Oil and gas companies in Pakistan are showing an increasing interest in non-intrusive inspection techniques. As an experienced provider of non-intrusive inspection services, SGS Pakistan has been offering technical training sessions in Karachi and other locations.

On January 7, 2015, SGS held its first such training session in Islamabad, where the head offices of most of Pakistan's energy and petroleum companies are located. The session, held at the Oil and Gas Training Institute, offered training on non-intrusive inspection and advanced non-destructive testing techniques. It was attended by 50 participants, many of them top decision-makers, from 26 organizations, including Pakistan State Oil, OMV Pakistan and the Pakistan Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). A representative from Pakistan's Ministry of Science and Technology was also there.

Operations Manager Muhammad Aqeel gave a presentation on "Non-Intrusive Inspection: an advanced approach for inspecting equipment without shutdown".

After the session, participants enthusiastically expressed their satisfaction with the training. Many showed a deep interest in our advanced NDT and risk based inspection (RBI) services.

About SGS non-destructive testing services

SGS non-destructive testing services detect defects before they can cause severe damage. Our highly trained and certified inspectors offer a comprehensive range of NDT methods for testing the integrity of your assets and equipment at every stage of their lifespan. With a worldwide reputation in non-destructive testing and an NDT network stretching across 40 countries, we can provide you with a local service, close to your operations, while ensuring you comply with international standards.

For more information, please contact:

S. Maheen Ishaq Khaqan
Industrial Services
Senior Executive Officer
SGS Pakistan (Private) Limited
H-3/3, Sector 5, Korangi Industrial Area, Karachi, Pakistan
t: +92 21 35121388-97, ext: 423

About SGS

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 80,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1,650 offices and laboratories around the world.

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