TPi September 2017

business & market news

JD7 rebrands to Aquam Pipe Diagnostics Aquam Corp subsidiary JD7 is rebranding to Aquam Pipe Diagnostics, with immediate effect. The new company name, logo and corporate structure will allow for greater market penetration for its technology and services, as well as new product licence agreements and distributors across North America. that is currently being developed by our R&D team,” said Aquam Pipe Diagnostics managing director Daniel Krywyj. “By aligning our brand with our parent company, we acknowledge the ongoing progress and hope to add value for our licensees, distributors and stakeholders.” info@aquamcorp.com www.aquamcorp.com Pipeline industry performance report “The announcement of a new name reflects the company’s continual transformation and encompasses future pipe diagnostic technology Aquam Pipe Diagnostics technology is used globally for potable water, gas and industrial pipeline investigations focusing on asset assessment, pipeline

CCTV and in-line leak detection. The products are for sale through a network of distributors and are available for field services for asset owners, municipalities or contractors via approved licensees. The new brand debuted at AWWA’s ACE17 Annual Conference & Exposition in June. Aquam Pipe Diagnostics – USA

CEO, Inter Pipeline. “CEPA members strive to operate to the highest safety standards, but know that there is always room to improve. Each CEPA member company is committed to collaborating and going beyond regulation to strengthen safety performance across the entire industry.” Canadian Energy Pipeline Association – Canada aboutpipelines@cepa.com www.cepa.com

year’s report seeks to address these issues by demonstrating what CEPA’s members are doing collectively to improve safety, minimise environmental impacts and develop solutions regarding the concerns Canadians have about the industry’s operations and performance. “We have a responsibility to be open, consistent and accountable to government, regulators, indigenous groups and all stakeholders,” said Chris Bayle, CEPA board chair, president and

The Canadian Energy Pipeline Associ- ation (CEPA) has released its third annu- al Transmission Pipeline Industry Perfor- mance Report, which reveals how the association’s members are performing in the areas of safety, the environment and socio-economic contributions. CEPA states that research continues to show that safety and environmental protection are top priorities for Canadians when it comes to the transmission pipeline industry. This

Trelleborg appoints business unit president to drive growth in pipe seals

continues to grow exponentially. While developed countries are looking to repair or replace their ageing infrastructure and invest in more sustainable solutions, developing markets face a growing demand for quality drinking water networks and sanitation.” The pipe seals operation is a supplier of new and rehabilitation sealing solutions for concrete, plastic pipes and manhole structures used for water, sewerage and drainage. Mr Burke’s predecessor, Bill Hagenberg, has been appointed president of Trelleborg’s fluid handling solutions business. Trelleborg AB – Sweden www.trelleborg.com

key markets. He has an understanding of the business on a global scale, from technical application to sales. Mr Burke commented, “Trelleborg’s pipe seals operation has been through many changes in the past decade, but keeps growing and gaining recognition throughout the industry. “I am delighted to be given the opportunity to help the company flourish in the years to come in my new role within the operation. “It’s an exciting time for the pipe seals business in all regions. The increase in urbanisation and the pressure to preserve clean water and provide sanitation

Simon Burke has been appointed president of Trelleborg’s pipe seals operation. Based in Lelystad, Netherlands, Mr Burke will be responsible for the strategic direction, growth and management of Trelleborg’s pipe seals operation globally. Mr Burke has almost ten years’ experience in business-to-business sales and market development at Trelleborg. He previously worked for five years as commercial manager for pipe seals in North America, after spending four years as business development manager in Singapore. During his time at Trelleborg, Mr Burke has developed and achieved growth in

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