Standardization – 4 questions for an expert

As President of the M30 commission of the Petroleum Standardization Office and an expert member of the UNM 362 standardization commission for pressure equipment, Sami Charfi reveals how standardization can be a major asset.

Sami CHARFI, a recognized expert in the field of hydrogen storage and Head of the Reservoir Department at Entrepose Contracting, a subsidiary of VINCI Construction, sheds light on the crucial importance of standardization for companies in this interview “4 questions for an expert.”

As President of the M30 commission of the Petroleum Standardization Office and an expert member of the UNM 362 standardization commission for pressure equipment, Sami Charfi reveals how standardization can be a major asset:

The reason why they got involved, particularly to support the energy transition and ensure safe practices in the storage and transport of hydrogen.

How it has allowed them to develop their expertise in hydrogen storage.

They highlight, in an anecdote, how experts from various countries have pooled their knowledge to propose common and applicable solutions.

Finally, they recommend that those who want to influence the future of the industry get involved in standardization to avoid being subject to requirements defined by other member countries.

So, do you still doubt the importance of standardization?