Transport via pipeline

NACE v2.1 Code: H49.5

About transport via pipeline

NACE code 49.5, 'Transport via pipeline', encompasses the transportation of goods, such as oil, gas, water, and other materials, through pipeline networks. This industry plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, facilitating the efficient and cost-effective movement of essential commodities across vast distances. As a capital-intensive sector, pipeline transport requires significant investment in infrastructure, but it offers a reliable and environmentally-friendly mode of transportation compared to other modes.

Production process

The main production techniques in the pipeline transport industry involve the construction, operation, and maintenance of pipeline systems. This includes the installation of pipelines, pumping stations, and other supporting infrastructure to move the transported materials from one location to another. Advanced monitoring and control systems are used to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the pipelines, while regular inspections and maintenance help to prevent leaks and ensure the integrity of the network.

Production inputs

The pipeline transport industry requires a range of inputs, including steel and other materials for the construction of pipelines, as well as specialized equipment such as pumps, valves, and control systems. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and operators, to design, build, and maintain the pipeline infrastructure. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary to power the pumping stations and other components of the pipeline system.

Production outputs

The primary output of the pipeline transport industry is the delivery of various commodities, such as 06.1 Extraction of crude petroleum and 06.2 Extraction of natural gas, 35.1 Electric power generation, transmission and distribution, and 36.0 Water collection, treatment and supply, to end-users and other industries. The efficient and reliable transportation of these materials through pipelines supports the operations of a wide range of economic activities, contributing to the overall productivity and competitiveness of the broader economy.

Revisions to 49.5

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 49.5. The most recent 1 version of this code (49.5) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 49.5.

Older versions

Family tree for transport via pipeline

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H'>H: TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49'>49: Land transport and transport via pipelines</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49/5'>49.5: Transport via pipeline</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49/1'>49.1: Passenger rail transport</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49/2'>49.2: Freight rail transport</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49/3'>49.3: Other passenger land transport</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49/4'>49.4: Freight transport by road and removal services</a>"]

    C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/H/49/50'>49.50: Transport via pipeline</a>"]


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