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.