Imagine a pipeline network that stretches for miles, running through the countryside, under rivers, towns and busy streets. Then think about what it takes to maintain it, making certain that it operates smoothly and safely. It’s an around-the-clock responsibility; one that requires vigilance and meticulous attention to make certain that every line is carefully inspected on a regular basis.

For Valero Energy Ltd, a subsidiary of international refiner and marketer of transportation fuels Valero Corporation, inspecting pipelines with efficient methods that generate data that offer a comprehensive picture of the condition of the line is critical. In the United Kingdom, Valero owns and operates the Pembroke Refinery on the west coast of Wales, the Mainline Pipeline, and associated feeder pipelines in Wales and England. Maintaining this complex refinery and vast network is demanding, calling for ongoing inspections to make certain every line is maintained to the highest standard.

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