--- title: Automatic Pipeline Welding Van Oord Dos Bocas Refinery - Oil Pipeline description: Van Oord executed 42 km of 36'' X65 crude oil pipelines for the Dos Bocas Refinery in Mexico using advanced automatic pipeline welding. --- [info@qapqa.com](mailto:info@qapqa.com)[Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/qapqa/)[+31 (0) 321 38 66 77](tel:+31(0)321386677)[Contact us](https://qapqa.com/contact-us/) [Contact us](https://qapqa.com/contact-us/)[info@qapqa.com](mailto:info@qapqa.com)[+31 (0) 321 386 677](tel:+31(0)321386677)[Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/qapqa/)[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@QapqaGroup) [![Qapqa-logo-CMYK\_incl JS kleur](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Qapqa-logo-CMYK_incl%20JS%20kleur.png?width=1894&height=816&name=Qapqa-logo-CMYK_incl%20JS%20kleur.png "Qapqa-logo-CMYK_incl JS kleur")](https://qapqa.com/) [![Qapqa joining solutions automatic welding technology logo grey orange](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Qapqa-logo-CMYK_incl%20JS%20kleur.png?width=1894&height=816&name=Qapqa-logo-CMYK_incl%20JS%20kleur.png "Qapqa joining solutions automatic welding technology logo grey orange")](https://qapqa.com/) - [Services](https://qapqa.com/services) - [Equipment](https://qapqa.com/equipment) - [Projects](https://qapqa.com/references/) - [Reference letters](https://qapqa.com/reference-letters) - [Solutions](https://qapqa.com/solutions/) - [Industries](https://qapqa.com/industries) - [News](https://qapqa.com/news-events) - [About us](https://qapqa.com/about-us/) [Contact](https://qapqa.com/contact-us/) [Contact](https://qapqa.com/contact-us/) - [Services](https://qapqa.com/services) - [Equipment](https://qapqa.com/equipment) - [Projects](https://qapqa.com/references/) - [Reference letters](https://qapqa.com/reference-letters) - [Solutions](https://qapqa.com/solutions/) - [Industries](https://qapqa.com/industries) - [News](https://qapqa.com/news-events) - [About us](https://qapqa.com/about-us/) [Contact](https://qapqa.com/contact-us/) # Van Oord - Dos Bocas Refinery ![Company](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/svg-gobbler.svg) **Company:** Van Oord Company: Van Oord ![Type](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/svg-gobbler%20(3).svg) **Type:** Crude oil Type: Crude oil ![Country](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/svg-gobbler%20(1).svg) **Country:** Mexico Country: Mexico ![svg-gobbler (6)](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/svg-gobbler%20(6).svg) **Project:** Dos Bocas Refinery Project: Dos Bocas Refinery ![svg-gobbler (2)](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/svg-gobbler%20(2).svg) **Material:** X65 Material: X65 ![client](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/Qapqa_April2024/images/svg-gobbler%20(4).svg) **Client:** Dos Bocas Client: Dos Bocas ![diameter icon](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/diameter%20icon.svg) **Diameter:** 36''  **WT:** 22mm   Diameter: 36'' WT: 22mm ![distance](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/Qapqa_April2024/images/svg-gobbler%20(5).svg) **Distance:** 42km Distance: 42km Characteristics - Automatic welding of the root-pass GMAW-RMD without copper-backing. - Filling/ capping with Advanced Pulse (P-GMAW). ## Van Oord executed pipeline works for the Dos Bocas Refinery Project in Mexico In **Mexico**, **Van Oord** successfully executed pipeline construction works, with [automic welding](https://qapqa.com/equipment/xcs-welding-system/), for the **Dos Bocas Refinery Project**, a strategic development designed to expand the country’s crude oil refining capacity. This project involved the installation of a **36-inch crude oil pipeline** over a distance of **42 km**, providing a vital link to support refinery operations and ensure reliable energy supply for the region. ## About Van Oord **Van Oord** is an internationally renowned engineering and construction company specializing in **marine, energy, and infrastructure projects**. With decades of expertise, the company delivers **engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services** for oil & gas, energy, and maritime sectors. Van Oord leverages **advanced technologies, efficient project execution, and skilled personnel** to deliver reliable and sustainable infrastructure solutions worldwide. ## [Dos Bocas Refinery](https://www.pemex.com/negocio/refinacion/dos-bocas-refinery-project) – Pipeline Construction The **Dos Bocas Refinery pipeline project** is a **42 km crude oil pipeline** using **X65, 36” diameter pipe with 22 mm wall thickness**. The project was designed to ensure the efficient transport of crude oil into the refinery, enhancing Mexico’s refining capacity and supporting energy independence goals. Key technical highlights include: - **Challenging soil conditions** along the 42 km route, requiring specialized trenching and stabilization techniques. - **High humidity and coastal climate** at Dos Bocas demanded additional corrosion protection and coating measures. - **Heavy logistical operations** to transport and handle 36” X65 pipes with 22 mm wall thickness across difficult terrain. - **Coordination with refinery construction works**, ensuring safe and seamless integration with other ongoing mega-project activities. - **Strict environmental safeguards** implemented to minimize impact on surrounding wetlands and ecosystems near the Gulf of Mexico. - **Local workforce training and deployment** to meet project demands while enhancing regional expertise. Through this project, **Van Oord** demonstrated its capabilities in **pipeline construction**, supporting the **Dos Bocas Refinery** in strengthening Mexico’s energy infrastructure, reducing dependency on imports, and advancing national energy security objectives. 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