Author: PRCI
Pipeline Research Council International, Inc. (PRCI), announces its 2013 Research Portfolio as approved by the Board of Directors at its September 2012 meeting in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Member contributions of over $10.3 million were allocated to programs and projects addressing pipeline operations and integrity, corrosion control, design, materials, construction, and facilities.
“Through the collaborative research model that PRCI employs we have developed a research agenda for 2013 that will continue to deliver on the organization’s core mission of technology development in support of safer and more environmentally friendly energy pipeline infrastructure around the world. Knowledge base, technologically superior tools, and sound process are keys to success for any company engaged in the transportation of energy via pipelines. PRCI is focused on advancing the underlying technology that impacts all three of these components and the 2013 program is consistent with that goal and the recently developed global pipeline R&D roadmap,” stated Eric Amundsen, Chair of PRCI.
PRCI’s 2013 Portfolio will address a spectrum of technology needs and opportunities that will advance the energy pipeline industry through research and development. The following highlights a number of specific programs and projects that PRCI will undertake in 2013:
Cliff Johnson, President of PRCI, commented “As the industry strives for zero incidents, it is critical that we deliver the knowledge and technology that will enable the industry to move in that direction. The research agenda that has been created demonstrates the commitment by the industry to continue looking for ways to ensure a safer and more efficient pipeline network.”