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The Pipeline Innovations TechTalk podcast offers an in-depth exploration of the unique challenges faced by the midstream industry. Each episode delves into cutting-edge technological solutions, showcasing the expertise and insights of leading professionals and innovators in their respective fields. Through engaging discussions, the podcast highlights how these advancements are transforming the industry and paving the way for more efficient, sustainable, and resilient midstream operations.
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- 5 days ago38 min
How Integrated Vegetation Management Is Changing Pipeline Operations
Pipeline right-of-way management has evolved far beyond routine vegetation clearing. In this episode of Pipeline Innovations Tech Talk, we sit down with Brent Oberlink, owner of Lanracorp, to discuss how integrated vegetation management (IVM) is helping operators improve safety, reduce long-term maintenance costs and strengthen pipeline integrity. The conversation explores the growing importance of proactive rights-of-way (ROW) management, the impact of extreme weather on maintenance strategies, and why vegetation management plays a critical role in inspections, emergency response and long-term asset reliability.
- 2 weeks ago28 min
Cybersecurity: A discussion in threat mitigation and resilience
In this episode, cybersecurity expert Paul Smith, Honeywell Technologies, discusses the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, the impact of artificial intelligence on cyber threats and strategies for industrial cybersecurity resilience. A must-listen for industry professionals aiming to stay ahead in cybersecurity.
- 3 weeks ago18 min
Permitting Reform, Grid Reliability and the Future of Natural Gas Infrastructure
As electricity demand accelerates due to AI data centers, industrial reshoring and increasing electrification, the need for reliable natural gas infrastructure has never been greater. In this episode, Pipeline & Gas Journal sits down with Dena Wiggins, President & CEO of the Natural Gas Supply Association (NGSA), to discuss the policy and infrastructure challenges shaping the future of U.S. energy. The conversation explores why permitting reform has become a critical issue for maintaining grid reliability, the economic and energy security impacts of delayed or canceled pipeline projects and how regulatory uncertainty is influencing investment decisions across the natural gas industry. Wiggins also shares her perspective on natural gas' continuing role in supporting an affordable, resilient electric grid and delivers her message to policymakers on the importance of timely infrastructure approvals.
- Jun 22, 202620 min
The Future of Gas Pipeline Operations: Building Smarter, More Resilient Networks
Gas pipeline operators are facing unprecedented challenges—from increasing system complexity and evolving energy demands to pressure on safety, reliability and emissions performance. In this episode, we sat down with Adam Harris, Global Vertical Market Leader, Pipelines and Terminal at Honeywell Process Automation, to explore how leading operators are adapting through digitalization, predictive operations, network optimization and practical applications of AI. Learn how integrated technologies are helping pipeline companies maximize existing infrastructure, strengthen energy resilience and move toward the next generation of autonomous, self-optimizing operations.
- Jun 15, 202619 min
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.
- May 26, 202624 min
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.
- May 18, 202612 min
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.
- May 11, 202613 min
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.
About Pipeline Innovations TechTalk
The Pipeline Innovations TechTalk podcast offers an in-depth exploration of the unique challenges faced by the midstream industry. Each episode delves into cutting-edge technological solutions, showcasing the expertise and insights of leading professionals and innovators in their respective fields. Through engaging discussions, the podcast highlights how these advancements are transforming the industry and paving the way for more efficient, sustainable, and resilient midstream operations.
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