Infrastructure & operation
The Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) transports Caspian natural gas to Europe. Connecting with the Trans Anatolian Pipeline (TANAP) at the Greek-Turkish border, TAP crosses Northern Greece, Albania and the Adriatic Sea before coming ashore in Southern Italy, where it connects to the Italian natural gas network.
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How TAP operates
Trans Adriatic Pipeline operates 877 kilometres of pipeline, in line with world-class performance standards of preparedness and accountability.
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Maintenance
The Trans Adriatic Pipeline is built to international safety standards using high quality materials. Our lifespan maintenance programme uses a range of...
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TAP route and infrastructure
The Trans Adriatic Pipeline transports natural gas from the Caspian region to Europe by connecting to the Trans Anatolian Pipeline (TANAP). TAP travels...
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History
The conception, development and realisation of pipeline projects like TAP is a complex process. It involves, among other things, an inspiring vision,...
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Pipeline construction
The construction of the Trans Adriatic Pipeline involved meticulous planning, the highest safety standards, world-class engineering and a commitment to...
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Facts & Figures
2,100m
Highest pipeline altitude
- 810m
deepest point
877km
pipeline length