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Control, Communication and Security Management. The transformation of the oil
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Thales Oil & Gas Pipeline Solutions
Process Control, Communication and Security Management
The transformation of the oil and gas transport industry has far-reaching consequences for pipeline operators. To adapt to the changes, they need to achieve greater operational efficiency, improve environmental performance and address security vulnerabilities on their pipelines. Increasingly, they need comprehensive solutions that combine high productivity with dependable security and safety.
Thales integrated turnkey solutions u Oil and gas applications u Process control and supervision u Communications u Instrumentation u Physical and IT Security
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Built on an open, performance-oriented architecture, Thales integrated oil and gas pipeline management solutions deliver the security, safety and operational efficiency that oil and gas operators require. Thales solutions provide the following key benefits: u Real-time information about events linked to pipeline operation u Compliance with safety, security and environmental regulations u High operational efficiency: - Enhanced safety and fewer interruptions - Better coordination of maintenance work and operations - Optimised energy consumption for day-today operation - Optimised scheduling - More effective and reliable tracking of oil and gas batches - Lower incident and false alarms rates
Thales® Oil & Gas pipeline solutions: complete, integrated, satellite
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valve / RTU
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pumping / compressor station
Operation Control Centre
A world leader in Command and Control centres, Thales has extensive SCADA experience spanning oil and gas, public transport and electricity systems.
Core functions of Thales Oil & Gas solutions
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Security
From installation to support, Thales covers the entire value chain to deliver dependable IT and physical security solutions including risk assessment.
Leak detection and location Know exactly where leaks are occurring to improve pipeline productivity and avoid environmental damage.
Batch tracking and management Efficiently track and manage batches in pipelines and tanks.
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valve / RTU
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Communications
Instrumentation
Voice and data communications are provided through different types of networks (satellite, fibre optic, microwave and TETRA radio).
Scraper tracking (pig systems) Locate scrapers in the pipeline and accurately estimate pig arrival times.
Planning and scheduling Coordinate operations to optimise pipeline use.
Pressure monitoring Monitor rapid or unexpected changes in pressure and flow rate in the pipeline.
Thales relies on a network of strategic partnerships to integrate remote systems and field devices.
Simulation Simulate multiple events and complex scenarios.
Training Train operators to improve pipeline management and increase productivity and security.
Real-time optimisation Optimise power utilisation, fuel consumption and product mixing while preserving pipeline integrity.
A trusted partner with 25 years of experience Thales is committed to long-term partnership with its customers lasting far beyond project or solution delivery. Major oil and gas customers include:
A global player in supervision, control command and security
u Gaz de France u Gazprom u Saudi Aramco u Sonatrach
u Several hundred experts around the world u Multi-domain expertise spanning oil and gas,
public transport and power systems u Complex systems integration u Integrated architecture: complete control centre and multi-level SCADA
Security
u Secure communication solution (cryptographic
module) u SCADA security (database protection, user identification) u Physical security (intrusion detection, identification and access control, video surveillance)
u SPSE (Société du Pipeline Sud-Européen), etc.
Thales SHIELD™ : commitment to security Thales Oil and Gas security capabilities is part of Thales SHIELD™. Thales SHIELD™ is the brand name of the whole Thales Group security and safety portfolio. Thales SHIELD™ encompasses Thales’ diverse security and safety capabilities. Thales SHIELD™ solutions protect borders, people, information and physical assets against terrorism, organised crime, natural disasters and infrastructure incidents.
Thales Transportation Systems Centre du Bois des Bordes - BP 57 91229 Brétigny-sur-Orge Cedex - France Phone: +33 (0)1 69 88 52 00
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