The Industrial Gases sector is essential for a net zero and resilient European economy

The European Industrial Gases Association (EIGA) is proud to unveil its White Paper.
We consistently uphold three fundamental principles: uncompromised safety, level-playing field and solid expertise.

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The Industrial Gases in figures

The 2023 figures of the sector are available!

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Hydrogen Safety Ecosystem

With many new organisations are getting involved in hydrogen, we decided to support a safer rollout by sharing our safety knowledge captured in dozens of hydrogen safety publications. These are publications that have helped keep our industry safe for decades. Check out the “ecosystem” portal for free, and discover the easy access to the relevant publications.

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Hydrogen is central to Europe’s ambitious climate goals, as laid out in the EU Green Deal

The Industrial Gases sector has more experience in the production, transportation, storage, and application of hydrogen than any other industry in the world, having been active in the field for over 100 years. The Industrial Gases sector is therefore well-placed to be a key partner for a thriving, carbon-neutral Europe that meets its 2050 goals, in part through the successful deployment of hydrogen.

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EIGA e-learning courses

Our eLearning tools are open to all, completely anonymous, and free of any charge.
Check out our latest module on Hydrogen Emergency Response.

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Exceptional projects and record safety achievements were reported to EIGA

It is an honour and a pleasure for EIGA to award such brilliant ideas and outstanding safety performance. Have a look at the 2023 Award Ceremony here. Please join us in congratulating the EIGA Award Winners.

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about eiga

European Industrial Gases Association

The European Industrial Gases Association, EIGA, is a safety and technically oriented organisation representing the vast majority of European and a number of non-European companies producing and distributing industrial, medical and food gases.

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The Industrial Gases sector is essential for a net zero and resilient European economy

The Industrial Gases sector is essential for a net zero and resilient European economy

The European Industrial Gases Association (EIGA) is proud to unveil its White Paper "The Industrial Gases sector is essential for a net zero and resilient European economy". Our members provide the...
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Hydrogen emergency response

Hydrogen emergency response

Did you check our latest e-learning module? Third of our Hydrogen series of online trainings, this module will brief you on Hydrogen emergency response. You can't smell, taste or see it, but hyd...
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EIGA Summer Summit 2024
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EIGA Summer Summit 2024

Our last Summer Summit took place in Prague on 30 & 31 May.
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Towards a European Industrial Deal

Towards a European Industrial Deal

The Antwerp Declaration outlines 10 concrete actions, from integrating the EU Industrial Deal into the broader European Strategic Agenda 2024 – 2029 while complementing the EU Green Deal to fosterin...
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Latest Publications

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DOC 238 / 22 - Prevention of Plant Instrument and Utility Gas System Cross Contamination

This publication applies to HYCO plants and provides design and safeguards requirements of utility and instrument gas systems. It identifies the potential hazards resulting from the connections between gases, instrument gases, and the process.
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DOC 86 / 24 - Gas Cylinders and Valves with Restricted Use in the EU

The publication covers lists of cylinders and valves with known restrictions on use in European Union Member States
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DOC 254 / 24 - Guidelines for Pressure Testing of Field-Installed Piping and Equipment

This publication provides guidelines to ensure that hazards inherent of pressure tests are mitigated, risks are managed and exposure to personnel and public is limited. It provides guidelines for managing and planning pressure tests (leak tests and proof tests) of field-installed process piping. This includes all operations necessary for planning, preparation, pressure test of the piping, depressurisation, and restoring the system back to service.
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