Technical Exchange Overview
Advancing Safe Live Pipeline Operations Through Innovation, Technology & Collaboration
About the Event
The Global Hot Tapping, Line Stop and Pipeline Intervention Technical Exchange is a highly focused technical platform designed to address the challenges and advancements in live pipeline operations. With experts presentations and collaborative discussions, the technical exchange aims to drive innovation and promote best practices across the oil, gas, and energy sectors.
Technical Exchange Highlights
Keynote Session
Insightful presentations by industry leaders, addressing strategic trends, major challenges, and the future of live pipeline operations.
Technical Presentations
In-depth sessions led by subject matter experts, focusing on practical solutions, technologies, and operational best practices.
Panel Discussions
Interactive forums bringing together experts to discuss critical industry issues, emerging trends, and collaborative approaches.
Q&A Discussions
Open discussions that encourage audience engagement, knowledge sharing, and direct interaction with speakers.
Roundtable Sessions
Discussion-driven sessions designed to encourage open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving on specific industry challenges.
Become a Speaker!
We invite industry professionals, researchers, and experts to contribute to the technical exchange by submitting technical papers and case studies. This is an opportunity to showcase your expertise, share innovative solutions, and contribute to the advancement of safe pipeline operations.
- Position yourself as an industry thought leader
- Showcase your expertise to a global audience
- Share your company's innovations and success stories
- Expand your professional network
- Gain visibility among key decision-makers
Submit Abstract
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Topics
Fundamentals
& Best Practices
History and development of Hot Tapping, Line Stopping, and Isolation Technology
Planning and Preparation for Safe Interventions, post-isolation work
Applicable International and Company standards
Case Studies Successes and Failures
Planning and Preparation for Safe Interventions, post-isolation work
Applicable International and Company standards
Case Studies Successes and Failures
Technologies and
Advanced Technical
Applications
Intrusive vs non-intrusive isolation
Emerging Line Stopping Techniques (double isolation, integrated bypass)
Specialty Isolation Plugs and Tools
Digital Integration and Remote Monitoring
Emerging Line Stopping Techniques (double isolation, integrated bypass)
Specialty Isolation Plugs and Tools
Digital Integration and Remote Monitoring
Safety, Compliance
& Risk Mitigation
Personnel Safety and Emergency Response Planning
Regulatory Requirements
Balancing advancing technology and risk
Hazard Identification and Control (pre-isolation and post-isolation)
Regulatory Requirements
Balancing advancing technology and risk
Hazard Identification and Control (pre-isolation and post-isolation)
Project Management
and Coordination
Planning Isolation Activities with Shutdowns and Turnarounds
Life cycle management and package development from engineering to execution
Hot-Tap, Main Contractor and Operator Collaboration and Responsibilities
Post-Intervention Verification and Documentation
Life cycle management and package development from engineering to execution
Hot-Tap, Main Contractor and Operator Collaboration and Responsibilities
Post-Intervention Verification and Documentation
Equipment
Performance Validation
and Certification
Overview of Industry Standards and Certification Bodies
Design Qualification: Role of third-party certification agencies
Testing Qualification: Pressure testing, fatigue analysis, and failure mode testing
Manufacturing Qualification: Material and Component Qualification
Factory Acceptance Test
Field Performance Monitoring and Post-Deployment Analysis
(Validating design assumptions and root cause analysis)
Design Qualification: Role of third-party certification agencies
Testing Qualification: Pressure testing, fatigue analysis, and failure mode testing
Manufacturing Qualification: Material and Component Qualification
Factory Acceptance Test
Field Performance Monitoring and Post-Deployment Analysis
(Validating design assumptions and root cause analysis)
Abstract Submission Guidelines
- Abstract should have clear title of the presentation.
- Abstract should be within 500 words with clear objective and conclusion of the presentation.
- Photo of the presenter and brief bio in 150 words and logo of the company.
- Author details including exact name, job title, email and contact details.
- Presentation for the technical exchange will be selected from the abstract submitted to the technical exchange committee.
- The early submission is particularly important to allow the committee members to review the abstract submitted.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
AUGUST 2026