Requirements set by Gas Transmission Operator GAZ-SYSTEM S.A. for designing and execution of trenchless HDD and Direct Pipe crossings in projects of high-pressure gas pipeline networks construction – experiences from the execution

During the presentation, there will be information given about the planned and executed HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) and Direct Pipe projects, as well as about the crossings being done using chambers: microtunnels, drillings, pipe jacking. Requirements concerning the design and the acceptance of the design will be also discussed. Another issue that will be discussed will include quality requirements concerning the preparations and the acceptance of the trenchless works alongside with the conditions of approval and authorisation for the drilling works for the trenchless works’ contractors.

Roland Kośka, Gaz-System S.A.

An expert in the fields of gas production and transportation, investment projects management and quality management. His acquired knowledge is supported by 20 years of experience in the implementation of the most strategic gas pipeline projects in Poland. For about 10 years tied to mining and drilling industry within the scope of the exploration and production of hydrocarbon reserves and mineral deposits. Currently he implements the trenchless technologies into the pipeline construction; organizes and supervises the process from the beginning to the end.