Oil Patch Bits: Fugro’s permafrost expert to speak at conference

Dr. Nikolay Volkov, a senior project professional working in Fugro’s Houston offices, will present a permafrost-themed talk during the American Institute of Professional Geologists annual conference, scheduled for Sept. 19-22 in Anchorage, Alaska.

Entitled, “Geotechnical Aspects of Saline Permafrost and Cryopegs,” Volkov’s presentation will focus on the complex nature of coastal and offshore permafrost, which is of critical importance to Alaska’s existing and planned infrastructure on the North Slope and outer continental shelf. Those registered for the AIPG Conference can attend this talk on Sept. 22 at 1:30 pm.

On Sept. 25, Fugro’s Alaska office will host a lunch-and-learn seminar with Volkov. This session will provide an overview of onshore and offshore permafrost geohazards, their negative implications, and mitigation measures examined through case studies. Fugro’s most recent permafrost experience will be shared, including field-tested, state-of-the-art technologies.

Volkov’s seminar qualifies for professional development units to maintain engineering certi