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The Welding Code of Excellence: How Inspection Standards Safeguard Energy Infrastructure
Introduction: Every Weld Tells a Story In the Oil & Gas industry, success is measured not just in barrels or cubic meters — but in the soundness of every weld .After more than 15 years in QA/QC and welding inspection across refineries, LNG facilities, and offshore projects, I’ve learned one enduring truth: a single weak weld can compromise the integrity of an entire system . Each weld joint represents more than metal fusion — it represents human skill, discipline, and account
Ibrahim Gowida
6 days ago5 min read
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Evolving the Role of QA/QC Engineers in the Energy Transition Era
Introduction: A New Chapter for Quality in Energy When I started my career in QA/QC and welding inspection over 15 years ago, the energy landscape was very different. Oil & Gas was at its peak, EPC megaprojects were booming, and quality systems revolved around thick binders, hardcopy ITPs, and handwritten reports. Today, the industry is transforming before our eyes — toward cleaner energy, digitalization, and sustainability . LNG, renewables, and hydrogen are reshaping how we
Ibrahim Gowida
6 days ago5 min read
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Building Integrity: How QA/QC Leadership Ensures the Success of Mega Oil & Gas Projects
Introduction: Quality Is More Than Compliance — It’s a Mindset
In every major Oil & Gas or EPC project I’ve been part of, one truth has remained constant — quality is not just about inspection; it’s about integrity. Over the last 15+ years, I’ve worked across refineries, LNG terminals, pipelines, and offshore facilities in Egypt, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, and beyond.
Ibrahim Gowida
6 days ago5 min read
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