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title: Automatic Pipeline Welding Services | Welding Technology | Qapqa
description: Qapqa is a specialized pipeline welding subcontractor providing automatic welding systems, weld crews & full service support for oil, gas & water projects.
---

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# **Automatic Welding Provider for Pipeline Projects**

We support pipeline contractors with complete automatic welding solutions. Combining advanced welding equipment, qualified crews, technical support and full documentation.

Our approach delivers:  
•    Consistent weld quality  
•    Higher productivity rates  
•    Full traceability and audit-ready documentation  
•    Reduced execution risk in demanding project environments

We execute. You deliver.

## Welding is no place for divided accountability.

In many projects, welding is fragmented:

- Crews from one subcontractor
- Equipment from another
- Procedures and documentation handled separately

When a weld fails acceptance, accountability becomes unclear and valuable time is lost. Qapqa eliminates this risk, acting as the single contractor for the welding works, responsible for:

- Automatic welding systems
- Welding consumables
- Qualified operators
- Approved WPS and procedures
- Complete documentation
- Technical support: 
    - Welding engineers
    - Welding experts
    - Welding crew
    - Service technicians

-  

![welding contractor pipeline construction qapqa](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/welding%20contractor%20pipeline%20construction%20qapqa.webp?width=2048&height=870&name=welding%20contractor%20pipeline%20construction%20qapqa.webp)

![pipeline welding subcontractor qapqa](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/pipeline%20welding%20subcontractor%20qapqa.webp?width=2048&height=870&name=pipeline%20welding%20subcontractor%20qapqa.webp)

## Trusted by

[![CAT INTERNATIONAL CONTRACTOR](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CAT%20INTERNATIONAL%20CONTRACTOR.png?width=129&height=75&name=CAT%20INTERNATIONAL%20CONTRACTOR.png)](https://qapqa.com/automatic-welding-gcs-marghan-pipeline-c.a.t.-international)

[![orascom logo](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/orascom%20logo.png?width=906&height=200&name=orascom%20logo.png)](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-with-orascom-on-project-wave-project)

[![larsen-toubro-logo-1-e1711613031416](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/larsen-toubro-logo-1-e1711613031416.png?width=622&height=250&name=larsen-toubro-logo-1-e1711613031416.png)](https://qapqa.com/references/larsen-toubro-saudi-aramco-mgs-3-package-8-project)

[![WhatsApp\_Image\_2025-11-19\_at\_08.41.18-removebg-preview](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WhatsApp_Image_2025-11-19_at_08.41.18-removebg-preview.png?width=350&height=140&name=WhatsApp_Image_2025-11-19_at_08.41.18-removebg-preview.png)](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-albawani-master-gas-system-3-mgs3-package-9)

[![Salp-Spa-AL-Consultant-Marketing-Udine-Logo](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Salp-Spa-AL-Consultant-Marketing-Udine-Logo.png?width=292&height=150&name=Salp-Spa-AL-Consultant-Marketing-Udine-Logo.png)](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-salp-sestino-minerbio-lot5-pipeline)

[![sgtm stam logo](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/sgtm%20stam%20logo.webp?width=121&height=100&name=sgtm%20stam%20logo.webp)](https://qapqa.com/portfolio-item/sgtm-stam-gie-morocco)

> “Throughout the duration of the subcontract works, Qapqa has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise, adherence to international welding standards, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.”

Mr. Hilal Rahhal

Managing Director - C.A.T. International

[Mr. Hilal Rahhal](https://qapqa.com/portfolio-item/catgroup-uae/)

> “Based on our experience on Wave C2 project, Orascom Construction CO2 highly recommends Qapqa B.V. as a specialized service provider for high‑productivity automatic welding solutions, particularly for large‑diameter pipeline projects under ADNOC or other major operators.”

Sameh Bendary

Project Manager - Orascom Construction

[Sameh Bendary](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-with-orascom-on-project-wave-project)

> “We highly recommend Qapqa B.V. for their exceptional performance and reliability in delivering advanced welding solutions for large-scale pipeline projects.”

Fabrizio D'alessio

CEO - S.A.L.P. S.p.A.

[Fabrizio D'alessio](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-salp-sestino-minerbio-lot5-pipeline)

## Approved by

[![ADNOC approved](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ADNOC%20Web%20Rectangle.webp?width=226&height=100&name=ADNOC%20Web%20Rectangle.webp)](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-cat-international-estidama-6)

[![Aramco approved](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Aramco-logo%20Web%20Rectangle.png?width=495&height=150&name=Aramco-logo%20Web%20Rectangle.png)](https://qapqa.com/references/larsen-toubro-saudi-aramco-mgs-3-package-8-project)

[![dubai petroleum approved](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dubai%20petroleum%20logo.png?width=617&height=150&name=dubai%20petroleum%20logo.png)](https://qapqa.com/automatic-welding-gcs-marghan-pipeline-c.a.t.-international)

[![NNPC approved](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NNPC%20Web%20Square.png?width=135&height=80&name=NNPC%20Web%20Square.png)](https://qapqa.com/portfolio-item/oilserv-nigeria/)

[![SNAM approved](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SNAM%20Web%20square%20approved.webp?width=80&height=80&name=SNAM%20Web%20square%20approved.webp)](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-salp-sestino-minerbio-lot5-pipeline)

![VMOS approved](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VMOS%20approved.webp?width=675&height=200&name=VMOS%20approved.webp)

[![Logo-OCP\_header](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/Logo-OCP_header.svg)](https://qapqa.com/references/sgtm-stam-gie-morocco)

## Full Welding Scope. End-to-End. 

Qapqa is a welding execution contractor.  We don’t just supply equipment or personnel, we take full responsibility for your welding scope: Welding systems, crews, procedures, and documentation.

![Automatic PIPELINE welding execution qapqa (1)](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Automatic%20PIPELINE%20welding%20execution%20qapqa%20(1).webp?width=118&height=118&name=Automatic%20PIPELINE%20welding%20execution%20qapqa%20(1).webp)

#### Automatic Welding Execution

We deploy automatic welding systems with qualified operators directly on your pipeline project.

• Onshore and offshore execution  
• Mainline, tie ins, and spool fabrication  
• Proven productivity and repeatable quality

We run the welds. You receive the results consistent.

![Technical crew icon](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Technical%20crew%20icon.webp?width=118&height=118&name=Technical%20crew%20icon.webp)

#### Technical Crew & Supervision

Our Welding engineers, Welding experts, Welding crew and Service technicians are integrated into your project team, ensuring control during execution.  
• Execution of PQT, AUT validation, WPQT  
• Daily productivity and quality supervision  
• QC and NDT coordination and follow up  
• Single focal point of contact

No gaps between execution and quality control.

![QA WOS documentation](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/QA%20WOS%20documentation.webp?width=118&height=118&name=QA%20WOS%20documentation.webp)

#### QA Documentation & Weld Records 

All documentation is developed before execution, not reconstructed during the project or at completion.

• Pre qualified WPS  
• Welding equipment calibration and certification  
• Welding wire approva  
• Welder qualification records

Audit ready documentation from the first weld to final handover

![Welder training](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Welder%20training.webp?width=118&height=118&name=Welder%20training.webp)

#### Welder Training & Qualification

We deliver full welding qualification scope, including procedure qualification, welder qualification, and Engineering Critical Assessments in accordance with project requirements.

• On site or at Qapqa facilities in the Netherlands and Italy  
• Procedure and ECA qualification support included  
• Alignment with project codes and specifications

Qualified welders. Verified welding procedures. No surprises during production.

## [About us](https://qapqa.com/about-us/)

Over 30 years, the family company has developed itself into a trusted provider of automatic welding solutions and services for pipeline construction and. We deploy qualified crews, automatic welding systems, pre-approved WPS, and complete QA documentation. We take full responsibility for the welding scope.

[Read more](https://qapqa.com/about-us/)[Contact us](https://qapqa.com/contact-us/)

![qapqa automatic welding systems office netherlands](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Qapqa%20netherlands.webp?width=904&height=384&name=Qapqa%20netherlands.webp)

## [Pipeline projects](https://qapqa.com/references/)

[View all](https://qapqa.com/references/)

![C.A.T. International and Qapqa collaboration on ADNOC Estidama pipeline](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/C.A.T.%20International%20and%20Qapqa%20collaboration%20on%20ADNOC%20Estidama%20pipeline.webp?width=960&height=720&name=C.A.T.%20International%20and%20Qapqa%20collaboration%20on%20ADNOC%20Estidama%20pipeline.webp)

#### C.A.T. International - ESTIDAMA Package 6

X65 | 52" | 24 - 29 mm WT | 71 km

[C.A.T. International - ESTIDAMA Package 6](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-cat-international-estidama-6)

![Larsen & Toubro - Master Gas System Network (MGS-3) Package #08 - automatic welding pipeline construction](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Larsen%20%26%20Toubro%20-%20Master%20Gas%20System%20Network%20(MGS-3)%20Package%20%2308%20-%20automatic%20welding%20pipeline%20construction.webp?width=960&height=720&name=Larsen%20%26%20Toubro%20-%20Master%20Gas%20System%20Network%20(MGS-3)%20Package%20%2308%20-%20automatic%20welding%20pipeline%20construction.webp)

#### Larsen & Toubro - Master Gas System Network (MGS-3) Package #08

X70 | 56" | 14 - 20 mm WT | 480 km

[Larsen & Toubro - Master Gas System Network (MGS-3) Package #08](https://qapqa.com/references/larsen-toubro-saudi-aramco-mgs-3-package-8-project)

![automatic welding of project wave pipeline orascom qapqa](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/automatic%20welding%20of%20project%20wave%20pipeline%20orascom%20qapqa.webp?width=960&height=720&name=automatic%20welding%20of%20project%20wave%20pipeline%20orascom%20qapqa.webp)

#### Orascom - Project Wave

X65 | 52" - 64" | 14 - 17 mm WT | 77 km

[Orascom - Project Wave](https://qapqa.com/references/automatic-welding-with-orascom-on-project-wave-project)

![Automatic welding of pipelines SGTM-STAM GIE Morocco](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foto%20SGTM%20front.jpg?width=960&height=720&name=Foto%20SGTM%20front.jpg)

### SGTM-STAM GIE - Desalinted water pipeline J2K

X70 | 24" - 52" | 15 - 25 mm WT | 200 km

[SGTM-STAM GIE - Desalinted water pipeline J2K](https://qapqa.com/references/sgtm-stam-gie-morocco)

![Automatic welding of pipelines CAT Group UAE](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foto%20CAT%20front-1.jpg?width=960&height=720&name=Foto%20CAT%20front-1.jpg)

### C.A.T. International - ADNOC Sales GP Package 3

X65 | 52" - 56" | 16 - 29 mm WT | 188 km

[C.A.T. International - ADNOC Sales GP Package 3](https://qapqa.com/references/catgroup-uae/)

![Automatic welding of water pipeline Techint Chile](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG20220222173055-Project-36inch-hoofdfoto-960x720.jpg?width=960&height=720&name=IMG20220222173055-Project-36inch-hoofdfoto-960x720.jpg)

### Techint - Quebrada Blanca II

X60 | 36" | 17,5 mm WT | 165 km

[Techint - Quebrada Blanca II](https://qapqa.com/references/techint-chile/)

## [Equipment](https://qapqa.com/equipment)

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[![automatic welding system qapqa pwt auto xcs new generation](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/automatic%20welding%20system%20qapqa%20pwt%20auto%20xcs%20new%20generation.webp?width=360&height=150&name=automatic%20welding%20system%20qapqa%20pwt%20auto%20xcs%20new%20generation.webp)](https://qapqa.com/equipment/xcs-welding-system/)

### PWT auto XCS Welding system

The Qapqa PWT AUTO XCS welding system is reliable and flexible using a special process for root-pass welding (with or without copper backing), Advanced Pulse for fill/cap and FCAW for tie-ins and crossings.

[Read More](https://qapqa.com/equipment/xcs-welding-system/)

[![multipurpose pipeline welding tractor XC185 Paywelder](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Product-Img-3.jpg?width=360&height=150&name=Product-Img-3.jpg)](https://qapqa.com/equipment/xc-paywelder/)

### XC185 Paywelder

The Paywelder XC185 is a multipurpose pipeline welding tractor designed as auxiliary vehicle for automatic pipe welding and other applications.

[Read More](https://qapqa.com/equipment/xc-paywelder/)

[![Welding Tent for pipelines](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/wielding-tent-1.jpg?width=360&height=150&name=wielding-tent-1.jpg)](https://qapqa.com/equipment/welding-tent-wte/)

### WTE Welding Tent

The WTE welding tent offers full protection from environmental conditions and any exposures that may affect the welding process.

[Read More](https://qapqa.com/equipment/welding-tent-wte/)

## [How we support pipeline projects](https://qapqa.com/solutions/)

[Read more](https://qapqa.com/solutions/)

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## [News](https://qapqa.com/news-events)

[Automatic Welding Training for our client PETROJET in Egypt](https://qapqa.com/news-events/automatic-welding-training-for-our-client-petrojet-in-egypt)

![Qapqa Provides Automatic Welding Training for PETROJET in Egypt](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/Automatic%20Welding%20Training%20for%20PETROJET%20in%20Egypt.webp)

[News](https://qapqa.com/news-events/tag/news)

#### Automatic Welding Training for our client PETROJET in Egypt

Aug 31, 2026, 2:30:03 PM 1 min read

[Automatic Welding for Hydrogen Ready Pipeline in North Macedonia](https://qapqa.com/news-events/automatic-welding-for-hydrogen-ready-pipeline-in-north-macedonia)

![automatic welding technology supports the North Macedonia to Greece Gas Interconnector](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/Automatic%20Welding%20technology%20for%20Hydrogen%20Ready%20Pipeline.webp)

[News](https://qapqa.com/news-events/tag/news)

#### Automatic Welding for Hydrogen Ready Pipeline in North Macedonia

Aug 31, 2026, 2:03:26 PM 1 min read

[Why Consistent Bevel Preparation Matters in Automatic Welding](https://qapqa.com/news-events/why-consistent-bevel-preparation-matters-in-automatic-welding)

![proper pipe end preparation supports stable welding parameters and consistent results](https://qapqa.com/hubfs/proper%20pipe%20end%20preparation%20supports%20stable%20welding%20parameters%20and%20consistent%20results.webp)

[News](https://qapqa.com/news-events/tag/news)

#### Why Consistent Bevel Preparation Matters in Automatic Welding

Aug 11, 2026, 11:00:00 AM 1 min read

[![Qapqa member of International Pipe Line &amp; Offshore Contractors Association](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IPLOCA%20Web%20Square%2050x50.png?width=50&height=50&name=IPLOCA%20Web%20Square%2050x50.png)](https://www.iploca.com/members/qapqa-group-b-v/) [![tuv cert logo](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/tuv%20cert%20logo.webp?width=50&height=50&name=tuv%20cert%20logo.webp)](https://www.tuv-nord.com/) ![PWT Qapqa brand](https://qapqa.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Qapqa_April2024/images/PWT-logo-wit-shade.png?width=50&height=50&name=PWT-logo-wit-shade.png)

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**Headquarters**  
Qapqa B.V.  
De Amer 24  
8253 RC Dronten  
The Netherlands

**E.** [info@qapqa.com](mailto:info@qapqa.com)  
**T.** [+31 (0) 321 386 677](tel:+31%20(0)%20321%2038%2066%2077)

**Factory**  
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Via Salvo d’Acquisto 1  
26862 Guardamiglio (LO)  
Italy

**E.** [info.it@qapqa.com](mailto:info.it@qapqa.com)  
**T.** [+39 037 740 0038](tel:+39%20037%20740%200038)

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