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All or Nothing: Regulators Strictly Define Pipeline Abandonment

The Energy Law

This clarification comes after a number of leaks in 2014 and 2015 from pipelines that were believed to be “abandoned.” In both cases, the prior owner or operator allegedly had not followed the proper procedure for abandoning a pipeline, specifically regarding purging the pipeline of hazardous material.

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U.S. Fifth Circuit Limits Vessels’ Obligations Under Louisiana One-Call Reporting

The Energy Law

14-31046, 2015 U.S. The case involved a Great Lakes vessel that anchored using both a cutter head (a dredging tool) and traditional anchors to stabilize the vessel. Further, Plains retained ownership of the line and was initially responsible for all maintenance and repair costs. Plains Pipeline, L.P. LEXIS 14337 (5th Cir.

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What It’s Like To Work On An Offshore Oil Rig

Drillers

In 2015, this portion was 30%. Your employer also has the contact details of your family in case of an emergency. Yet as a roustabout you will acquire a lot of valuable skills in drilling equipment maintenance, for example, and electrical systems, as well as expertise that would then open up more specialised positions.