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Kirsty started at National Grid (now National Gas) over 12 years ago. Today she is a Senior Welding Engineer, where she is considered a Subject Matter Expert for welding and materials, where her knowledge and experience is key to providing assurance for National Gas’s 7,500km of gas transmission pipelines in the UK.
We are honored to feature Laura D’Angelo, Venture Strategy & Development Director at Eniverse Ventures (Eni). Laura brings a powerful combination of engineering expertise and strategic leadership, with a career spanning construction engineering, corporate finance, M&A, compliance, and open innovation ecosystems within Eni.
With 17 years of progressive experience in the oil and gas sector, Mahinaz Hassan Al-Nady brings a strong track record of driving strategic growth, advancing market positioning, and supporting the energy transition.
To begin, could you introduce yourself and your role at TDW, and share what personally drives your involvement in advancing in-service pipeline repair technologies?
Dr. (Mrs.) Joy Zeluwa Sotunde is a seasoned petroleum industry professional with over 20 years of experience spanning petroleum data analysis, economics, technical operations, and downstream infrastructure management.
Tina Zahani Zainuddin, is a Application Specialist based in Lingen (Ems). Her career has taken her from Southeast Asia to North America and now Europe, spanning data analysis, pipeline integrity, and research & development.
Ainur Rychshanova is an experienced GIS Analyst based in Doha, Qatar, with over eight years of expertise in geospatial data management, spatial analysis, and environmental modeling. She currently works with QatarEnergy, where she supports the integrity and digital transformation of large-scale oil and gas infrastructure.
Sarah is an approachable and energetic professional with a passion for building collaborative relationships and driving innovation. With a talent for uncovering market needs and solving business challenges, she thrives on bringing people together to create practical, sustainable solutions.
Dr Anna Andersson is Head of Data Science and AI at Klarian, where she leads innovation in applying advanced analytics to complex operational systems. With a PhD in Physics and extensive experience across academia and industry, she specialises in using AI, machine learning, and knowledge representation to transform raw data into actionable insight.
With a strong background in materials science and corrosion engineering, Matina Thammachart leads the Materials and Corrosion Section at PTTEP, where she ensures the integrity and reliability of pipeline assets across complex energy operations.
Daria Stepanova is the CEO and Co-founder of AIRMO, a company specializing in innovative solutions for pipeline monitoring and safety.
Sandra Calderón is an accomplished engineer with 16 years of international experience and a unique triple expertise spanning project management, business development, and design/worksite execution. Known for her motivation, organizational skills, and collaborative spirit, she brings a strong track record of delivering results across diverse projects.
Caroline is an energy professional with over seven years of experience in oil and gas, specializing in natural gas transportation and pipeline operations. She currently leads innovation projects to drive operational efficiency and sustainability, combining technical expertise with strong communication and people-focused leadership.
Winning this Award is a significant achievement. Can you share with us how you felt when you received the news and what it means to you?
Thank you ptc for giving me this opportunity.
How does it feel to receive such recognition from your peers in the pipeline industry?
