REX2025 Pipeline Research Council International Research Exchange March 4 – March 5 – Houston
We are the Future
On March 4th and 5th of 2025, visionary minds from across the globe will come together with the shared mission of security of our energy future. The PRCI Research Exchange (REX) is not just a conference; it’s a testament to the unwavering commitment of engineers and scientists worldwide who tirelessly work to strengthen the sustainability of the energy infrastructure.
This annual event celebrates the creative spirit that fuels our collective endeavors and unites our global community of technical practitioners. Together, we not only protect people and the environment but also shape a future where collaboration and innovation drive our energy future.
As the world stands at a crossroads with governments and communities increasingly scrutinizing fossil fuels, pipeline assets face unprecedented challenges. We must embrace this pivotal moment as an opportunity for reinvention and growth. With resilience and integrity as guideposts, we will steer the pipeline industry towards a sustainable future. Guided by the theme “We are the Future,” REX 2025 will shine a spotlight on the transformative power of collaboration in times of transition.
Keynote: Formula 1 – The Race to Zero Harm
8:00 AM-9:30 AM
Opening Plenary & Welcome
8:00 AM-9:30 AM
CO2 and Hydrogen Pipeline Leak Detection and Integrity Monitoring Using High Fidelity Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Investigation of Denting-Cracking Susceptibility in Small Diameter Pipelines Using Multiple Level Integrity Assessment Methods
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Pipelines Digital Enrichment using Smart ePipe Solution
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
AI-enabled Aerial Patrol Systems Boost Operational Safety, Reduce Risk, and Protect Critical Infrastructure
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Investigating Changes in Dent Shapes Using Repeat ILI Geometry Data
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Reinforcing Pipeline Segments Containing Circumferential Anomalies Subjected to High Longitudinal Stress/Strain
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Enhancing response to flood events by correlating rainfall datasets with loss of depth of cover in the Canadian Prairies
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Insights on development and validation of data-driven FFS assessment models
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Understanding Hard Spots – Lessons from Sub-scale and Full-scale Testing
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Panel: The Current Emerging Fuels Landscape – A Look into What has Been Achieved and the Path Forward
1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Understanding Hard Spots – A Framework for Integrity Management of Hard Spots
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Potential Applications of Machine Learning Techniques within the Pipeline Industry
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
Use of ILI IMU Data to Support Geohazard Assessment – Looking Beyond Bending Strain
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
Monitoring Gas Pipeline Integrity Under Geohazards Using Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing Technology
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
The future of class location monitoring – using multiple types of satellite-data for efficient and reliable monitoring of persistent changes in the pipeline corridor
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
From detection, localization to quantification with a handheld laser-based optical gas imager
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Hydrogen Blending in Gazifère Natural Gas Distribution Network: Addressing Research Gaps and Next Steps
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Leveraging Data Analytics to Enhance Performance – Fireside Chat
3:00 PM-4:30 PM
GTI Energy RNG Database Demonstration
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Seeing and Hearing Methane Emissions from Buried Pipelines in the Midstream Sector
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
INGAA Climate Report
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Update on DOT/PHMSA-sponsored project Determining Steel Weld Qualification and Performance for Hydrogen Pipelines
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Understanding Leak Detection Methods for Belowground Natural Gas Pipelines Across Diverse Operating Conditions
4:30 PM-5:00 PM
Update on EFI Full-Scale Hydrogen Testing Program – Early Results
4:30 PM-5:00 PM
Distinguished Awards & Plenary
8:00 AM-9:30 AM
Full-scale Laboratory Test Evaluation of Through-tubing Casing Inspection Technologies
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Panel: Unlocking the Power of AI for the Pipeline Industry
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Quantifying the Performance of Non-welding Repair Systems for Circumferential Defects on Pipelines
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Selective Seam Weld Corrosion Detection with In-Line Inspection Technologies
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Using Real-time Drilling Data for Improved Risk Management in HDD
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Improved Non-destructive Evaluation of Long Seam
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Utilizing Tethered Robotics for Internal Pipeline and Riser Corrosion and Crack Assessment
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Be Selective With SSWC Assessment
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Influence of External Hydrogen on Crack Growth Project Update
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Panel: Communicating the Role of Oil and Gas in an Evolving Energy Future
1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Probabilistic Corrosion Growth Model
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
Toward Standardization of Computational Multiphysics Approaches for CO2 Pipeline Fracture Control
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
A Review of MAT-7-2A Results – ILI Technology Performance at Characeterizing Hard Spot Anomalies
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
Pragmatic Application of MegaRule RIN 1 – 192.712 Toughness Values – Level 2&3 Evaluations
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
A different view of how hard spots are formed and its effect on characterizing ILI signal data
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Extending the Probabilistic Version of the PRCI MAT-8 Model to Assess Seam Weld Anomalies for a Natural Gas-Hydrogen Blended Pipeline System
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Learning from Aerospace Industry
3:00 PM-4:00 PM
Considerations for design of hydrogen custody transfer metering stations
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Results, trends, and learning from a comprehensive system wide material verification program
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Determination of Potential Impact Radius for CO2 Pipelines using Machine Learning Approach
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Soil-pipe Interaction Springs to Assess the Response of Buried Pipelines in Muskeg
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Internal risk in anthropogenic CO2 pipelines: Bridging testing and engineering
March 5, 2025
8:00 AM CT
Distinguished Awards & Plenary
8:00 AM-9:30 AM
Distinguished Awards & Plenary
8:00 AM-9:30 AM
10:00 AM CT
Full-scale Laboratory Test Evaluation of Through-tubing Casing Inspection Technologies
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Panel: Unlocking the Power of AI for the Pipeline Industry
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Quantifying the Performance of Non-welding Repair Systems for Circumferential Defects on Pipelines
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Full-scale Laboratory Test Evaluation of Through-tubing Casing Inspection Technologies
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Panel: Unlocking the Power of AI for the Pipeline Industry
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Quantifying the Performance of Non-welding Repair Systems for Circumferential Defects on Pipelines
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
10:30 AM CT
Selective Seam Weld Corrosion Detection with In-Line Inspection Technologies
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Using Real-time Drilling Data for Improved Risk Management in HDD
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Selective Seam Weld Corrosion Detection with In-Line Inspection Technologies
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Using Real-time Drilling Data for Improved Risk Management in HDD
10:30 AM-11:00 AM
11:00 AM CT
Improved Non-destructive Evaluation of Long Seam
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Utilizing Tethered Robotics for Internal Pipeline and Riser Corrosion and Crack Assessment
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Improved Non-destructive Evaluation of Long Seam
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Utilizing Tethered Robotics for Internal Pipeline and Riser Corrosion and Crack Assessment
11:00 AM-11:30 AM
1:00 PM CT
Be Selective With SSWC Assessment
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Influence of External Hydrogen on Crack Growth Project Update
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Panel: Communicating the Role of Oil and Gas in an Evolving Energy Future
1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Be Selective With SSWC Assessment
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Influence of External Hydrogen on Crack Growth Project Update
1:00 PM-1:30 PM
Panel: Communicating the Role of Oil and Gas in an Evolving Energy Future
1:00 PM-2:30 PM
1:30 PM CT
Probabilistic Corrosion Growth Model
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
Toward Standardization of Computational Multiphysics Approaches for CO2 Pipeline Fracture Control
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
Probabilistic Corrosion Growth Model
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
Toward Standardization of Computational Multiphysics Approaches for CO2 Pipeline Fracture Control
1:30 PM-2:00 PM
2:00 PM CT
A Review of MAT-7-2A Results – ILI Technology Performance at Characeterizing Hard Spot Anomalies
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
Pragmatic Application of MegaRule RIN 1 – 192.712 Toughness Values – Level 2&3 Evaluations
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
A Review of MAT-7-2A Results – ILI Technology Performance at Characeterizing Hard Spot Anomalies
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
Pragmatic Application of MegaRule RIN 1 – 192.712 Toughness Values – Level 2&3 Evaluations
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
3:00 PM CT
A different view of how hard spots are formed and its effect on characterizing ILI signal data
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Extending the Probabilistic Version of the PRCI MAT-8 Model to Assess Seam Weld Anomalies for a Natural Gas-Hydrogen Blended Pipeline System
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Learning from Aerospace Industry
3:00 PM-4:00 PM
A different view of how hard spots are formed and its effect on characterizing ILI signal data
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Extending the Probabilistic Version of the PRCI MAT-8 Model to Assess Seam Weld Anomalies for a Natural Gas-Hydrogen Blended Pipeline System
3:00 PM-3:30 PM
Learning from Aerospace Industry
3:00 PM-4:00 PM
3:30 PM CT
Considerations for design of hydrogen custody transfer metering stations
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Results, trends, and learning from a comprehensive system wide material verification program
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Considerations for design of hydrogen custody transfer metering stations
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Results, trends, and learning from a comprehensive system wide material verification program
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
4:00 PM CT
Determination of Potential Impact Radius for CO2 Pipelines using Machine Learning Approach
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Soil-pipe Interaction Springs to Assess the Response of Buried Pipelines in Muskeg
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Determination of Potential Impact Radius for CO2 Pipelines using Machine Learning Approach
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
Soil-pipe Interaction Springs to Assess the Response of Buried Pipelines in Muskeg
4:00 PM-4:30 PM
4:30 PM CT
Internal risk in anthropogenic CO2 pipelines: Bridging testing and engineering
Internal risk in anthropogenic CO2 pipelines: Bridging testing and engineering
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