UKOPA Membership

UKOPA Membership is open to pipeline owners/operators responsible for engineering strategy and policy. Non-pipeline organisations (e.g. HSE, PIG) may also be invited. Applications are considered on an individual basis.

UKOPA Membership

Meetings

Formal meetings are held twice a year, with additional meetings as needed. Venues rotate among members. Technical work group meetings and an annual seminar are also arranged.

Board of Directors & Officers

The UKOPA Board oversees daily activities, governance, financial approvals, technical reports, and overall strategy in line with UKOPA’s Statute and Articles of Association.

The Board will include a representative from each of the three industry sectors:

  1. Natural gas transmission & distribution
  2. Petrochemical liquids & gases
  3. Oil & refined liquids

Additionally, a representative from each working group will be included (usually the Chair), such as:

  • Emergency Planning (EPWG)
  • Fault Data & Risk Assessment (FARWG)
  • Infringement (IWG)
  • Pipeline Integrity (PIWG)
  • Process Safety (PSWG)

Board Election

The Board election is by nomination and seconding, with no more than eight members. If there are more nominations than places, members will first attempt to resolve the matter, or a vote will take place.

The Vote

Each member company has one vote. At least 75% of members must vote, with a majority required for appointment. If this is not achieved, voting will be repeated with 50% required. Voting is typically by email ballot.

Board Responsibility

The UKOPA Board ensures technical governance, reviewing and approving documents for public release. It also prioritises ongoing technical projects and funding, calling upon other members or experts as needed.

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