BP BTC Pipeline

Protecting critical oil and gas infrastructure. 

Innovative safety solutions for one of the world’s most significant pipelines. 

 Ensuring safety along the BP BTC Pipeline. 

Embracing technology. Transforming tomorrow.  

The challenge. 

The Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) Pipeline, operated by BP, is a critical piece of infrastructure. It is transporting crude oil over 1,700 kilometres from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean.  

Its vast length and challenging environment can be hazardous. And keeping the infrastructure fire-safe has been a significant challenge.  

BP needed a highly reliable flame detection solution. One that could operate effectively in diverse conditions, including remote and harsh environments. One that would protect the pipeline. And ensure uninterrupted operations.

The Micropack process. 

• Assessment and review. Identifying where improvements were needed. 

• A systematic and expert approach. Developing a solution tailored to the BTC Pipeline.  

• Seamless integration with existing systems. Allowing for real-time detection and response capabilities across the extensive pipeline network.  

The Micropack solution. 

A cutting-edge flame detection system. 

Installing FDS301 Intelligent Visual Flame Detectors.  

Advanced detection technology. Refined flame recognition algorithms. Designed to operate reliably in varied and challenging conditions, like this pipeline route. Rapid detection of actual fires. Filters out environment-related false alarms.   

Strategic placement.  

Micropack worked closely with BP’s safety and engineering teams. We identified critical locations along the pipeline where the risk of fire was highest. Detectors were strategically placed for maximum coverage, robust protection, immediate response and minimal damage. 

The highly successful results. 

• Significantly enhanced pipeline safety. FDS301 detectors have improved BP’s fire detection capabilities. 

• Uninterrupted operations. Critical in the global oil supply chain, this new rapid detection and response to fire has helped to cut downtime.  

• Client confidence. BP acknowledged that the FDS301 detectors have improved safety and reliability within the pipeline’s operations.