Case study

SCPX: Long Distance, Low-Pressure Pigging

Delivering a cross-border pig run with precision, safety, and engineering excellence.

July 24, 2020

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EnerMech supported a critical pigging operation on a major pipeline expansion from MX53 in Azerbaijan to MX40 in Georgia. The project involved launching two 42” bi-directional pigs with a 20km nitrogen slug, requiring precise coordination, real-time monitoring, and cross-border execution under tight schedule constraints.

Our team engineered a detailed pigging procedure, mobilised over 340,000m³ of nitrogen, and embedded a dedicated engineer within the client’s office to provide 24/7 support. The pigs were successfully received without damage, confirming pipeline integrity. The project was completed safely, on time, and within budget—reinforcing EnerMech’s reputation for delivering complex, high-value pipeline services.

Key Highlights

  • Over 340,000m³ of nitrogen pumped for pigging operations

  • Two 42” gauge plate pigs launched and received without damage

  • 24/7 embedded engineering support throughout planning and execution

  • Real-time pig tracking and composite sampling at valve stations

  • 5,900+ man-hours completed with zero safety incidents

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