Thyssengas connects the future German-Dutch hydrogen network

The gas supply company is planning to realize the first cross-border hydrogen connection between the two countries by 2027 by converting a natural gas transport system between Vlieghuis (Netherlands) and Ochtrup (North Rhine-Westphalia). Accordingly, there was great interest in taking part in the inspection pigging to which Thyssengas invited in Hoogstede.  

Conversion of the Vlieghuis-Ochtrup natural gas transport system  

The focus of the event in Hoogstede was the so-called pigging of the approximately 12 km long pipeline section between Vlieghuis and Kalle. This involves an intelligent pig being driven through the pipeline with the natural gas flow. The pig checks and documents the condition of the pipeline. Steel pipes, weld seams and the integrity of the pipeline can be checked down to the last detail. The pipeline can also be checked for hydrogen suitability. Thyssengas also uses the pigs regularly during operation to ensure maximum safety of the pipeline network. 

Dr. Thomas Gößmann, Chairman of the Management Board of Thyssengas GmbH: "As a company, we are on the way to a future characterized by hydrogen and other green gases. At the same time, we are benefiting from over 100 years of experience in operating a long-distance gas network. With the conversion of the cross-border H2 pipeline Vlieghuis-Ochtrup, we are creating a significant supply perspective for the H2 ramp-up in Germany. And today you can see how our colleagues are using their expertise and state-of-the-art technology to ensure the safe operation of tomorrow's H2 pipelines."