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PHMSA Advisory Bulletin: Pipeline Safety in Extreme Winter Weather

As extreme winter weather events grow more unpredictable and intense, pipeline operators face increasing challenges to maintaining system integrity. In Advisory Bulletin ADB–2026–03, PHMSA outlines practical steps owners and operators of gas and...

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PHMSA Advisory Bulletin: Integrity Risks of Type A Repair Sleeves

The U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) recently issued Advisory Bulletin ADB–2026–02 to reinforce best practices for...

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PHMSA Final Rule on Class Location Changes for Gas Transmission Pipelines

Introduction: On January 14, 2026, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a final rule codifying a new compliance...

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New Advisory Highlights Risks to Older Plastic Gas Pipes in High-Heat

New Advisory Highlights Risks to Older Plastic Gas Pipes in High-Heat Environments

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ASME B31Q 2025 is Here: What You Need to Know

The American Society for Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B31Q is a widely used standard in the natural gas industry. It provides pipeline operators with...

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Noble Rock Software Announces Strategic Investment in Energy Worldnet to Advance Operator Qualification Software Platform

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Noble Rock Software today announced a strategic investment in Energy Worldnet ("EWN"), a leading provider of...

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What Makes a Pipeline Task "Covered?" Unraveling the 4-Part Test

Ever wondered why backfilling on an active pipeline requires Operator Qualification (OQ), but backhoe maintenance does not? Or why leak investigation...

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A Quick Guide to the Project Management Life Cycle

Whether you’re preparing to launch a new training program or integrating new technologies into your processes, having a bit of project management...

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Upstream, Midstream, Downstream: A Quick Guide to the Natural Gas Process

Whether you work in the oil and gas industry or not, you’ve probably heard the terms “upstream,” “midstream,” and “downstream” before. But do you...

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Surviving the Brutal Summer Heat; Adaptation Strategies in the Oil and Gas Industry

Summer is finally here. The season features long sunny and warm days. Right now, oil and gas industry workers face an inescapable risk: the scorching...

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