11. Corrosion in the oil and gas production sector
Author of the chapter: Marc Wilms
The production of oil and gas faces a large number of corrosion challenges that need to be addressed in the current cost-conscious climate. The total costs of corrosion in this sector is estimated at US$ 1372 billion per annum. The severe consequences of a potential material failure—which could result in a release of flammable and often highly toxic products—put high demands on the integrity of production facilities. In combination with the size of the industry and its production facilities, optimisation of corrosion mitigation strategies and development of new technologies are key for safe and cost-effective oil and gas production in the future.
The main challenges are the wide variety in corrosivity of the production streams, the harsh environmental conditions at often...
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