Pipeline Security and Integrity Monitoring

Security of critical infrastructure is a vital issue in parts of the world where there have been many attacks on pipelines. Pipeline security is a priority in Canada because of the highly disruptive consequences of major pipeline failures. This research activity area develops technologies that can be used in systems for ensuring pipeline security. Advanced monitoring technologies will be developed to meet the needs of pipeline regulators and the industry to detect third-party intrusion as well as unintended pipeline damage, which could, for example, be caused by slope instability and ground movements.