Overview

DNV Spadeadam has been instrumental in understanding fire and explosion events following major incidents such as Flixborough, Bruncefield and Piper Alpha. Their research helps to design facilities that protect both people and assets by conducting hazardous activities under controlled conditions. The insights gained from these studies contribute significantly to improving safety protocols across various industries.

This visit is only open to the IChemE National Early Careers Group and IGEM Young Professionals Network.

Agenda for the day

• Bus from Crowne Plaza Hotel by Newcastle Train Station to Spadeadam Site (Leaving 7:30am)
• Safety / Induction Upon Arrival
• Introduction to Spadeadam
• Break
• Properties of H2 vs NG Presentation
• Deflagration to Detonation (DDT) Presentation
• Tours to the homes and FutureGrid
• Lunch
• IChemE and IGEM Presentations
• Demonstrations (Natural Gas Explosion Chamber and Jet Fire)
• Closing
• Bus from Spadeadam Site to Crowne Plaza Hotel by Newcastle Train Station