Pipeline professionals to address challenges at confab

The Pipeline Professionals Association of Nigeria (PLAN), a non-profit organisation, has announced the 8th edition of the Nigeria Pipeline Technology and Security Conference (NIPITECS).

The event will be held on November 21 to 22, 2024, at the Abuja Continental Hotels, Abuja. In a statement on Monday, the Chairman of PLAN, Geoff Onuoha, revealed that the conference is a flagship event designed to address challenges and explore innovative solutions in pipeline technology and security.

This year’s theme, ‘Pipelines: Critical Assets for National Economic Development and Environmental Sustainability,’ highlights the importance of pipelines as essential infrastructure for Nigeria’s economic growth and environmental stewardship.

The conference will bring together stakeholders, including industry leaders, experts, and policymakers from Nigeria, Africa, and the Diaspora.  Attendees can look forward to keynote presentations, panel discussions, and an exhibition showcasing the latest advancements in pipeline technology and services.

Topics on the agenda include advances in pipeline design and construction, application of artificial intelligence in pipeline management and sustainable bioremediation practices.

NIPITECS 2024 also offers unparalleled networking opportunities with C-suite executives and decision-makers in the pipeline sector. Distinguished sponsors and exhibitors include Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Prime Sources Limited, Oilserv Group, Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG), Intero Integrity, and many others.

Onuoha emphasised that the event provides a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of solutions to pressing industry challenges. He encouraged stakeholders to register and participate in this premier gathering.