The company said it has already been rolled out to many parts of BP but the latest contract will ensure that the integrity of BP Pipeline’s process software will be managed on one platform and securely accessible anywhere via the BP network.

BP Pipeline’s three control centres in the US operate onshore and offshore systems, handling the transport of crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids and chemicals.

Asset Guardian claims that its tool set provides major international process and manufacturing organisations with a software management solution enabling them to minimise the risks associated with process-critical safety software and related functions.

Asset Guardian specialises in software asset protection for the process and manufacturing industries including oil & gas, power generation, pharmaceutical, and food & beverage.