Intertek Addresses Growing Demands for the Upstream Oil & Gas Industry at 2011 Offshore Technology Conference
02 May 2011
Intertek highlights integrated offshore technology services and solutions
HOUSTON, TX - Intertek, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services, presents an expanded and more integrated range of technical services supporting the oil and gas industry at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston this week. Experts from Intertek's offshore, upstream and hazardous location sectors attending the 2011 OTC are addressing the growing demands for this industry and are ready to discuss the projects and potential solutions with conference attendees.
The Intertek booth is located at space # 7635 and all visitors are welcome.
Intertek's integrated offshore technology services offer solutions that cover a wide range of offshore and land-based oil and gas exploration and production activities. Intertek is further supporting manufacturers, owners and operators in this industry by expanding expertise and resources to support a broad range of services, including engineering, consulting, testing and related services to help clients reduce risk, avoid costly problems and achieve production targets.
"Over the last two years, the oil & gas business experienced changes which have resulted in challenges for many organizations," said Nimer Al-Hafi, Senior Vice President, Intertek North America. "Intertek continues to address and meet these challenges by expanding its integrated services to better help its customers from increased process improvement to achieving operational efficiencies."
Intertek will address key trends and topics for the offshore technology service market at OTC 2011 and will be available to discuss industry issues such as:
- As the oil and gas energy sectors continue to grow demand for offshore technology services will only increase, manufacturers of these products will need to remain up-to-speed across all areas of how their products and new technologies will perform, how their components will interact, and how components and installed sites meet global and in-country regulations and emerging technical standards.
- As this market expands, the new demands and shifts will bring additional challenges to the industry. Currently, Intertek is leading strategic efforts on this front such as pipeline flow assurance, hazardous site assessment, equipment certification and asset integrity management.
- Assisting clients meet new regulations relating to offshore drilling, particularly API 75 and Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
Intertek has a proven track record of success in offshore services. These services include oilfield safety and equipment certification; offshore infrastructure integrity and vendor compliance; materials and corrosion testing; exploration and production testing, research and technical support; and total installed cost and operational up-time.
"As a global company that provides quality, safety, engineering and integrity services, Intertek is focused on ensuring that our service offerings meet the core needs of our customers," said Steve Anderson, CEO Intertek Aptech. "Intertek continues to expand and grow its offshore services and technology in North America. The company has resources and expertise along the Gulf Coast, around the nation and the globe – that can specifically address the rapidly evolving oil and gas industry."
To meet with an Intertek executive at OTC 2011, visit the booth at # 76354. You can obtain more information on Intertek's Offshore Technology Services information at: www.intertek.com. For hazardous location information, please visit www.intertek.com/hazloc.
Media enquiries:
Cassie Biscanin, PR Manager, Intertek Americas
Direct: 713.543.3775
Email: Cassandra.Biscanin@intertek.com
Sales enquiries:
Erik Holladay
Direct: 713.4073500
Email: Erik.Holladay@intertek.com
Tony Nguyen
Direct: 832.861.4050
Email: Tony.Nguyen@intertek.com
Nicole Monaco
Direct: 972.814.8786
Email: Nicole.Monaco@intertek.com
About Intertek
Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace. Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 27,000 people in more than 100 countries around the world. Visit www.intertek.com