The 20th edition of the Pipeline Technology Conference (ptc) concluded successfully last week in Berlin, underscoring its reputation as the global meeting ground for the pipeline industry. With over 1,000 participants from 60 countries and representatives from more than 100 pipeline operating companies, ptc 2025 set new benchmarks for scale and industry engagement.
Held from May 5–8 at the Estrel Congress Center, this year’s ptc featured an expansive program of 140+ technical presentations across 46 sessions, covering the industry’s most pressing topics. Six parallel tracks tackled areas such as hydrogen and CO₂ transport, AI in operations, leak detection, digital twins, geohazards, and pipeline construction.
In his inaugural address, Dennis Fandrich, Chairman of ptc and a member of the EITEP Institute’s management board, highlighted the event’s evolution:
“What began as a small gathering in 2006 has grown into a global platform for innovation and collaboration. ptc itself is a testament to the belief that by sharing ideas on an open-access basis—like we are doing with all our conference papers in the ptc Pipeline Open Knowledge Base—and by learning from each other’s successes and failures, we drive the entire industry forward.”
Pre-conference training, high-level panel discussions, and new thematic sessions added depth to the program. A key highlight was the Global Women in Pipeline Forum under the theme “Empowering Women, Engaging Men”, alongside exclusive roundtable discussions on in-line inspection (ILI) tools, illegal tapping, and hydrogen pipeline repurposing.
The exhibition hall, featuring over 80 companies, offered delegates a chance to engage directly with solution providers. A notable new feature, the Innovation Forum, provided a dynamic live platform for product showcases and interactive dialogue.
“The exhibition hall was fully booked. A new addition, the Innovation Forum, brought energy to the central meeting area—giving exhibitors a live stage to present their solutions and foster real-time engagement,” said Marian Ritter, member of the EITEP Institute’s management board and head of the organizing committee.
Attendees lauded the event for its seamless organization, technical depth, and strong global networking environment. As one participant noted, “ptc brings together the right people—operators, regulators, and solution providers. It’s a space to talk about real change and how we move forward with safer, smarter, and more sustainable industry practices.”
Looking ahead, ptc is set to broaden its international reach. The first Pipeline Technology Conference Asia will take place from November 11–13, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, offering a dedicated platform for Southeast Asia’s growing pipeline sector. Meanwhile, the 21st ptc will return to Berlin from April 27–30, 2026.
With two flagship events now on the calendar, ptc is well-positioned to remain the global epicenter of dialogue, technology, and collaboration for the pipeline industry.
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