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At Special Piping Materials (SPM), our success is built on the dedication and expertise of our global teams. Each office plays a vital role in supporting clients across the energy, petrochemical, and industrial sectors, ensuring that every order is managed efficiently and delivered to the highest standard. Our Manchester office ... Read More

At Special Piping Materials (SPM), innovation, quality, and sustainability are central to everything we do. As industries across the globe work to reduce carbon emissions and operate more responsibly, the materials used in piping systems are evolving too. One of the most significant developments is the emergence of green steel, ... Read More

At Special Piping Materials (SPM), our teams across the world work collaboratively to deliver high-quality piping solutions to clients in the energy, mining, and industrial sectors. Our Texas office plays a crucial role in supporting projects across North America, focusing on fast turnaround times, dependable service, and expert technical guidance. ... Read More

Data centres are the beating heart of our digital world. Every message sent, file stored, or video streamed passes through these vast facilities that power modern life. As demand for cloud computing, AI, and high-performance technologies continues to grow, so too does the need for reliable, efficient, and high-performing infrastructure to keep ... Read More

From oil and gas to hydrogen and renewables – piping, fittings and flanges are the infrastructure that keeps the world moving. Every corner of modern life depends on energy, from the electricity that powers our homes to the fuels that move goods across continents. Yet behind every switch, pipeline, and ... Read More

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is emerging as a crucial technology in the global energy transition. By capturing CO₂ emissions at source and storing them safely underground, CCS helps heavy industries reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining reliable energy production. The UK is positioning itself as a leader in CCS, with billions ... Read More

STEERING SPECIALIST PIPING SOLUTIONS IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA For more than a decade, Mark Davey has been an integral part of Special Piping Materials’ Perth division, helping to build the company’s presence in Western Australia and strengthen relationships across some of the country’s most vital industries. From supporting the growing LNG ... Read More

Over the past few decades, Floating Production Storage and Offloading units (FPSOs) have revolutionised offshore oil and gas operations. These versatile vessels combine production, processing, storage, and offloading capabilities in a single floating unit, enabling the extraction of hydrocarbons from deepwater or remote fields where traditional fixed platforms or pipeline ... Read More

The oil and gas sector has seen a resurgence in exploration and development across Europe, underscoring the strategic importance of specialised materials to infrastructure integrity. Amidst this resurgence, Special Piping Materials has stood out as a leading supplier of high-grade piping solutions, supporting projects across the continent with unparalleled reliability ... Read More

The US Gulf Coast has long been a powerhouse of global energy production, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of continued growth, innovation and opportunity — particularly across the oil, gas, and broader energy industries. From increased LNG export capacity to revitalised offshore projects and a steady rise in downstream ... Read More

In the latest edition of our staff spotlight series, we’re catching up with Jamie, an Accounts Assistant based at Special Piping Materials’ Manchester office. Since joining the business in late 2022, Jamie has quickly become a valued member of the finance team, known for a methodical approach, attention to detail, and ... Read More

In this blog, we’re taking a closer look at Brazil’s energy outlook and why many believe it to be a powerhouse of renewables and opportunity. Brazil’s energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the twin imperatives of sustainability and innovation. With one of the cleanest electricity generation matrices ... Read More