Events
Gulf Coast Energy Forum
The U.S. Gulf Coast has emerged as the crossroads for global LNG activity. The U.S. Gulf Coast and the Henry Hub benchmark is no longer simply a supply source – it is now the premium demand pricing point for the continent. As a result, there is worldwide interest in the dynamics of this particular region, across the entire natural gas value chain, supporting LNG. This event responds to the industry’s demand for a purpose-built venue for industry players to learn, obtain insight, network and conduct business across the entire natural gas value chain supporting global LNG activity.
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YPP USA 2023 Symposium
Join us May 18th, 2023 at the Marriot Marquis in Houston, Texas for discussions focused around “Fueling the Global Energy Demand.” At this event, we will bring together industry leaders to explore the future of energy and the opportunities presented as we face increasing challenges across the energy value chain. YPP USA is thrilled to have Toby Rice, President and CEO of EQT, joining us as our keynote speaker!
Registration is open! Visit: https://yppusa.wufoo.com/forms/2023-ypp-symposium-registration
LDC Gas Forum Southeast
The 23rd Annual Southeast Forum is the premier event where 400+ of the Natural Gas Industry’s leaders gather in Savannah for 3 days of networking, insights, & deal making.
You should attend this forum if you are with a utility. These are your peers! You are an end user. Meet current & potential new suppliers! You are a marketer. Meet current & potential new suppliers and markets! You are a processor. Meet current & potential markets, producers and pipelines! You are a producer. Meet current & potential markets, marketers and pipelines! You are a vendor. This is where your customers will be!
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PRCI and YPP USA BRIDGE Workshop - How the Pipeline Industry Will “Fuel the Global Energy Demand”
PRCI and YPP USA BRIDGE Workshop - How the Pipeline Industry Will “Fuel the Global Energy Demand” & White Paper Training
PRCI is hosting a YPP USA BRIDGE* workshop on March 16th at their Technology Development Center (TDC) in Houston. This workshop is targeting young pipeline professionals who would like to increase their knowledge on pipeline industry topics related to “Fueling the Global Energy Demand” and better develop their white paper writing skills. The workshop will also help prepare YPP members for the YPP USA 2023 Symposium White Paper Competition.
Pipeline industry subject matter experts (SMEs) will share their knowledge by leading discussions on topics relating to fueling the global energy demand such as leveraging existing U.S. infrastructure, emerging fuels, and decarbonization. These discussions will accompany guidance on how to write a successful white paper.
This workshop will be limited to 16 YPP members. A limited number of virtual spots will be available for members interested in learning how to write a great white paper for the YPP USA 2023 Symposium White Paper Competition, but who are not able to attend the workshop in person. Lunch will be provided and a tour of PRCI’s TDC will be offered after the workshop. The workshop is on March 16th from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm (including Lunch) with the optional PRCI TDC Facility Tour starting at 1:00 pm.
Participating SMEs
Satish Kulkarni – Pipeline Senior Advisor, Chevron
Ben Hanson – Integrity Process and Technology Senior Engineer, Kinder Morgan
Taylor Shie – Hydrogen Project and Technology, Shell
Liz Rutherford – Metallurgist, Energy Transfer
Steve Koetting – Senior Pipeliner, Retired, ExxonMobile
BRIDGE Workshop Schedule
9:30 am - Arrival, Introductions, Safety Moment
10:00 am - BRIDGE Workshop
12:00 pm - Lunch & Networking
1:00 pm - Facility Tour
Frictional Sliding in Pipeline Technology
Join us for an educational webinar on frictional sliding technology! Go to your MemberPlanet events to find the webinar details here: https://www.memberplanet.com/events/yppusa/frictionalslidinginpipelineintegrity
Webinar Summary
In response to the San Bruno pipeline explosion in 2010, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) introduced a set of rules, collectively known as the “Gas Mega Rule”, which require pipeline operators to verify material properties of all their onshore gas pipelines by July 2035. As a result, pipeline operators have developed a need for non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies to help them meet the requirements of this new regulation. One such technology is MMT’s Hardness, Strength, and Ductility (HSD) tester which utilizes frictional sliding to non-destructively evaluate a pipe’s yield strength (YS) and ultimate tensile strength (UTS). This webinar will discuss how frictional sliding was developed and validated as a reliable method to determine the YS and UTS of pipes, how it is used to determine the specific type of welding process used for electric resistance welded (ERW) pipes, how it is utilized to determine seam toughness, and the overall NDT process to provide operators with complete records of their pipelines. Additionally, the future developments in in-ditch material verification technologies will be covered.
Presenter Biography
Mindaugas Vaisys received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. After spending 6 years in the electrical power distribution equipment manufacturing field, Mindaugas joined MMT in 2021 as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. Currently he leads the manufacturing activities related to the Hardness, Strength, and Ductility (HSD) tester and is helping the development of a portable steel toughness tester.
Mentorship Program Information Webinar
Join this information session to find out more about how to get involved in the YPP USA Mentorship Program!
PPIM YPP USA Social
Join us February 7th from 5:30-7:30PM for a social at The Grove in Houston, Texas after the PPIM Conference! Food and drink tickets will be provided.
RSVP by February 6th here - https://lnkd.in/ghnvSdYH
PPIM
YPP USA will be hosting booth 1002 at the Pipeline Pigging and Integrity Management (PPIM) conference at the George R. Brown convention center in Houston, Texas on February 7-9.
You can register for the conference at https://ppimconference.com/
Webinar - Automated Underwater Vehicle Inspection Technologies for Subsea Pipelines
Join us for our December webinar with speaker Gunnar Brink!
Webinar Summary
Many hundreds of thousands of kilometers of oil and gas pipelines have been laid on the seabed and more are being laid. Some are on the seafloor; some have been buried. The seabed is constantly moving due to tidal currents, other currents, and sometimes due to internal temperature fluctuations of the pipeline or external weather influences. All these phenomena can cause deeper burial or exposure, free spans and buckling of the pipelines. Even more frequently, third party damages can cause problems, such as from anchoring vessels, fishing nets or dropped objects. Therefore, underwater pipelines have to be regularly subjected to external inspection by professional divers or robots. These robots can be remotely operated, in which case they are called ROVs, or they can work autonomously and without connecting cables, in which case they are called AUVs. Gunnar Brink will present the common problems and concerns of subsea pipelines and explain the advantages of AUVs for their inspection compared to divers and ROVs.
Presenter Biography
Gunnar Brink studied physics at the Technical University of Munich, where he received his PhD on biosensors. Afterwards he led teams in the development of laboratory devices before becoming coordinator for computer science and AI institutes at the Executive Board of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. In 2016, after moving to a Fraunhofer institute as head of strategy and innovation management, he became team lead of one of the 32 internationally participating teams in the $7 million Shell Ocean Discovery XPRIZE. His team was one of 9 semi-final winners and one of 5 finalists. In the project, the 17-member team successfully developed a fleet of 5 autonomous deep-sea AUVs and 5 unmanned maritime surface vehicles for large-scale exploration and survey of the deep seafloor. Since 2019, he is responsible for the market strategy and external financing of the subsea robotics projects at ROSEN Group. He is inventor or co-inventor of a total of 19 patents or pending patent applications in the field of underwater robotics.
BRIDGE Workshop - SGA Training: Powerful Conversations to Encourage Your Employer to Invest in Your Personal Development
Workshop Summary
Please join us on December 14th with Suzanne Ogle, Chief Executive Officer of Southern Gas Association (SGA) and President of the Gas Machinery Research Council (GMRC), and Cindy Mitchell, Vice President of Operations for the Southern Gas Association in Dallas, TX.
This workshop will help you gain confidence in having powerful conversations with your employer, so you don’t miss out on opportunities for your professional development.
Note: This event is limited to 16 attendees only. Go to your MemberPlanet events page for a link to RSVP and add this event to your calendar: BRIDGE Workshop - SGA Training: Powerful Conversations to Encourage Your Employer to Invest in Your Personal Development (memberplanet.com)
ADV Intregrity's Open House
Join us on Thursday, December 8th from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM t ADV Integrity’s Open House.
Several tests will be going in the lab throughout the day and two full-scale burst tests are scheduled in the afternoon with a “guess the burst pressure” contest for those willing to wager!
It’s going to be a great day and 200 people have already signed up representing over 80 companies!
Registration Link: https://mailchi.mp/cab2f4fb8cae/open-house-2022
Atlanta Chapter TopGolf Social & Charity Event
Join fellow YPP members for a social event at TopGolf Alpharetta!
In the spirit of the holidays, we are partnering with North Fulton Community Charities and we’ll be collecting donations to their seasonal Toyland Shop. Last year, NFCC served over 700 families in the Atlanta area, and this community support isn't possible without YOU. Specifically, they are mostly in need of gifts for pre-teens and teens: gifts or gift cards around $25 in value would be much appreciated! Popular gifts / gift cards for teens and pre-teens include watches, jewelry, make up kits and bags, sports themed items, portable speakers, headphones, room décor, and gift cards to Best Buy, Walmart, Target, etc.
Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided and golf will be covered as well for all who would like to partake.
Please RSVP by Nov. 22nd so we can provide an accurate headcount to TopGolf.
We look forward to seeing everyone there and don’t forget to bring a toy for the kids! Thank you!
Webinar - Local Transmission and Distribution Company Insights
Please join us on November 17th with Mitch Anderson, System Engineering Supervisor at Okaloosa Gas District. He will be giving some insight into the operations of a Local Transmission and Distribution company. From integrity management of their transmission lines to sizing excess flow valves and meters for customers, Mitch will give a good view of what the day-to-day life of an engineer is like at Okaloosa Gas District.
YPP USA x United Way of Greater Houston Workshop
YPP USA is proud to partner with the United Way of Greater Houston (UWGH) for our first Houston Chapter service event. This event supports UWGH’s mission of connecting people to possibility.
This event is open to YPP USA members only. Please reach out to info@yppusa.org for information on how to register. YPP USA Members should have received an email with the registration link or can access the event on MemberPlanet to RSVP.
Cheniere Sabine Pass Tour
YPP USA members have been invited by Cheniere Energy to tour their Sabine Pass Liquefaction facility!
"Surrounded by thriving Louisiana wetlands, blessed with an enviable view of the Gulf of Mexico and the Texas border, our Sabine Pass facility is a marvel of modern infrastructure. Through sunny days and some stormy nights, Sabine Pass Liquefaction (SPL) has reliably and safely produced more than 1,000 cargoes since 2016, setting a new standard of excellence in the LNG field. These cargoes have powered factories and homes around the world." - https://www.cheniere.com/where-we-work/sabine-pass
A bus will be provided to transport YPP members from Houston to the facility and back. With travel time and tour, this will be an all-day event. All PPE and even lunch will be provided by Cheniere!
Please check your email or MemberPlanet for the opportunity to RSVP. This event is limited to a maximum of 20 people - so RSVP as soon as you are able! We will keep track of RSVPs and generate a waitlist as applicable. A follow-up email with agenda details and a visitor tour request form will be sent upon RSVP.
Webinar - Pipelines in the Water Industry
Water pipes, in the broadest sense of the word, existed long before the first oil and gas pipelines were built. Until now, however, these water pipelines have been neglected from an integrity standpoint. While world population growth and climate change show a sharp increase in demand for water, all of this must be met with an outdated network of pipelines. Well-functioning inspection systems can answer the outstanding integrity questions that network operators have. Berry Krijbolder will provide a brief insight into what is going on in this industry and what obstacles need to be addressed.
YPP USA Columbus, Ohio Chapter Event
Join the YPP USA Columbus, Ohio Chapter for a social event!
The event will begin with a time to socialize and meet the other members of the chapter, transition into a round of trivia, and end with a discussion regarding what people would like to see from the Columbus Chapter and how it can be the most beneficial. In addition, food will be provided for the evening.
When: September 8th from 4:30 to 6:30pm EDT
Location: Hoof Hearted Brewery and Kitchen
Address: 850 N 4th St, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Webinar - YPP USA Overview
Webinar Summary
Join new and returning YPP leaders as we go through an overview of YPP USA's mission, objectives, and planned offerings for the next year. Attendees can expect to meet the leadership team and learn about the history and direction of YPP USA.
Please check your inbox for a MemberPlanet invite with the meeting link.
Webinar - Pipelines in Nuclear Applications
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Webinar Summary
Discussions around our energy future often highlight the emergence of relatively new technologies such as solar, hydrogen, RNG’s and other sources. However, one of the earlier forms of alternative energy sourcing has many valuable and unique attributes that it adds to the equation. Join Graig Cilluffo and Dylan Cimock as they discuss the role that pipelines play in the nuclear power space. Members will have the opportunity to learn and discuss topics such as design, construction, and integrity practices related to Pipelines in Nuclear Applications.
Presenter Bios
Graig Cilluffo is the Founder and Senior Principal for Cornerstone Corrosion Consulting based near Atlanta, GA. He is also Program Engineer, Talen Energy Susquehanna Steam Electric Station – Berwick, PA. Prior to Cornerstone, Graig worked as the Lead Corrosion Engineer at Exelon Nuclear for 10 years. He was responsible for developing and implementing risk-based asset integrity programs for a 13-site nuclear power generation company. Graig has been involved in the pipeline industry for over 20 years now, working for companies such as ExxonMobil and WorleyParsons. He has 8 direct publications in asset integrity and numerous contributions to standards, reports, and training programs. He is also a Subject Matter Expert for related Electric Power Research Institute activities including buried piping, CP, NDE, coatings, service water, aging management & selective leaching.
Dylan Cimock is a Senior Technical Leader at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering from Michigan State University. Dylan joined EPRI in 2016 and has responsibility for managing research projects related to buried piping, cathodic protection, and selective leaching within EPRI’s nuclear sector. Prior to joining EPRI, Dylan worked at nuclear utility from 2009 through 2016, primarily supporting the license renewal and life extension of various nuclear power plants.
Tulsa Social Event - Baseball Game
Join fellow YPP Members for a Tulsa Drillers Game at Oneok Field. The event will be held in a stadium box with limited seating. Please feel free to bring a date (additional attendant does not have to be a member). Food and soft drinks will be provided, child care will not.
Please check your email for the opportunity to RSVP. Thank you!
For any questions, please contact the following YPP members:
Ethan Pulvermacher, Tulsa Chapter Chair Lead, 620-453-2020
Camille Williams, YPP Local Chapter Chair Work Group Lead, 281-908-9655
Houston Social Event
Please check your email for an opportunity to RSVP!
We will have a section reserved for YPP USA members.
For any questions, please contact the following YPP members:
Peter Han, Houston Chapter Chair Lead, 713-989-2143
Camille Williams, YPP Local Chapter Chair Work Group Lead, 281-908-9655
BRIDGE Workshop - Diversity & Inclusion
Please check your email for an invite to RSVP to this event!
YPP USA will be hosting another industry B.R.I.D.G.E (Best practices, Risk assessment, Industry exposure, Design and projects, Growth opportunities, and Educational) workshop. The event is targeting attendance by champions of Diversity and Inclusion in the pipeline industry and at least fifteen (15) YPP members. This workshop collaborates between the YPP Diversity & Inclusion Workgroup and the YPP Community of Practice Workgroup.
Webinar - Pipeline Public Awareness and Engagement
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Webinar Summary
Dr. Christie Murray will discuss current and upcoming public awareness and engagement industry developments and the increased public interest in pipeline safety matters. She will also share how public engagement differs now than in the past and how it could impact future energy initiatives.
Presenter Bio
Dr. Murray has over 27 years of diverse energy expertise, in the public and private sector, in engineering, national regulatory compliance, policy formation and implementation, business, strategic planning, crisis communication, government and industry affairs, public awareness and engagement, leadership development, training and education, and program management. Further, she holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, a Master’s degree in Computer Information Systems, and a Doctorate in Business Administration.
PRCI Technology Development Center Open House
Join YPP USA and PRCI members & staff and pipeline industry guests at the Technology Development Center Open House on Thursday, April 14, 2022!
Registration link:
PRCI Technology Development Center Open House Tickets, Thu, Apr 14, 2022 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite
About this event:
The PRCI Technology Development Center (TDC) Open House is an opportunity to learn about TDC services, a world-renowned sample inventory, and technologies available through service providers that can be used to increase the safety and integrity of our pipeline systems.
Currently scheduled for this event are:
• Technical sessions and a panel focusing on how pipeline operators and service providers have leveraged the TDC facility to advance technology and solve industry challenges,
• Pull test demonstrations and flow loop walk-throughs,
• Exhibitors demonstrating their latest technologies and services, and
• Complimentary breakfast, lunch & refreshments.
Build your industry network with other attendees from pipeline operating companies, research & development contractors, service & solution providers, universities, and government at PRCI’s premier research facility in the commitment to ensure the safety of the national and international pipeline system.
YPP Symposium
The YPP USA symposium is our flagship event that brings together industry experts and young professionals to discuss opportunities in the pipeline industry.
McGill's On Yale Social Event
Join YPP USA for a social event!
Please RSVP by emailing info@yppusa.org if you plan to attend!
For any questions, please contact the following YPP members:
Ethan Pulvermacher, Tulsa Chapter Chair Lead, 620-453-2020
Camille Williams, YPP Local Chapter Chair Work Group Lead, 281-908-9655
17th Pipeline Technology Conference
The flagship European conference & exhibition for the international pipeline industry will again take place in Berlin from March 7-10, 2022.
Pipeline and distribution network operators from all over the world will once again participate in the ptc to learn more about current developments in the industry and exchange experiences with other operators.
With the experience gained from two online ptcs and a series of Virtual Pipeline Summits, ptc 2022 will morph into a hybrid event and will be more digital than ever before. The central presence of Berlin (ptc Berlin) will be connected to a virtual platform (ptc Remote) that will offer extended networking features. It will be easier than ever before to find someone who offers exactly what you are looking for. No matter if this person is sitting at the next table at the exhibition or sitting in front of their laptop in Houston or Dhahran.
We are very much looking forward to seeing you all again in the usual setting in Berlin and finally talking face-to-face with old acquaintances and new business contacts about new technologies, current challenges and perspectives for the future.
Many thanks to the whole ptc community and especially to the members of the ptc Advisory Committee for their great support.
For the first time the ptc will take place in conjunction with the NO DIG Berlin symposium and exhibition on trenchless technology.
Get involved now and get your ticket or reserve your stand at the exhibition.
YPP USA is a supporter of ptc 2022
YPI/YPP USA Hydrogen Pipelines Integrity Technologies
Check the email associated with your YPP account for registration and login details.
Webinar Summary
As the world moves towards a decarbonized future, global demand for fossil fuels continues to rise. The challenge is to meet the increased energy demand while reducing overall emissions along the entire value chain. In this context, hydrogen will play an important role as a flexible energy carrier, which in turn will have an impact on how we manage our (converted) pipelines.
This presentation will discuss the importance of hydrogen for the energy transition and the role of existing pipelines. We will summarize the unique properties of hydrogen and the differences between hydrogen pipelines and natural gas pipelines. In addition, we will introduce a framework approach outlining a structured approach for the assessment of existing pipelines and the management of their conversion to, and operation under, hydrogen service.
Presenter Bio
Ollie Burkinshaw is a Senior Materials Engineer with ROSEN Integrity Solutions, where he currently works on projects and service development around hydrogen applications, as well as material verification services that incorporate approaches based on In-Line Inspection, non-destructive and destructive testing. Ollie has 10 years’ experience with roles in integrity engineering, manufacturing and consultancy roles. He holds a Master's and Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science & Metallurgy from the University of Cambridge.