Construction of Lines 1 and 2, and Line 4 (complementary work) of the President Néstor Kirchner Gas Pipeline.
Río Negro, Neuquén, La Pampa and Buenos Aires, Argentina
We built the President Néstor Kirchner Gas Pipeline (GPNK), an energy infrastructure work connecting Vaca Muerta to the rest of the country, and expanding Argentina’s natural gas transportation capacity by 30%.
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Construction of Lines 1 and 2, and Line 4 (complementary work) of the President Néstor Kirchner Gas Pipeline.
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employees at the peak of work.
tubes used.
hours of training.
pieces of equipment used.
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Start date
employees at the peak of work.
tubes used.
hours of training.
pieces of equipment used.
End date
| Customer | Energía Argentina (ENARSA) |
| Scope of work | EPC |
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Oil & Gas
Some of the most advanced pipeline construction technologies in the business were incorporated to ensure the team could meet the tight deadlines for this work. These included state-of-the-art techniques such as automatic welding, the double joint plants, and horizontal directed drilling (HDD). The project saw teams working simultaneously from both ends until they converged at the middle point of the pipeline course. Over 1,500 different teams were mobilized, accompanied by strong talent attraction drive, including and training personnel with a total of over 40,000 hours of training.
An infrastructure project that expands Argentina's gas transportation system.
Lines 1 and 2 run from Vaca Muerta (Tratayén), province of Neuquén, to Km 440 of the trunk line, in Doblas, in the province of La Pampa. Line 4 envisages the construction of the 73-km Mercedes-Cardales gas pipeline, in the province of Buenos Aires.
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Alejandro Cardone · GPNK Project Manager
“The GPNK project presented us with very demanding deadlines and logistical hurdles in terms of coordinating camps, personnel, equipment and resources. However, strategic planning, the utilization of technology and swift response capabilities were key factors in helping us to succeed.”
Mariana Zalazar · Pointer on Line 1 at PK 92
"Working on this gas pipeline was an incredible experience, we created a terrific group of professionals who were keen to share their knowledge and experiences and mentor the next generation."
Juan Carlos País · Quality, Environment, Health and Safety at Techint E&C
“We always ensure that QHSE puts people first, ensuring their safety and well-being. We want our people to feel confident and protected while carrying out their tasks, ensuring they make it home safe and sound at the end of the day. Our aim is for them to feel safe and carry out all their tasks with due attention to prevention.”
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