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The Pipe Tech Americas Summit 2012 will deliver a combination of case studies, keynote sessions, interactive workshops and networking activities that address the most critical challenges faced by all oil and gas pipeline operators and owners. Get the latest information on regulatory developments, management best practices, construction planning and maintenance and inspection technologies for improving pipeline performance and the bottom line.

Summit program highlights include:
Progress update on the re-authorization of the Pipeline Safety Act: Preparing for upcoming regulatory challenges and changes led by John A. Jacobi, P.E. Community Assistance/Technical Services (CATS) Manager, SW Region Office of Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
Keystone Pipeline project update: Moving forward on the promise of ensuring a secure supply: Components of the integrity management plan unique to the keystone pipeline project led by Ken Murchie, Project Director Keystone Pipeline Transcanada Pipelines Limited

Adopting a life cycle management approach to your integrity management plans: Lessons learned adopting GIS based integrity management systems led by Robert S Purgason, Chief Operating Officer, Chesapeake Midstream Partners

Exploring opportunities and overcoming challenges in new large diameter pipeline projects: building beyond the requirements of the regulatory to improve operational and environmental performance led by Denise Hamsher, Director Planning – Major Projects, Enbridge Energy Company Inc