Associations
Pipeline Technology Forum: New Name, Same Goals for GITA Fall Conference:
GITA’s fall GIS conference has a new name, the Pipeline Technology Forum, but its goal remains the same: timely and accurate delivery of actionable information on new technologies, regulations, best practices and value.
Associations in the News
The American Public Gas Association (APGA) promoted Erin Kurilla to vice president of Operations and Pipeline Safety. Kurilla joined APGA in October 2017 as the director for Operations & Safety in the Washington, office of APGA. She will replace John Erickson, who retired...
SGA Chair Caron Lawhorn on a Mission to Raise Industry’s Voice
Southern Gas Association Chair Caron Lawhorn is on a mission to give the natural gas industry a bigger voice in the national conversation on energy efficiency and sustainability.
NACE Corrosion Attendance Tops 6,500
More than 1,500 people filed into the NACE Corrosion 2018 opening ceremonies in Phoenix About 6,500 attendees, whose interests ranged from applications for pipelines to highway and bridge construction, turned out for NACE Corrosion 2018, held A..
27th World Gas Conference Preview
Our industry’s “Convention Season” is starting to slow down now that the Offshore Technical Conference (OTC) held in Houston has wrapped up. I was fortunate enough to get a double dose of INGAA President Don Santa’s 2018 outlook at two other conferences recently. Don was the keynote speaker at PG&J’..
GITA, Pipeline & Gas Journal Launch Annual Technology Conference
Gulf Energy Information's Pipeline & Gas Journal and the Geospatial Information and Technology Association (GITA) announced they will produce the Pipeline Technology Forum, including the 27th GITA Oil and Gas Pipeline Conference, Oct. 16-17 in Houston.
PPSA/PRCI Host ILI Demonstration for Young Pipeline Professionals
The Pigging Products and Services Association (PPSA) and the Pipeline Research Council International (PRCI) hosted a pull through ILI demonstration for Young Pipeline Professionals at the PRCI’s Technology Development Center (TDC) in Houston.
INGAA Foundation Announces Search for Executive Director
The INGAA Foundation is seeking candidates through June 15 for the position of Executive Director, with service to begin in September. P&GJ is publishing the following announcement as a courtesy to the INGAA Foundation and our readers: Executive Director Job Announcement May 2018 About the ..
American Public Gas Association
The American Public Gas Association (APGA) submitted a letter to the California State Assembly Committee on Natural Resources in opposition to legislation in California that would require all buildings in the state to be “electric ready” beginning in 2022.
American Gas Association
The American Gas Association (AGA) and its president and CEO, Dave McCurdy, announced that he will retire from the association in February 2019.
Double Success for BiSN at Offshore Achievement Awards
BiSN took home the Innovator Award and Great Company Award at this year’s Offshore Achievement Awards (OAA). Winners were announced at an awards ceremony on March 22 in Aberdeen, Scotland.
A Conversation with Conservation Fund CEO Larry Selzer
In an interview with P&GJ, Conservation Fund CEO Larry Selzer explains the organization's unique, dual-purpose mission to work with business and government to bring environmental protection and economic vitality together.
API Elects New CEO
The American Petroleum Institute has elected Mike Sommers as its next President and CEO. Sommers will succeed Jack Gerard, who is stepping down in August.
Kimberly Harris Sees Future Shaped by Customer Needs as AGA Turns 100
Puget Sound Energy President & CEO Kimberly Harris this year brings her unique combination of environmental sensibility and unabashed love for the energy industry to the international stage as chair of the American Gas Association as it celebrates its 100th year and hosts the World Gas Conference.
INGAA’s Bruner Seeks Unity Within Natural Gas Industry
In an interview with P&GJ, new INGAA chairman Jeffrey Bruner addressed the association's priorities, regulatory obstacles facing new projects, and the potential impact of the Trump administration on the industry during the remainder of 2018.
American Petroleum Institute
After 10 years, API President and CEO Jack Gerard said he will step down when his current contract ends in August. Until then, he will continue to direct the association’s work and assist in the search for a new CEO. Since Gerard joined API in 2008, membership grew by almost 50% and added members f..
PLCA Names New President of Associate Members
The Pipe Line Contractors Association (PLCA) has named Jared Shuler President of Associate Members. A PLCA member for nine years, Shuler, who previously served as the association’s senior vice president of pipeline contract services, will serve in his new role for a term of two years. The Presiden..
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