IGEM is organising a variety of events in 2010 and you can download the full list by clicking here. A selection is shown below and the IGEM Flame will keep you informed of the latest events throughout 2010.

9 Feb & 2 March - Resolving Difficulties in Supplying Gas to Blocks of Flats - PLEASE NOTE THE NEW DATE FOR THE SCOTLAND SEMINAR. THIS HAS CHANGED AND WILL NOW BE HELD ON 2nd MARCH 2010. - Are you a designer of buildings or gas supplies? Do you install gas supplies or appliances in blocks of flats, or indeed are you responsible for arranging or undertaking maintenance of such buildings or gas supplies?
If yes, then this event is for you!
Since IGEM published its Standard IGE/G/5 in 2006, there remain common difficulties in design, installation and maintenance of both gas supplies and the buildings themselves. These include meter banks, shared flue systems, protected shafts, Building Regulations relating to gas supplies, and selection of appliances.
IGEM have arranged two seminars at IGEM House on 9 February and in Scotland on 2 March to specifically address such issues and to demonstrate how the problems can be resolved in most situations.
For all enquiries call Gemma Tunnicliffe on 01509 678159 or email gemma@igem.org.uk. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities available! Find out more.

2 March 2010 - The IET conference on Smart Metering: Delivering a Smart UK - Don’t miss this opportunity to discover what DECC’s Smart Metering Recommendation will mean for the energy industry over the next few years. Bringing together many of the leading minds in the industry, the day’s sessions will focus on demand side management initiatives, future smart grids, distributed generation and electric vehicles. Representatives of Government, regulators, key innovators and the energy networks will all be in attendance.

As a supporter of the event, IGEM members are eligible to register at the IET member rate - saving £80 per place. Register your place online at www.theiet.org/smart-metering before the end of 2009 to make further savings with the Early Bird rate!

21 - 24 March - City Gas Mena 2010 - Abu Dhabi, UAE - IGEM MEMBERS RECEIVE 15% DISCOUNT WHEN BOOKING! - Overcoming the Challenges of Developing Downstream Gas Markets In Order To Deliver Clean Energy for Transport, Residential, Industrial and Commercial Needs. To register for this event, please visit: www.citygassummit.com.

26 March 2010 - Young Persons Network Spring Dinner Dance - PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE AND VENUE! Location: Kilworth House, Leicestershire. For more information see the December edition. For enquiries contact YPN Chairman Alex Bridge via email to alex.bridge@morrisonus.com or to book please contact Gemma@igem.org.uk. Find out more

If you would like further information on any of IGEM's services, please contact a member of the team on 0844 375 4436.

Managing Director

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with the vision and drive to lead an evolving utility in the Isle of Man. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of Manx Gas and creating the strategies and plans required to develop the business and take it forward. Focused and dynamic you will have excellent negotiation, communication and management skills and experience of developing strong personal contacts with key influencers.

A Chartered Engineer with a degree and relevant post-graduate management qualification, you will have a proven track record and at least five years' experience in energy and/or petro-chemical sectors at senior management or director level.

A highly competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Find out more

Closing date for applications: 5 February 2010.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership fees now due!

Please note that your IGEM Membership fees are now due. If you have not already done so please arrange to make your payment at your earliest convenience. Did you know you can now pay online* by logging in to the members’ only area of the IGEM website? If you have any queries please contact the Membership Department by calling 01509 678152.

*Please note that some of our overseas members may experience difficulties when paying online, please call the Membership Department on 01509 678152 to arrange your payment.

TECHNICAL

New Standards!

Technical published the following standards in January 2010:

• IGEM/SR/14 Edition 2 (Communication 1742) entitled 'Fixed volume storage for lighter than air gases'
• IGEM/GL/4 Edition 2 (Communication 1743) entitled 'Gas system assets - risk management'

For more information please visit the IGEM Website.

Standard Sets

Did you know IGEM sells sets of its most popular Standards? These are available at a much reduced price than if brought separately! Click here for more information.

OTHER NEWS

Gas International: Have you ever thought of writing an article for Gas International? We are always looking to receive technical articles so please contact us with any ideas via rebecca@igem.org.uk.

Social Media: Did you know that IGEM has groups on Linkedin and Facebook? Just search for 'Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers' to make contact with industry colleagues.

The next edition of Gas International is our January and February 2010 edition, and this should be with you any day now.

Features include:

• Gas 2009 review
• IGU Working Committee 4
• New low pressure flow stopping technique
• Renewable gas
• Hydrogen: Green currency of the future.

Also make sure to look out for the IGEM Directory 2010 CD and the Gas Industry Awards Lunch leaflet included with your next journal!

More info on advertising in the Gas International Journal.