02.28.24 -- Shell Expands Leading Position In The Norphlet With Rydberg

A major oil producer in Alaska’s North Slope region operates miles of transit pipeline as part of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) within the U.S. National Petroleum Reserve – Alaska.

Leak detection systems are increasingly under scrutiny as safety regulations tighten for all pipeline operators. These systems often perform well when installed, but over time numerous factors can cause them to deteriorate. Investigations have shown that the main causes of serious consequences from leak events were related to insufficient maintenance and insight to the leak detection system.