and petrochemicals businesses at around USD 55-60 billion.

IT Madras Students Developing Indigenous Oil Recovery Method

Exxon Mobil Wins Exploration Blocks oOffshore Argentina New Delhi: Exxon Mobil, the US oil major, has declared that its unit and an affiliate of Qatar Petroleum had won three exploration blocks offshore Argentina.

The three blocks will add about 2.6 million net acres to Exxon’s existing holdings in Argentina, the company said. The blocks are located in the Malvinas basin, about 200 miles (320 kms) offshore Tierra del Fuego.

Chennai, India: Researchers at Indian Institute of Technology, Madras have developed indigenous processes for efficient recovery of oil from mature offshore wells. In collaboration with research laboratories in Australia, IIT Madras researchers are studying efficacy of an emerging enhanced oil recovery method called ‘Low-Salinity Enhanced Oil Recovery’ (LSEOR).

Exxon’s existing Argentina holdings include 315,000 net acres spread over seven blocks in the onshore Neuquen Basin of the Vaca Muerta unconventional oilfield and a business support center in Buenos Aires.

While speaking on the same, Jitender Sangwai, Associate Professor (Petroleum Engineering Program) in Department of Ocean Engineering at IIT Madras, who is heading the research said, “Our research aims to develop indigenous methods for the recovery of crude oil from geological reservoirs, which is a complex process. There is still much that needs to be understood in the use of LSEOR methods.”

ExxonMobil will have a 70 per cent stake, while Qatar Petroleum’s affiliate will hold the rest.

We do evaluate salt levels in water, the acidity of crude oil, mineralogy of rock and other factors,” he added.

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London, UK: Unique Group, one of the world’s leading integrated subsea and offshore solutions providers, has appointed Matthew Gordon as the new regional vice president for the Europe & UK region to oversee the company’s strategic expansion plans.

Once completed, the single pipeline would be capable of transporting up to 8.25 million tonnes of LPG per year, amounting to about 25 per cent of India’s LPG demand.

“The pipeline will source LPG from import terminals on the west coast and two refineries (at Koyali and Bina) and supply LPG to 22 bottling plants of the three OMCs connected en route – three in Gujarat, six in Madhya Pradesh (MP) and 13 in Uttar Pradesh,” said the statement.

Matthew Gordon, Regional Vice President With over 25 years of experience in Europe & UK, Unique Group Europe, Unique Group has established itself as a leading integrated solutions provider to the subsea construction, diving and IRM industries. Under Matthew’s leadership, the company aims to see further growth and expansion across Europe. He will be based in Aberdeen, UK. Matthew has over 22 years of experience in the subsea oil and gas industry, with previous senior management roles held in Fugro Survey, Subsea7 and Viking Seatech. His last role before joining Unique Group was as Managing Director – UK at Atlantic Offshore, an emergency response and rescue vessel provider.

Speaking about the appointment, Harry Gandhi, CEO of Unique Group, said, “We are pleased to welcome Matthew to our team. His operational and commercial experience in the subsea and offshore industry, along with his successful track record, will prove to be of great advantage to Unique Group’s strategic goals.”

Matthew Gordon added, “Unique Group has a well-deserved reputation in the industry as a reliable solutions provider with its broad range of offerings worldwide. I am excited to join the company as it is moving on this growth curve, and I look forward to playing an active role in Unique Group’s future successes.”

Indian Oil, BPCL, HPCL to lay World’s Longest LPG Pipeline New Delhi, India: Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL) will collectively lay the world’s longest liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) pipeline at a cost of ` 10,000 crore, said a statement issued by IOCL. According to the company’s official release, the cross-country LPG pipeline stretching over 2,757 km, would start from Gujarat’s Kandla to Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur and will connect 22 bottling plants owned by the three oil marketing companies (OMCs).

The proposed pipeline would be implemented by a joint venture (JV). IOC will have 50 per cent share in the JV with HPCL and BPCL having 25 per cent share each.

The Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG pipeline will supply LPG to 21 additional bottling plants in Rajasthan, Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra, and UP through road-bridging.

Indian COs shown interest in Azerbaijan Alternative Energy New Delhi, India: Azerbaijan is currently developing energy sector not based on the oil and gas resources, and Indian companies are interested in sharing experience in this direction. Indian businessmen led by Anil Jain, Secretary General of India’s JITO APEX and Managing Director of Refex Group operating in the field of alternative energy, have visited Azerbaijani Energy Ministry.

Jain expressed his interest in cooperation in alternative and renewable energy sectors in Azerbaijan as well as in other areas. In his words, Refex Energy was established to develop solar energy in India. The company provides maintenance and technical services for solar energy projects, and offers a set of proposals, including modern engineering, procurement and construction services for the construction of photovoltaic solar power plants.

Deputy Energy Minister Samir Valiyev, in turn, said that alternative and renewable energy development is one of the main tasks facing the ministry.

He noted that there is a great potential for the development of renewable energy in Azerbaijan, and the availability of favorable climatic conditions for the use of solar and wind energy allows implementation of projects in this direction.

Valiyev informed about the work done in the field of renewable energy, selection of the relevant areas, and conducting of measurements in these areas. Deputy minister also stressed that the legislative framework is being drafted in this area, adding that renewable energy auctions are planned in the middle of 2020. In this regard, the country holds meetings with potential investors and discusses aspects of future work.

In 2018, the trade turnover between Azerbaijan and India increased by 84 percent, and by the results of January-March 2019, it increased by 66 percent and reached $300 million. Azerbaijan imports many goods from India including pharmaceuticals products, engineering goods, automobiles and spares, agricultural and meat products and IT services. Presently, as many as 230 companies with Indian capital operate in Azerbaijan, whose investments in the country’s economy totaled $1.2 billion. Azerbaijan and India are working on the preparation of an agreement on the promotion and mutual protection of investments.

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IOCL to Invest in Refineries for BS VI Upgradation: B V Rama Gopal New Delhi: B V Rama Gopal, DirectorRefineries, Indian Oil Corporation, said that IOCL will invest around ` 75,000 crore in next 5 years to rollout the more efficient BS VI standard fuel.

According to the company official, geo-scientific data shows that oil and gas bearing sands are continuous below the riverbed and beneath parts of the national park. Oil India plans to drill at all the seven locations using its existing surface well pads that are outside the boundary of the national park.

The estimated cost per well is pegged at around ` 500 million.

Oil India will employ extended reach drilling technology for the project in order to not drill vertically at locations inside the national park, the official said.

He said that IOCL is gearing up to supply BS VI specification fuel by April 2020. Most of the up-gradation should take place by the second B V Rama Gopal Director-Refineries, IOCL half of 2019-20. We are spending around ` 17,000 crore for upgrading the refineries to meet the BS VI standard norms.

Kolkata to Get CNG Stations by year-end Kolkata, India: Kolkata is likely to get Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) by end of this year, which would facilitate vehicles running on greener fuel, according to an official statement.

As a part of the ‘Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga’ project, the Central government owned GAIL (India) Limited was entrusted to develop city gas distribution (CGD) network in six cities - Patna, Jamshedpur, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack and Kolkata.

State owned Greater Calcutta Gas Supply Corporation (GCGSC) and GAIL India would be developed jointly CGD network in the city.

Extended reach drilling involves directional drilling of very long horizontal wells, which allows hydrocarbons to be extracted from reservoirs at a reasonable distance without drilling vertically over the target area. This essentially means that Oil India will be able to explore, test, and extract hydrocarbons from the locations inside the ecologically sensitive area by horizontal drilling from locations outside its perimeter.

The surface locations for drilling are in the producing North-Hapjan-TinsukiaDhola field of Oil India. The company has already received a clearance from the Standing Committee of National Board of Wildlife, and is in the process of receiving other approvals from various government bodies.

Essar Oil and Gas mulling Investment to tap Shale Resources in West Bengal Block New Delhi, India: Essar Oil and Gas Exploration and Production (EOGEPL) is planning to exploit prospective 7.7 Trillion Cubic Feet (Tcf ) of shale resources from its flagship Raniganj East block at a cost of USD 1 billion, said Vilas Tawde , CEO, EOGEPL.

GAIL India has been setting up Jagdishpur-Haldia-Bokaro-Dhamra pipeline to bring natural gas to eastern India, and before the pipeline connects Kolkata, the JV would try to transport gas through roadways to the eastern metropolis.

US-based Advance Resources International (ARI) had earlier conducted a field study and has projected shale resource potential of around 7.7 TCF in the area, Tawde said.

The estimated investment in first five years in Kolkata city gas project would be ` 5,200 crore, the official said.

“We have already applied for Environment Clearance (EC) to drill around 20 wells as part of our exploration plan. We are also awaiting the mining lease to be amended at the state government level post which we can initiate work on the

The JV would distribute CNG and piped natural gas in the City of Joy and par t of Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia and Nor th and South 24 Parganas in West Bengal.

Oil India Plans Investment at Exploratory Drilling Project in Assam New Delhi, India: State-owned upstream player Oil India Ltd plans to invest around ` 3.5 billion rupees for exploratory drilling and testing of hydrocarbons at seven locations in Assam’s Tinsukia district.

The region where Oil India plans to drill under the project is north of its producing Baghjan mining lease and includes the riverbed of the Dangori river and parts of the Dibru-Saikhowa National Park. The project is part of Oil India’s larger plan to develop hydrocarbon resources in the upper Assam region. www.oswindia.com

ground, which should approximately start in the first quarter of 2020,” he added.

Expro Wins HOEC Contract in India Mumbai, India: UK based oilfield Services Company, Expro has been awarded a multimillion dollar contract for Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd (HOEC) in Mumbai, India.

The seven-year contract will include the build, maintenance and operation of a production handling facility on a mobile offshore production unit (MOPU) as well as all topside processing equipment.

The bespoke build will be fast tracked with a scheduled delivery of eight months, Expro said.

The MOPU will produce oil and gas from the B-80 field located offshore India

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New Delhi, India: The Union Budget 2019-20 is likely to renew the focus on the NDA government’s flagship Ujjwala scheme with the aim of increasing access to cooking gas, or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), to all the country’s households before the year-end.

Official sources here said that as part of his Budget speech, the Finance Minister may first propose to complete the targeted 80 million connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) in first 100 days of the government. So far, Ujjwala connections have reached the 71.9 million-mark.

In addition, another 10-20 million new LPG connections would be given in the subsequent months to cover all poor households, as part of a cabinet decision taken late last year. These measures are expected to increase access to cooking gas to 100 per cent of the country’s households from present level of about 93-94 per cent.

With this, the mission of providing clean fuel to all households in the country would be completed, and the next phase would begin with the focus on ensuriung that all new connections, particularly by the poorer sections, take an LPG refill.

Under PMUY, gas connections are provided to below poverty line (BPL) families with a support of ` 1,600 for each connection. The LPG connection is provided in the name of the female member of the family.

The sources said that along with increasing the targeted connections in PMUY, the Budget may allocate an additional ` 2,000-3,000 crore for the scheme to complete the coverage of 100 per cent households. Launched in May 2016, the PMUY was initially aimed at providing clean cooking fuel to 50 million women from poor households classified as eligible over a period of three years. A sum of ` 8,000 crore was allocated for the scheme to start with.

However, given the success of the scheme, the then Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had in the 2018-19 Budget allocated an additional ` 4,800 crore and increased the target to 80 million households.

In December, the Union Cabinet decided to cover all poor households that would further increase the number of new connections by 1-2 crore.

The government is also toying with the idea of promoting under PMUY the use of smaller 5 kg LPG cylinders so that refill rate increases. For this, a separate subsidy plan has already been worked out under the existing direct benefit transfer (DBT) scheme.

Expansion of Gas Pipeline Network across the Country Government has envisaged to develop the National Gas Grid and City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks in the country to enhance the availability and accessibility of natural gas to public at large. At present about 16,788 km natural gas pipeline is operational and about 14,239 km gas pipelines are

being developed. These pipelines have been authorized by Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) and are at various stages of planning/ execution/Pre-project activities etc.With the completion of 9th CGD Bidding Round, CGD would be accessible in 178 Geographical Areas (GAs) covering approximately 280 districts spread over 26 States and UTs. PNGRB has reported that as per commitment given by various entities in the GAs approved for issuance of Letter of Intent (LoI) in 9th CGD bidding round, approximately 98,000 km of pipeline will be built. Completion of 9th round and 10th round of CGD network will involve more than Rupees one lakh crore of investment in the CGD sector.

This information was given by Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha.

EIL Signs Pact to for Refinery in Mongolia New Delhi, India: State-owned Engineers India Ltd (EIL) has signed an agreement to provide project management consultancy for a new 1.5 million tonne refinery being set up in Mongolia.

The pact was signed with Mongol Refinery State Owned LLC, the company said in a statement. The contract was signed in the presence of D Sumyaabazar, Minister of Mining and Heavy Industry of Mongolia.

India had extended a USD 1 billion line of credit to Mongolia during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2015.

The Mongolian government is in the process to set up 1.5 million tonne per annum greenfield crude oil refinery in Sainshand province, under the line of credit extended by India.

Petronet expands Dahej Import Terminal Capacity New Delhi, India: Petronet LNG Ltd, India’s largest natural gas importer, is going to expand its Dahej import terminal capacity to 17.5 million tonnes per annum from current 15 million tonnes. Petronet had more than one-and-a-half decade ago started operations of India’s maiden liquefied natural gas (LNG) import facility at Dahej in Gujarat with a nameplate capacity of 5 million tonnes per annum.

This was subsequently doubled and later the import capacity was raised to 15 million tonnes per annum.

“We wish to inform that facilities related to expansion of Dahej LNG terminal from 15 to 17.5 million tonnes per annum i.e. addition of 2.5 million tonnes per annum LNG regasification facilities has been commissioned and under stabilisation,” the company said in a regulatory filing. Petronet also has a 5 million tonnes facility at Kochi in Kerala.

“As such the additional gas send-out from Dahej LNG terminal has commenced,” it said. “The performance guarantee test shall be performed once the system is stabilized.”

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Asia to Drive the Global Gas Industry : IEA Paris, France: Strong consumption in fast-growing Asian economies like India is set to keep the global demand for natural gas growing over the next five years, said International Energy Agency (IEA).

Demand for natural gas grew 4.6 per cent in 2018, its fastest annual pace since 2010, according to the IEA's latest annual market report Gas 2019. Gas accounted for almost half the increase in primary energy consumption worldwide.

The demand is expected to rise by more than 10 per cent over the next five years, reaching more than 4.3 trillion cubic metres (TCM) in 2024."Natural gas helped to reduce air pollution and limit the rise in energy-related CO2 emissions by displacing coal and oil in power generation, heating and industrial uses," said Fatih Birol, Executive Director, IEA. "Natural gas can contribute to a cleaner global energy system. But it faces its own challenges, including remaining price competitive in emerging markets and reducing methane emissions along the natural gas supply chain," he said. China is expec ted to account for more than 40 per cent of global gas demand growth to 2024, propelled by the government's goal of improving air qualit y by shifting away from coal.

Chinese natural gas consumption grew 18 per cent in 2018 but is expected to slow to an average annual rate of 8 per cent to 2024 as a result of slower economic growth. The IEA also sees strong growth in gas consumption in other Asian countries, par ticularly in South Asia.

In India, Bangladesh and Pakistan, the industrial sec tor is the main contributor to growth, especially for fer tilisers to meet the needs of growing populations. Industrial use of natural gas, both as a fuel and a feedstock, is set to expand at an average annual rate of three per cent and account for almost half of the rise in global consumption to 2024.

due to take final investment decision in 2019 is likely to further support trade and market expansion.

However, more investment will be needed in the future. The recent convergence in market prices in major regions gives an indication of the increasing globalisation of the natural gas trade. Establishing market-driven pricing mechanisms in fast-growing economies remains a challenge, however.

Recent reforms in major markets are sending encouraging signals, but more will be required to ensure the sustainable market-driven development of natural gas in these economies.

ExxonMobil Launches Mobil DTE 20 Ultra Series in India Bhubaneswar, India: ExxonMobil has launche d Mobil DTE 20 Ultra S eries – a technologically advanced series of hydraulic oils.

The new series is designed for all t ypes of hydraulic systems and components such as close clearance ser vo -valves a nd high accurac y numerically controlled (NC) machine tools. D esigned to deliver upto 2x longer oil life and exceptional per formance in harshest conditions, the new series help industries achieve unprecedented per formance goals easily.

The Mobil DTE20 Ultra Series would lower maintenance frequency thus minimizing man-machine interaction, which makes the site safer for industrial workers. In addition to this, with 2 time oil life it would also support environmental care by reduction in hydraulic oil consumption.

Providing improved deposit control of 89.2% for longer oil life and precision operations, Mobil DTE 20 Ultra Series also delivers superior wear protection to extend component life. Extensive testing shows that it comes with better water handling and filter rating.

Power generation remains the largest consumer of natural gas, in spite of slower growth due to strong competition from renewables and coal.

Gas 2019 also focuses on the role of liquefied natural gas (LNG) at sea, which is set to emerge as a fast-growing alternative fuel because of stricter rules on sulphur content that take effect in Januar y 2020.

“Hydraulic systems operate under high-pressure and high- output environment. One of the major challenges faced by industries, is that of per formance, produc tivit y and efficienc y,” said Shankar Karnik , General Manager, Industrial Lubricants, ExxonMobil Lubricants Private Limited. “With Mobil DTE 20 Ultra Series, consumers now have a new technologydeveloped to deliver trusted per formance and ex tended component life, with reduced maintenance costs and system wear.”

Supplies to meet growing global demand for natural gas will come from both new domestic production in fast-growing economies but also increasingly from major exporting countries, led by the development of abundant shale gas resources in the United States.The strong growth in LNG export capacity will enable international trade to play a growing role in the development of natural gas markets as they move towards greater globalisation. Investment in LNG projects have rebounded in 2018 after several years of decline, and the large number of projects

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WDG-V Blowback Analyzer AMETEK Process Instruments has broadened its line of WDG-V Series flue gas analyzers to include a Blowback option for high particulate applications. The WDG-V Blowback, leveraging industry proven zirconium oxide (ZrO 2 ), provides efficient blowback cleaning of the sample probe and filter from an integrated, direct-mounted enclosure. The WDG-V Blowback is ideal for combustion optimization in power and steam boilers (coal, wood waste and heavy oil fired) and is the analyzer of choice for particulate loadings of up to 30 mg/m3.

With an integrated sample system, the WDG-V Blowback analyzer is simple and easy to use. By using an existing AMEVision HMI, operators can automate the blowback or per form it manually on the spot. An integrated flow measurement allows for blowback automation on a timed basis (eg, once per hour), at a low flow threshold (eg, 40 per cent flow) or both. Users can also track or hold analogue readings during the blowback period, as needed. The integrated enclosure means that the analyzer can be direct-mounted within a smaller footprint. It also eliminates the need for heated sample lines, minimizing installation time and simplifying air and power lines to single connections. To fur ther reduce maintenance time, the enclosure is designed to allow users to ser vice both the sample probe and filter without removing the analyzer from the process flange. Finally, the WDG-V Blowback is designed for reliability and safety. In addition to the predictive diagnostics and proactive alarms of the WDG-V Series analyzer, the blowback option includes a heated accumulator to preheat the air and prevent condensation within the sample line during blowback. The system shares a self-regulated heater to maintain temperatures within the enclosure and to proactively signal low temperature via a contact alarm output. With its unique engineered design and automation, the WDG-V Blowback brings safety, reliability and ser viceability to the forefront of combustion control in high par ticulate applications.

For details contact: AMETEK Process Instruments 150 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 U.S.A. Tel: 412-828-9040, Fax: 412-826-0399.

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PRODUCTS Motorised Double Diaphragm Pumps The DELLMECO DME Series is an electro-mechanical double diaphragm pump, which is highly energy-efficient. Instead of running the double diaphragm pumps on compressed air or Ni gas which is the most expensive plant utility, DELLMECO offers energy-efficient electric geared motor as the driver for the double diaphragm pumps.

The pump technology is especially designed for universal applications which require low pressure - up to 6 bar. It is compact, special design does not require hydraulic fluid and where preventive maintenance is easy to carry out.

The DELLMECO DME unique design concept and low energy consumption enable us to combine high-tech with proven reliability and quality for the most demanding of customers.

DME Series pumps housing is machined from PE and PTFE conductive blocks and also in aluminium, cast iron, AISI 316 industrial and AISI 316 L hygienic combinations; temperatures are up to 120°C; capability to run dry, low shear and to handle fluid; smooth product transfer; low operating costs through highly efficient electric drive; withstands corrosive chemicals against constant flow rate against variable pressure and viscosity; fully enclosed long life diaphragms; abrasion resistance with robust design; capacity up to 650 l/min without variable frequency drive (VFD) flow control; optional VFD flow control for process performance (from 35 to 70 Hz); availability of wide range of optional accessories; and compact design means less space required compared to ecc screw and peristaltic pumps.

For details contact: Shanbhag & Associates B-50 Nandbhuvan Indl Estate Mahakali Caves Road, Andheri (E) Mumbai 400 093 Tel: 022-40365711 Fax: 91-022-40365712 E-mail: info@shanbhags.com

Servo Drive System The AMP8000 distributed Servo Drive system provides ideal support for the implementation of modular machine concepts. With the new AMP8620 supply module in a high protection rating, the entire system can now be relocated directly to the machine, ie, through consistent decentralization, drive technology can be implemented entirely without control cabinets. That means max possible savings on material, space, costs and assembly work.

While previously with the coupling modules, the requirements for connecting distributed AMP8000 drives to the control cabinet were already reduced to just one cable, they can now be completely eliminated when the AMP8620 supply module is used. Eliminating the need for a control cabinet further reduces the floor space and cabling requirements for the entire machine.

The air-conditioning resources, which would otherwise be necessary for control cabinet cooling, can also be eliminated. The AMP8620 module is directly connected to the mains supply. It contains all circuitry components required for that purpose, such as mains filters, rectifiers and charging circuits for the integrated DC link capacitors. The supply module enables optional connection of additional distribution modules or distributed AMP8000 Servo Drives. It is equipped with two EtherCAT P outputs, through which either EtherCAT P modules can be supplied or else additional supply modules can be connected that may be required for system expansion. The safe 24 V power supply unit integrated in the supply module ensures that the logic power supply does not exceed the permissible level. The DC link capacitors integrated in the supply module store the regenerative energy of the entire system and then make it available again for acceleration processes. This ensures best-possible utilisation of the energy supplied.

For details contact: Beckhoff Automation Pvt Ltd Suyog Platinum Tower, 9th Floor Naylor Road, Off Mangaldas Road Pune, Maharashtra 411 001 Tel: 020-67064802, Fax: 91-020-67064899 E-mail: a.phatak@beckhoff.com / info@beckhoff.co.in www.oswindia.com

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PRODUCTS Needle Dispensing Valve

Micro-Flow Sensor

The needle dispensing valve from DOPAG is based on time -pressure dispensing for continuous application.

Capable of clean, precise and reliable dispensing under high pressures, this valve is most effective for low to high viscous media. The design is such that during the dispensing operation, the needle movement is undisturbed and there is no leakage of material.

DOPAG Micro-Flow Sensor is used for real time dispense detection of material, without contact with the material. It is designed for the detection of very small quantities 0.005-3.00 mm 3 .

The sensor can capture up to 120 metering cycles/ minute. An electronic controller activates the alarm in the case of no material flow.

A special, adjustable seal closes the valve needle off from the valve head, ensuring a per fectly clean and precise application of ever y single shot. These valves are available with pneumatic or electric handling.

The component is adaptable to all DOPAG needle valves. With its compact design and simple operation, the micro-flow sensor a highly reliable and dependable electronic piece of equipment for material discharge monitoring purposes.

With eleven subsidiaries and plentiful distributors worldwide, their customers have access to the DOPAG network in more than 40 countries, enjoying the full benefit of excellent local sales and services.

With eleven subsidiaries and plentiful distributors worldwide, their customers have access to the DOPAG network in more than 40 countries, enjoying the full benefit of excellent local sales and services.

For details contact: DOPAG India Pvt Ltd C-329, 10 th Cross, 3 rd Main 1st Stage, Peenya Industrial Estate Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 058 Tel: 080-40921332 E-mail: sales@dopag.in

For details contact: DOPAG India Pvt Ltd C-329, 10 th Cross, 3 rd Main 1st Stage, Peenya Indl Estate Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 058 Tel: 080-40921332 E-mail: sales@dopag.in

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Single Stage, End-suction Process Pump The CRP pump is designed to meet DIN EN ISO 2858/5199 specifications and directive 94/9/EG (ATEX 100). This pump is intended for their European customers.

All CRP pumps are designed around a single, basic hydraulic and mechanical design concept. This ensures efficiencies across a wide spectrum of operating conditions, unmatched application flexibility and superior interchangeability. This rugged centrifugal pump is designed to operate dependably for long periods of time even in the toughest industrial applications.

The CRP line features 33 sizes to precisely meet service conditions within a wide range of hydraulic parameters. The line was also designed to accommodate many different optional features such as wear rings on the pressure casing and cooling coils for bearing housings.

Ruhrpumpen’s quality program and in-house foundry along with the latest testing equipment ensures that their pumps will provide long operating life even under the most severe conditions.

For details contact: Ruhrpumpen India Pvt Ltd Plot No: G-33, SIPCOT Indl Park, Vallam Vadagal Sriperumbudur Taluk Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 602 105 Tel: 044-33229969 Fax: 91-044-33229902 E-mail: shah@ruhrpumpen.com / slalit@ruhrpumpen.com / ashah@ruhrpumpen.com Offshore World | 51 | April-May 2019

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PRODUCTS Pumps for On-board Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems To curb global marine and air pollution, stricter limits on the sulphur-dioxide content of marine exhaust gases stipulated by the EU and IMO (International Maritime Organisation of the UN) will apply from 2020. From an engineering point of view, this can be achieved by using natural gas or fuels with a low sulphur content, and by cleaning the exhaust gases with a scrubber.

For such on-board exhaust gas cleaning systems KSB ITUR Spain SA, a company of the KSB Group located in Zarautz, has further developed its ILN Type Series of vertical in-line centrifugal pumps with closed impeller and mechanical seal.

With their redesigned hydraulic system, the pumps meet the extremely tough requirements specified by the authorities regarding operating behaviour and efficiency.

Up to the size 250 the back pull-out design allows the impeller to be dismantled without removing the piping and motor, which is of great importance given the restricted space on board. A self-venting wide mechanical seal chamber ensures durable sealing at the shaft passage. Replaceable casing wear rings in the pump casing and casing cover facilitate servicing if necessary.

The water-tight rolling element bearings require neither re-lubrication nor maintenance. The casing materials are aluminium bronze and super duplex steels. The max flow rate of the (60-Hz) pump sets is 3,700 m3/hr. The highest head is 160 m.

According to an estimate by the EGCSA (Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems Association) only 1,000 vessels at sea are currently fitted with a scrubber or prepared for such an installation. This means about another 70,000 vessels worldwide will have to undertake measures ensuring compliance with the new exhaust gas standards by the start of 2020.

For details contact: KSB Pumps Ltd Mumbai-Pune Road Pune, Maharashtra 411 018 Tel: 020-27101231 Fax: 91-020-27426000 E-mail: Yagnesh.Buch@ksb.com

Refrigeration Air/Gas Dryers The air given off by any compressor always contains water vapour the amount of which depends on the temperature and the relative degree of humidity. When the air is compressed, the volume decreases proportionately, but the exhaust water vapour still remains in the air. When temperature decreases and reaches a value at which the air becomes saturated, the water vapour in the air begins to condense. This is called dew point. With an appropriate aftercooling unit which reduces the temperature of the air produced by the compressor, approximately 60-70 per cent of the water gets condensed.

The UE/UR Series dryers are basically made of two different circuits – a compressed air circuit, divided into two heat exchangers and a refrigerating circuit. The hot and humid inlet compressed air passes through the air – air heat exchanger and then reaches the evaporator (air-freon heat exchanger), where it is cooled by the refrigerating circuit until it reaches the preset dew point, thus condensing the moisture it contains. In the separator the condensed moisture is then separated and removed. The advantages of such a system are essentially two: first of all the inlet air is pre-cooled, so the refrigerating system can be sized in order to guarantee a more limited thermal jump, with an energy saving of about 40-50 per cent, and secondly no cold air is conveyed through the compressed air line, thus preventing the overall formation of condensate on the external surface of the piping. Condensate corrodes piping, solenoid valve and pneumatic tooling, forcing the user to withstand expensive repair interventions, especially the expensive down time heavy costs which cannot be easily controlled.

When compressed air is used as process air for painting equipment, in chemical industries, food processing industries, glass factories and in plants for conveying and handling hygroscopic raw materials, the installation of ultrafilter dryer is essential to eliminate the condensate which pollutes the production cycle.

For details contact: Ultrafilter (India) Pvt Ltd Plot No: 70, Bomasandra Indl Area Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 099 Tel: 080-41429900 Fax: 91-080-41419903 E-mail: info@ultrafilterindia.com www.oswindia.com

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PRODUCTS Advanced Hydrocarbon Gas Analysers Signal Group, the UKbased manufacturer of gas analysers, offers the new SOLAR range of fixed hydrocarbon monitors. The SOLAR instruments employ flame ionisation detectors (FIDs) and are supplied in a standard 19� rack, with heated and non-heated options. A dual detector version is also available for the simultaneous measurement of both methane and non-methane hydrocarbons. The SOLAR analysers can be operated via an intuitive colour touch-screen display. However, a non-screen version is available for systems integrators. Typical applications include research and development, emissions compliance, gas purity, engine emissions, air quality, process control and combustion monitoring. Alternatively, a 24 V version of the instrument is available for Real-world Driving Emissions (RDE) tests.

For details contact: Signal Group Ltd 12 Doman Road, Camberley Surrey GU15 3DF, U.K. Tel: +44 (0) 1276 682841, Fax: +44 (0) 1276 691302 E-mail: sales@signal-group.com

Tri-clover Gaskets Imaclamp - tri-clover gaskets are used for connecting two pipes in food and drug plant.

Tri-clover gasket is available in food grade silicon, food grade viton, food grade EPDM, etc. It can be supplied as per the sizes on request. Tri-clover gaskets are made from platinum cured silicone rubber, fluoro elastomer (FKM), EPDM and PTFE. It conforms to FDA 21 CFR.177.2600 and USP Class VI requirements. It is animal derived ingredient-free. Silicone Tri-clover gaskets are available with collar for better grip and also without collar.

It is available in red/orange/white and transparent colour. Imaclamp has different types like T/C gaskets, mesh T/C gaskets, PTFE envelop gaskets, sensor T/C gaskets and validation T/C gaskets.

For details contact: Ami Polymer Pvt Ltd 319 Mahesh Indl Estate, Opp: Silver Park Mira-Bhayander Rd, Mira Road (E) Thane, Maharashtra 401 104 Tel: 022-28555107, 28555631, 28555914 E-mail: mktg@amipolymer.com

Heavy Duty Super Duplex SS Submersible Acid-resistant Slurry Pumps The Goodwin pump uses high quality copper-end plates and bars in their rotor that are brazed together where the melting point of the braze is 787 o C. The motor runs submerged in oil which lubricates the bearings and transmits heat from the stator winding, the hottest part of the motor, to the high mass stator housing that acts as a heat sink.

The pump benefits from forced convection cooling by nature of the pumped fluid passing around the motor housing before it leaves the pump. This allows the pump to run all day even if it is only semi-submerged without overheating.

The Goodwin mechanical seal is only subjected to the pressure from the submergence depth of the pump which generally is only a few metres of head. Open vane impeller assists the break-down of large particles in the impeller that might ultimately lead to a blocked pump.

All Goodwin SSDS pump wet-end components are coated with a nickel-based super-alloy coating which is extremely corrosionresistance to oxidising acids, resistant to severe abrasion, metal to metal wear, hot abrasion, impact and has a low co-efficient of friction. This is a standard feature on all Goodwin SDSS pumps. Twin volute casing puts a balanced load on the shaft giving less vibration leading to longer mechanical seal and bearing life. The agitator is much closer to the lower bearing (390 mm) and as such the bending moment on the shaft, when it comes into contact with large particles, is much less.

The Goodwin agitator which was granted a patent sends shock waves down below the pump making settled solids start to flow similar to tapping ones foot on the sand on a beach.

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PRODUCTS LED Powerdrive Integrated Controller The LED powerdrive IC allows the independent operation of up to 3 LED Spot 100 IC/HP IC. Two versions are available: The LED powerdrive IC 400 can drive one LED Spot 100 IC/HP IC and the LED powerdrive IC 1200 can drive three LED Spot 100 IC/HP IC. The adjustment of the irradiation time is freely selectable in the ranges of -0.01-99.99 sec or 0.1-999.9 sec or 1-9999 sec alternatively, continuous operation can be chosen. The operating status and the temperature of the LED segments as well as the irradiation time can be seen on the display at a glance. The electrical LED power can be adjusted between 2% and 100% in 1% steps.

The device is recording the LED operating hours and the service menu gives comprehensive information about the current operation status. In addition, the LED powerdrive IC is characterised by the following features: large and clear display with all relevant information; intelligent power control; temperature/error control of LED; shortest cycle time (0.01 s when set on display/100 us in case of external activation). LEDs do not emit IR radiation. Even temperature-sensitive materials can be irradiated. A wide range of applications is covered by the variety of available wavelengths. As LEDs do not require a warm-up phase, LED heads can be switched On and Off without any problems: they are ready for immediate operation. The typical service life of a LED is longer than 20,000 hours.

For details contact: Dr Honle AG UV Technology Lochhamer Schlag 1, 82166 Grafelfiong/Munchen, Germany Tel: +49 89 856-8-0 Fax: +49 89 85608-148

Impact Protection Gloves Aquila offers impact protection gloves as an integral part of an all-round hand protection strategy. In gloves, the ability to absorb impacts and prevent injuries to the fingers/back of hand is inextricably linked to other factors such as providing a suitable grip on the palm/finger area. This means that it is important to carefully match the glove to the specific tasks together with other requirements such as back of the hand protection, wrist security and good grip in oil, mud or other fluids.

In the case of impact protection gloves, this means not only protecting against blows, nips, abrasions, etc, but to do so with the greatest comfort and least interference plus having enhanced grip over the bare hand. Such gloves should not be tiring to wear as not only is this undesirable in itself, but tired operators with tired hands are more likely to make errors and have accidents. Aquila have considered many materials and types at different prices, and chose impact pads mainly made of TPE (thermalplastic elastomer) otherwise known as TPR (thermalplastic rubber) after finding that this material greatly aids wearability and enhances dexterity, so ensuring that users keep their gloves on and keep working longer, better and safer.

Over and above the specific impact resistance, gloves are usually required to offer more complex characteristics in combination, eg, impact resistance with cut resistance, high visibility colouration, wrist protection, secure retention, and high grip finger/palm area, eg, coated with sand nitrile and thermally insulated. Aquila have some eleven definitive types of multi-functional impact gloves – taking just two examples with CE Certification to EN420/en388 we may look at the TOG6W range - an exciting development in the Aquila oil and gas TPR glove range, which offers cushioned silicone protection shielding against blunt force impacts, with an unusually high degree of comfort down to -50°C. It is ideal for use in the oil and gas industry, also in cold or refrigerated stores and warehouses and for outdoor work in cold environments.

A secure grip on heavy equipment in wet and dry conditions, such as in oil and chemical production, is greatly aided by the sand impregnated nitrile coating which extends over the whole palm and finger gripping surface. Other features include high visibility colour to ensure that it may be seen and avoided by other workers in the area, also an opening cuff with Velcro closure for speed of fitting/removal, eg, quick removal in an emergency and for security in use. The Aquila TOG4B/G in either blue or grey is a TPR impact resistant glove with cut 4 level (ISO13997 level E) protection developed for high performance hand protection in the oil and gas industries. It is also of great value as personal protection equipment (PPE) for the utility and mining industries where it delivers cut protection throughout the glove, ie, the whole hand/finger/cuff, by virtue of its advanced Alkimos yarn technology.

For details contact: The Industrial Marketing Agency 68 Ampthill Road, Shefford Bedfordshire SG17 5BB, U.K. Tel: +44 1462 850040 E-mail: sue@theindustrialmarketingagency.co.uk / info@theindustrialmarketingagency.co.uk www.oswindia.com

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PRODUCTS Gaskets

Hydraulic Diaphragm Metering Pump GYLON EPIX Style 3500 EPX is a high performance, silica filled PTFE sheet material designed for use with strong acids, solvents, hydrocarbon and other aggressive media. Style 3500 EPX withstands a wide range of chemicals for extended service in a wide variety of applications.

It finds application in strong acids, solvents, hydrocarbons, water, steam, chlorine and cryogenics.

For details contact: GARLOCK India Pvt Ltd Plot No: A-88/89, H-Block MIDC Pimpri, Pune Maharashtra 411 018 Tel: 020-67126600 Fax: 91-020-67126699 E-mail: sales.india@garlock.com

PulsaPro pumps are positive displacement reciprocating metering pumps that combine the high efficiency of a plunger pump with the sturdiness of a diaphragm seal to eliminate leakage.

They provide maximum accuracy and repeatability with the dependability of a 5 year drive train warranty. Available in a wide range of materials and diaphragm designs, PulsaPro pumps offer a diverse range of fluid handling solutions.

For details contact: IDEX India Pvt Ltd Survey No: 256, GIDC Manjsar Savli, Nr Bombardier Circle Dist: Vadodara Gujarat 391 770 E-mail: info.fmt@idexcorp.com

Drum Pumps Shanbhag & Associates is the authorised, national distributor for the entire range of Lutz products.

Lutz Pumpen GmbH & Co KG, Germany is the premier manufacturer of electric and pneumatic drum/ container pumps in the world.

The Lutz concept allows the complete pump (drive motor and pump tube) to be used in different containers and liquids as long as components in the pump tube are approved for use in the liquids.

Lutz drum pumps can handle liquids which are aggressive, flammable, thin, viscous, hot or cold, hazardous to ground water and the environment, and vary with respect to their density. Liquids up to 100,000 cp can be unloaded from drums or IBCs. The wide variety of liquids and container types/dimensions necessitates an extensive range of drum pump models. They are available in a variety of materials, equipped with electric/air motors adapted to the output requirements, for different voltages (AC/DC), explosion-proof for hazardous applications, pneumatically-operated, with the required delivery rate and a suitable sealing system. Added to this are pump tubes in varying lengths and wide range of accessories permitting, eg, adaptation to problematic containers or operating conditions. Pump tubes are available with centrifugal impeller or with eccentric screw principle constructions.

Tube materials are in PP/PVDF/Alu/SS-316 (Ti) / Hast-C. Tube drivers are available in electric (FLP/Non-FLP) and pneumatic options. Drum pumps can be offered in sanitary and non-sanitary constructions including 3A Certified construction.

For details contact: Shanbhag & Associates B-50 Nandbhuvan Indl Estate Mahakali Caves Road Andheri (E) Mumbai 400 093 Tel: 022-40365700, 40365711 Fax: 91-022-40365712 E-mail: info@shanbhags.com Offshore World | 55 | April-May 2019

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PRODUCTS Tanks & Vessels Plastic material has been used in numerous applications where corrosive chemicals are present.

Thermoplastics are well-known for their excellent chemical resistance and are commonly used in piping, valves, halves, hoods and linings. They unfortunately do not have sufficient mechanical strength to make them suitable for large structures such as storage vessels, towers and stacks.

New generation fiberglass reinforced plastics on the other hand, have excellent mechanical properties.

The combination of thermoplastic liners and FRP thermoset composites provides structures, commonly called dual-laminate with excellent chemical resistance and structural strength.

Dual-laminates are now used in numerous applications replacing exotic metals and alloys lined steel (glass, stoneware or rubber).

DM Engg Co fabricates dual-laminate equipment such as scrubbers, process vessels and tanks, which have been used for years offering a costeffective solution in highly-corrosive applications. These are commonly found in the anodizing, electroplating, chemical process industry, pulp and paper, and metal refining where chemicals such as chlorine and chloro-alkali products, strong acids, strong bases, organic compounds and others are present.

For details contact: D M Engg Co Unit 4, Bldg 5A, Rajprabha Mohan Indl Estate Off W E Highway, Naikpada Vasai (E), Dist: Thane Maharashtra 401 208 Tel: 0250-3217484 Telefax: 91-0250-2456877 E-mail: sales@dmenggco.com / dmenggco@gmail.com

Fluon ETFE Powder Coating & Lining Fluon ETFE is a thermoplastic fluoropolymer, a copolymer of tetrafluoroethylene and ethylene, developed by Asahi Glass Co Ltd. Fluon ETFE is widely used in various industrial applications for its outstanding processability in addition to excellent chemical resistance and electrical properties associated with fluoropolymers generally, such as PTFE, PFA and FEP. Various anti-corrosion equipment are made by Fluon ETFE powder by various moulding methods such as electrostatic powder coating, rotolining, fluid bed, etc. Seamless coating is easily available in each process.

Fluon ETFE is stable against most chemicals, including acids, alkalies and solvents, across a wide temperature and at various pressures. ETFE has the benefit of outstanding processability enabling various shapes and sizes, and thick coatings of over 1-mm to be achieved. The IL primer Series increase Fluon ETFE adhesive properties, thus increasing the potential applications of Fluon ETFE. Powder grades of ETFE are electrostatically charged then sprayed on to the substrate and subsequently baked in an oven. Powder grades of ETFE are placed inside a double-axial rotating container and subjected to a heating and cooling cycle. Standalone tanks may also be coated using an appropriate release agent. The substrate is heated and dipped into a container of fluidized powder.

FM Global provides an approval standard for fume exhaust ducts (Class 4922) regarding controlling the spread of a fire. Fluon ETFE has excellent inflammability and is widely adopted as the material of choice for FM duct material.

Fluon ETFE has excellent anti-stick properties and significantly reduced odour transfer index compared to other polymer materials.

For details contact: Asahi Glass Co Ltd Shin-Marunouchi Bldg 1-5-1 Marunouchi Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 100-8405, Japan Tel: +81-3-3218-5875 Fax: +81-3-3281-7856 www.oswindia.com

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EVENTS DIARY

Oil & Gas World Expo 2020

Gastech 2019

Date: 4-6 March 2020 Venue: Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (East), Mumbai, India

Date: 17-19 September 2019 Venue: Hoston, Texas Event: For over 45 years, the Gastech exhibition and conference has been at the forefront of the international gas, LNG and energy market. This world renowned event is regarded as the most significant meeting place for upstream, midstream and downstream gas, energy and LNG professionals, where they convene to do business.

G astech has fast become a nex t generation energy event, hosting major NOCs, IOCs, integrated energy companies, global utilities, EPC contrac tors, shipbuilders, pipeline companies, manufac turers, technology providers and ser vice companies all of whom play an ac tive role in the global energy value chain.

For details, contact: Aideen Mannionquinn Operations Enquiries Tel: +44 (0) 203 615 5901 Email: operations@gastechevent.com

Event: The 9th edition of Oil & Gas World Expo is scheduled from March 4-6, 2020 in Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (East), Mumbai, India. The Global Hydrocarbon show is aiming to connect, discuss and comprehend the views of leaders, policy makers, regulatory authorities, and service providers of the Indian and Global hydrocarbon industry. The 3-days Exhibition and dedicated conference will provide a platform to showcase innovative technologies and services, encompassing current and future trends in the entire value chain of hydrocarbon industry ranging from upstream to midstream and downstream.

Oil & Gas World Expo 2020 along with GASTech + Refining & Petrochemicals World Expo 2020 will provide a holistic platform to showcase latest trends in technologies, equipment & services to the right buyers from E&P, Natural Gas, LNG, CNG, CGD, Refining & Petrochemicals along with hydrocarbon infrastructure & services providing sectors.

ADIPEC 2019

For details contact: Jasubhai Media Pvt Ltd 3rd Floor, Taj Building, 210, Dr D N Road, Fort Mumbai – 400001, Maharashtra, India Tel: +91-22-40373636 Fax: +91-22-40373535 Email: conference@jasubhai.com http://chemtech-online.com/oil-gas-world-expo-2020/about-event

Date: 11-14 November 2019 Venue: Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference, Abu Dhabi

OPES 2020

Event: ADIPEC 2019, the largest Oil & Gas in Middle East, will bring together the global leaders of Energy, Power, Oil and Gas, Petroleum, Drilling, Offshore and Natural Gas, and Marine industries in a single platform to discuss and deliberate the current issues and trends in entire hydrcarob industr y and the future oppor tunities laying in the industr y. Since its inception in 1984, ADIPEC has provided an unrivalled platform for industr y exper ts to come together and share knowledge and meet with peers.

The multi- disciplinar y conference is intended for international and regional oil and gas professionals, who are involved in both the technical and non-technical func tions within the industr y.

For details, contact: DMG Events 5 th Floor, The Palladium, Cluster C, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, P.O. B ox 33817 Dubai United Arab Emirates Tel: +971 4 438 0355 Email: info@dmgevents.com

Date: 8-11 March 2020 Venue: Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre Muscat, Oman Event: OGWA is a biennial international exhibition and conference that brings together local and international oil and gas companies from the GCC, technology and ser vice providers, equipment suppliers, and other companies direc tly ser ving the industr y’s requirements.

It is a platform for discussing the latest developments and direc tions of the industr y, as well as for trade and business oppor tunities among the local and international oil and gas companies. Launched in 1998, it has since been under the patronage of the Ministr y of Oil & Gas and has consistently received the suppor t of Petroleum D evelopment Oman (PDO), Oman LNG, and many other leading oil and gas companies.

For details, contact: Ebrahim Taher Exhibition Direc tor OmanExpo P.O. B ox: 20,PC:117 Wadi Kabir 1st Floor, SABCO Building, Wattayah, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Tel: +968 24660124 Fax: +968 24660125/126 Email: ebrahim.taher@omanexpo.com

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BOOKSHELF

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Upstream Oil & Gas Industry

Author: Bernhard W Seubert Price: $24.00 No of pages: 190 pages (Paperback) Publisher: Independently published About the book: This book has been written for laymen, for all those who would like to understand the business of oil and gas without having to read through the ballast of technical background. This book is easy to read and nearly free of technical jargon and mathematical formulas. To help with understanding, a glossary has been added as an appendix. The book is meant as an introduction to the large field of geology and upstream petroleum technology. It addresses investment people, students, non-technical managers in an oil company, journalists and all those who want to obtain a quick immersion into the oil and gas industry. If you are in the oil and gas business and need to explain to someone outside the field – this is intended for you. If you are a non-technical person in an oil company or are considering studying geology or petroleum engineering, this is the fastest way to read up on the subject matter. For the seasoned professional who is familiar with the subject matter, this book may come in useful to explain aspects of the business to outsiders. A special effort has been made to point out the stochastic nature of exploration, the value of information and knowledge and the economic and historic back-drop on which all commercial oil and gas operations take place. This book does not claim to be complete and correct to the last detail. Indeed, some aspects have been drastically oversimplified to make them easier to understand. For further study and for those who want to know more, there is a large body of books, teaching videos and webinars on the Internet in additions to commercial libraries. In fact, every aspect of the oil business is so rich in detail and profound in science that it requires study and specialists’ knowledge. The subject of every chapter could be a full career or profession.

Introduction To Petroleum Exploration And Engineering Author: Andrew Clennel Palmer Price: Paperback $38.00 No of pages: 154 pages (Paperback) Publisher: WSPC About the book: This book is an introduction to oil and gas designed to be both accessible to absolute beginners who know nothing about the subject, and at the same time interesting to people who work in one area (such as drilling or seismic exploration) and would like to know about other areas (such as production offshore, or how oil and gas were formed, or what can go wrong). It begins by discussing oil and gas in the broader context of human society, and goes on to examine what they consist of, how and where they were formed, how we find them, how we drill for them and how we measure them. It describes production onshore and offshore, and examines in detail some instructive mishaps, including some that are well known, such as Deepwater Horizon and Piper Alpha, and other lesser known incidents. It looks at recent developments, such as shale oil, and concludes with some speculation about the future. It includes many references for readers who would like to read further. Mathematical content is minimal.

Production Chemicals for the Oil and Gas Industry Author: Malcolm A Kelland Price: $120.73 No of pages: 454 pages (Hardcover) Publisher: CRC Press (2nd Edition) About the book: Production chemistry issues result from changes in well stream fluids, both liquid and gaseous, during processing.

Since crude oil production is characterized by variable production rates and unpredictable changes to the nature of the produced fluids, it is essential for production chemists to have a range of chemical additives available for rectifying issues that would not otherwise be fully resolved. Modern production methods, the need to upgrade crude oils of variable quality, and environmental constraints demand chemical solutions. Thus, oilfield production chemicals are necessary to overcome or minimize the effects of the production chemistry problems.

This book discusses a wide variety of production chemicals used by the oil and gas industry for down-hole and topside applications both onshore and offshore. Incorporating the large amount of research and applications, this new edition reviews all past and present classes of production chemicals, providing numerous difficult-to-obtain references, especially SPE papers and patents. Unlike other texts that focus on how products perform in the field, this book focuses on the specific structures of chemicals that are known to deliver the required or desired performance - information that is very useful for research and development. Each updated chapter begins by introducing a problem, such as scale or corrosion, for which there is a production chemical. The author then briefly discusses all chemical and nonchemical methods to treat the problem and provides in-depth descriptions of the structural classes of relevant production chemicals. He also mentions, when available, the environmental properties of chemicals and whether the chemical or technique has been successfully used in the field. This Edition includes two new chapters and nearly 50 per cent more references.

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Offshore World | 58 | April-May 2019