Export pipelines are of inestimable value to the oil and gas industry, as they have continuously provided a path and
means for hydrocarbon transportation. The most recent report from the UK HSE shows that there are about 1372 pipelines
installed in the UK North-sea and about 442 of them are ageing export pipelines. The most unique function of these pipelines is
to convey fluids from HC wells to the available processing facility; which are applicable for both onshore and offshore
applications. During the useful life of these pipelines, they encounter various degradations that range from fatigue, corrosion,
thermal expansion, spans, erosion and many other associated third-party challenges.
