Sonatrach Onboards VAIL-Plant® Software Across RA1K Refinery Digitizing Risk-Based Inspections at Scale
𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐀𝟏𝐊 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐲 𝐕𝐀𝐈𝐋-𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐓® 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞
Velosi Asset Integrity Limited is pleased to announce a new contract awarded by 𝐒𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐡, Skikda, Algeria, for the comprehensive implementation of its 𝐕𝐀𝐈𝐋-𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐓® 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐑𝐁𝐈) 𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 for Asset Integrity Management across its RA1K Refinery operations.
During this contract, Velosi will deploy a structured, API 580/581-compliant RBI framework to manage pressure equipment, piping systems, storage tanks, and safety devices across the refinery. This initiative will transition Sonatrach from conventional time-based inspection practices to a fully digitalized, risk-driven methodology, enhancing operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and inspection planning efficiency.
Velosi’s delivery will span the full enterprise scope, from system configuration and asset hierarchy development to SAP CMMS integration and data migration. The proprietary VAIL-Plant® platform will unify 7 specialized modules covering pressurized equipment, quantitative risk assessment, onshore pipeline integrity, cathodic protection, pressure safety valve management, inspection scheduling strategy, and asset performance analytics.
𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤
- Implementation of RBI methodology compliant with API 580/581.
- Deployment and configuration of VAIL-Plant® software.
- Development of asset hierarchy, corrosion loops, and damage mechanism allocation.
- Risk assessment (POF/COF) and 5×5 risk matrix classification.
- Integration with SAP CMMS for automated inspection scheduling.
- Data migration of equipment, inspection history, and corrosion data.
- Training and knowledge transfer to refinery personnel.
- Provision of hardware and ongoing technical support.
- Integration of modules:
- APMS (Asset Performance Management System)
- PEMS (Pressurized Equipment Management System)
- PEMSQ (Pressurized Equipment Management System Quantitative)
- PIMSON (Pipeline Integrity Management System Onshore)
- CPMS (Cathodic Protection Management System)
- PSVMS (Pressure Safety Valves Management System)
- ISMS (Inspection Scheduling Management Strategy)
𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬
- Fully implemented and configured VAIL-Plant® system.
- Centralized RBI master database for all refinery assets.
- Risk-based inspection plans and optimized inspection intervals.
- Customized dashboards and KPI reporting templates.
- Technical manuals, user guides, and training documentation.
- Integrated system linked with existing CMMS/ERP platforms.
Outcomes
- Improved visibility of asset risk profiles and degradation mechanisms.
- Optimized inspection resources by prioritizing high-risk equipment.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance with international standards.
- Reduced unplanned downtime and improved maintenance planning.
- Strengthened in-house capability through structured training and system ownership.
𝐄𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://velosiaims.com/contact-us/
