Remembering those who served. Find out how historical records, company publications and IGEM's archives are helping preserve the stories of service, sacrifice and contribution across the gas industry.
This Gas Industry Standard relates to factory or yard coated steel line pipes and fittings and refers specifically to internal coating operations, selection of coatings and the testing and inspection of coated pipes and fittings.
Ever wondered how gas reaches your home? Explore the hidden network of pipelines, technology and people that keep energy flowing across the UK, and discover the exciting engineering careers shaping its low-carbon future.
We're proud to shine a spotlight on our members. This month, we feature Jo-Anne Tomkins at DNV who explains how IGEM has supported her employer and how the institution will continue to play a part in DNV’s future
As we mark National STEM Day on 8 November, IGEM is launching its new Skills & Education Strategy, setting out how we will work with members, industry, educators and partners to inspire future talent.
Helping women feel supported, build confidence, and achieve their ambitions is vital to our industry's future. That's why IGEM is partnered with the Women's Utilities Network (WUN). IGEM members can access free WUN membership and connect with a network dedicated to advancing women in utilities, including tailored development programmes designed to help women progress throughout their careers.
IGEM is celebrating after being named Small-Medium Enterprise of the Year at the Engineering Talent Awards 2026 for our commitment to developing our people, widening participation and creating a more diverse and inclusive engineering industry.
From 3-6 November 2026, IGEM will be attending ECOMONDO 2026, the internationally recognised green technology and circular economy exhibition taking place at the Rimini Expo Centre, Italy.
This Gas Industry Standard (GIS) gives requirements for equipment used in testing buried and exposed gas mains and gas services with operating pressures not greater than 7 bar, operating at low pressure (LP), medium pressure (MP) and intermediate pressure (IP), as well as internal pipework and metering arrangements downstream of the emergency control valve.