# Techint completes the final regular-line weld on Duplicar Norte

> Techint completed the final regular-line weld on Oldelval’s 207 km Duplicar Norte pipeline. Tie-in welds, crossings and connections were still being executed when the milestone was announced.

- **Source date:** 2026-09-11
- **Original source:** [Techint Engineering & Construction](https://www.techint.com/en/news/2026/we-completed-the-final-regular-line-weld-on-the-duplicar-norte-project)
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## Reported project milestone

Techint completed the final regular-line weld on Oldelval’s 207 km Duplicar Norte pipeline. Tie-in welds, crossings and connections were still being executed when the milestone was announced.

Welding progress should be read alongside inspection records and the status of special crossings. The final main-line joint is distinct from completing the hydraulic testing, protection systems and operational handover of a pipeline. This distinction matters when comparing construction completion with the availability of transport capacity.

[Techint Engineering & Construction](https://www.techint.com/en/news/2026/we-completed-the-final-regular-line-weld-on-the-duplicar-norte-project)

## Engineering and delivery perspective

For procurement and project comparisons, distinguish the contracted package from the wider development. A physical construction milestone is evidence of progress, while acceptance, permits and sustained operation require their own confirmation. Review the interfaces with the owner, equipment suppliers and other contractors, including the testing responsibility, operating documentation, handover conditions and treatment of outstanding work.

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