Connecting the Pipeline World: Inside Europe’s Premier Pipeline Event

Bolted Flange Joint Certification: A paramount industry standard and safety measure

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

Pipeline Intelligence: How DATA 360 is Transforming Infrastructure Delivery

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

From Welding to AI: How CRC Evans is Transforming Critical Infrastructure

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

Connecting the Pipeline World: Inside Europe’s Premier Pipeline Event

Recorded live at the Pipeline Technology Conference (PTC) in Berlin, Germany, this episode dives into the evolution of one of the world’s premier pipeline industry events and the growing movement to empower the next generation of pipeline professionals. Pipeline & Gas Journal sat down with Dennis Fandrich, Managing Director of EITEP and Chairman of PTC, alongside Kate Stratogianni of Rosen and Young Pipeline Professionals Europe (YPPE), to explore how a small technical conference launched in Hanover grew into a global industry gathering representing more than 60 countries and 100 pipeline operators.

Breaking New Ground in Pipeline Innovation: From European Expansion to Hydrogen Line Stops

This episode dives into the evolving world of pipeline innovation with industry experts from STATS Group. Andy Norrie (Head of Sales & Business Development) and Mike Kaiser (Business Development Manager, Europe) unpack the company’s expansion from the UK into continental Europe, the challenges of navigating diverse regulations and the strategy behind building market awareness. The conversation explores cutting-edge advancements, including emission-reducing pipeline isolation techniques, a major new partnership with Patriot and the recent P2D acquisition. Andy also shares insights on a world-first leak-tight hydrogen line stop, while Mike challenges traditional pipeline intervention methods with a fresh perspective on efficiency and sustainability.