PHMSA just issued ADB-2026-06, an advisory bulletin reminding gas distribution operators of their existing obligations under 49 CFR Part 192, subpart P.
On July 30, 2026 PHMSA is bringing the Gas Pipeline Advisory Committee & the Liquid Pipeline Advisory Committee together for a virtual meeting.
EWN's Regulatory Advisory Group breaks down RP 1173, PHMSA's new leadership, ECA rulemaking, multi-state OQ compliance, and PSMS for small operators.
PHMSA's new approach of issuing 40+ targeted rulemakings instead of mega rules, and what the substantive changes mean for pipeline operators.
PHMSA's Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (GPAC) met on May 28, 2026, to work through the Safety of Gas Distribution Pipelines rule. Here's what happened and what operators need to know.
Span of control refers to the practice of allowing an unqualified worker to perform a covered task while being directed and observed by a qualified person.
Former PHMSA leaders discuss PSMS, OQ, safety culture, contractor oversight, and the future of pipeline safety and compliance.
PHMSA reinforcing sharper operational expectations: excavation damage remains one of the leading threats to pipeline safety.
Energy Worldnet (EWN) hosted the first-ever Compliance Leadership Forum (CLF)—a peer-to-peer space designed for candid, practical conversations about pipeline compliance and safety. Hosted by James Cross (Chief Experience Officer, EWN), the session brought together more than 150 years of combined experience from former state and federal regulators and industry leaders.
Meet the panel
Kevin Speicher, Senior Regulatory Advisor, EWN; former Chief of Pipeline Safety, New York State Department of Public Service
Steve Allen, former Director of Pipeline Safety, State of Indiana; longtime PSMS advocate and former EWN executive
Alan Mayberry, former PHMSA Associate Administrator, now with Jana and serving on boards focused on advanced risk and geohazards
Jeff Wiese, former PHMSA Associate Administrator; former offshore operations leader; longtime safety management advocate
The tone was clear from the start: no judgment, anonymous questions, and a focus on what operators can actually do next.
PHMSA has issued Advisory Bulletin ADB-2026-04, reminding gas pipeline, underground natural gas storage (UNGS), and LNG operators that incidents must be reported to the National Response Center (NRC) at the earliest practicable moment — and no later than one hour after confirmed discovery.
