On September 29th, Cenosco hosted the fourth edition of the Reliability, Integrity, and Functional Safety Summit in Cologne, Germany. The event, which focused on asset integrity, reliability, and functional safety, brought together experts and practitioners from across industries to share insights, innovations, and real-world strategies.
We started with Marko Verdes‘ powerful keynote address on “Getting the Basics Right: Building a Strong Integrity Culture,” followed by Dirk Herbrich‘s session on Global MRO Material Harmonization – Sparrow Integration in MRO creation process. Seçkin Dabi shared personal experience and insights with his “One Parameter, One Barrier“ presentation.
After some networking and refreshments, Andrew Moncrieff addressed the challenge of AI in his presentation “How Do You Weaponise AI in Compliance-Driven Markets?“, and Ray Duffy followed with “Automation of Corrosion Loop Mark-up & Vibration Screening.“
The second portion of the day was started by Functional Safety domain expert Pieter Poldervaart and focused on Enhancing Your Organisation’s Efficiency by Verifying SIS Performance. Fred Gabriëls was next and delivered an interesting presentation on Non-Intrusive Inspections at High Temperature.
Christos Christoglou delivered an insightful and highly relevant presentation on the importance of adopting a risk-based mindset when managing ageing assets. His session was anonymously voted as the most impactful presentation of the day.
To close off the day, Jeroen Juurlink emphasised that a Proof of Concept (PoC) should inspire, show value, and engage stakeholders early in his insightful presentation on the importance of user adoption.
Detalhes do evento
- Monday, September 29th, 2025
- 09:00 – 17:00 CET
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Cologne, Germany
- There are limited seats, so fill out the form below to secure your spot.
O que é que se pode esperar?
The Reliability, Integrity, and Functional Safety Summit is Cenosco’s flagship event, designed to bring together professionals shaping the future of asset integrity and reliability. This all-day, in-person experience features an exciting lineup of presentations, discussions, and networking activities that focus on:
- Keynote Sessions by Industry Experts
- Industry Developments and Trends
- Real-World Use Cases and Frameworks
- Networking Breaks and Post-Event Drinks
Gain insights from industry leaders at the forefront of their fields. Our guest speakers come from top companies and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience. Explore the latest advancements and innovations. From ensuring integrity in systems to new reliability strategies, you’ll leave with actionable ideas to implement in your work. This summit provides the perfect platform to build relationships, share experiences, and collaborate on new opportunities.
Porquê participar
If you’re a professional in the Oil and Gas or Chemical industries, the Reliability, Integrity, and Functional Safety Summit 2025 is an event you simply can’t miss. Here’s why you should join us:
- Aprenda com os especialistas: Obtenha informações de líderes do sector na vanguarda das suas áreas. Os nossos oradores convidados vêm de empresas de topo e trazem uma riqueza de conhecimentos e experiência.
- Discover New Technologies: Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the latest advancements and innovations. From ensuring integrity in systems to new reliability strategies, you’ll leave with actionable ideas to implement in your own work.
- Rede com profissionais do sector: Estabeleça contactos com profissionais que partilham as mesmas ideias e expanda a sua rede. Esta cimeira proporciona a plataforma perfeita para estabelecer relações, partilhar experiências e colaborar em novas oportunidades.
- Envolver-se em discussões aprofundadas: Participe em discussões significativas e aprofunde-se em tópicos críticos como estruturas de gestão da degradação e estratégias de fiabilidade. Esta é a sua oportunidade de interagir com especialistas e colegas num ambiente de colaboração.
- Mantenha-se competitivo: Mantenha-se a par das tendências do sector. Ao participar, obterá informações valiosas que o ajudarão a manter-se competitivo e à frente do jogo numa indústria em constante evolução.
Who We Are – About Cenosco
Cenosco is a global leader in asset integrity, reliability, and functional safety. With decades of experience serving industries such as Oil and gas, Chemicals, and Energy, we empower companies to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant operations. Our solutions help streamline inspection, maintenance, and safety practices, ensuring long-term operational excellence, fewer site visits, and regulatory confidence.
Oradores especialistas
Marko Verdes Keynote Speaker
Marko Verdes, a global expert in petrochemicals with 30+ years in asset integrity, pioneered IMS, led global initiatives, integrated SAP, and excels in audits, inspections, and corrosion.
Fred Gabriëls Managing Director
Fred Gabriëls has 22+ years in advanced NDT. He’s held leadership roles in top firms and now leads SonoInspec as Managing Director, driving innovation, strategy, and technical excellence.
Christos Christoglou Maintenance Excellence Manager
Christos, PhD ChemEng, led Bayer’s RBI team and built Covestro’s inspection group. Now EMEA Asset & Maintenance Excellence Manager at Ineos, he also serves on DIN and CEN industry committees.
Andrew Moncrieff Enterprise Account Executive
Andrew helps global EOG businesses streamline workflows, ensure compliance, and boost safety through integrated QHSE platforms. He’s passionate about how AI and automation reshape energy operations.
Pieter Poldervaart Sr. Domain Expert SIS
Pieter is a functional safety expert with over a decade of experience in the field. Before joining Cenosco in 2021, he worked at Shell P&T, where he served as a LOPA chair and SIF Lifecycle Consultant. At Cenosco, Pieter is the IMS SIS/SIFpro domain expert and tool trainer.
Dirk Herbrich Value Stream Lead Data
Dirk brings 20+ years of experience in maintenance, reliability, and asset performance across the food, chemical, and life sciences industries. At Bayer, he leads data integration and governance for the Acquire to Retire stream in the CORE S/4HANA transformation, and holds a diploma in Food Tech. from the University of Bonn.
Seçkin Dabi Industry Expert
Seçkin is a Metallurgical and Materials Eng. with 20+ years of experience specializing in integrity, inspection, and corrosion in the energy sector, particularly oil & gas and petrochemicals. As an independent consultant, he leads efforts to mitigate risks and extend asset lifespans using advanced inspection techniques, and is a member of ASME and AMPP Intl, holding multiple industry certifications.
Jeroen Juurlink Senior consultant | Team Manager
Jeroen Juurlink has 10+ years in reliability, mainly in oil & gas. With 5+ years in IMS, he helps clients maximize the IMS RCM module and leads full-site rollouts of RCM programs.
Raymond Duffy Client Engagement Lead
Ray has over 20 years of asset integrity experience, starting in operational roles before moving into consultancy on pressure systems and pipeline integrity. At Wood, he is a subject matter expert in flexible pipe integrity management, driving innovation in automated inspection. More recently, he has led projects on digitising operational processes and implementing Digital Twins.
