In this article, we look at the integrated CM-Cx service model alternative—where both functions are managed by a single entity with a unified team and goal—designed to maximize project value, minimize risk, and enhance execution efficiency.

GATE develops and implements DST’s to mitigate high risk exposure associated with project execution.

Proper use of the program ensures that careful consideration is given to all potential project hazards and that suitable precautions are taken to minimize risk.

A drying campaign is crucial to the commissioning of every natural gas pipeline. When done correctly, effectively and efficiently, the results can prevent hydrate formation during start up and also protect the ongoing integrity of the pipeline.

Leak testing, commonly confused with hydrostatic testing, is a means of verifying the quality of facility construction.

It is frequently necessary to displace the contents of a pipeline or umbilical tube (fluid B) with another fluid (fluid A). If we don’t use a pig to separate the liquids, there will be mixing at the interface (axial mixing). The mixing zone requires us to overflush the line to effectively remove fluid B from the line.

Commissioning personnel have a different understanding of HSE and safety of working around live equipment. Construction sites are typically not set-up to operate a permit to work system for dynamic testing of equipment such as energizing electrical systems.

The Initial Startup is the moment of truth where everything from subsurface to topsides becomes a single entity and has to work together. Design disconnects will become apparent.