Mastering Oxygen Safely

Join the European Industrial Gases Association’s 2026 Winter Summit!

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EIGA is looking for a Deputy General Secretary

EIGA (European Industrial Gases Association AISBL), based in Brussels, is a safety, technically oriented, and regulatory organisation representing most European companies producing and / or distributing industrial, medical and food grade gases.
With the retirement of the current Deputy General Secretary, EIGA is looking for a replacement. A handover period is foreseen to facilitate a smooth transition.

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The Industrial Gases sector is essential for a net zero and resilient European economy

The European Industrial Gases Association (EIGA) is proud to unveil its White Paper.
We consistently uphold three fundamental principles: uncompromised safety, level-playing field and solid expertise.

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2024 Facts & Figures about Industrial Gases

The 2024 figures of the sector are available!

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Hydrogen Safety Ecosystem

With many new organisations are getting involved in hydrogen, we decided to support a safer rollout by sharing our safety knowledge captured in dozens of hydrogen safety publications. These are publications that have helped keep our industry safe for decades. Check out the “ecosystem” portal for free, and discover the easy access to the relevant publications.

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Hydrogen is central to Europe’s ambitious climate goals, as laid out in the EU Green Deal

The Industrial Gases sector has more experience in the production, transportation, storage, and application of hydrogen than any other industry in the world, having been active in the field for over 100 years. The Industrial Gases sector is therefore well-placed to be a key partner for a thriving, carbon-neutral Europe that meets its 2050 goals, in part through the successful deployment of hydrogen.

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EIGA e-learning courses

Our eLearning tools are open to all, completely anonymous, and free of any charge.
Check out our latest module on Hydrogen Emergency Response.

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European Industrial Gases Association

The European Industrial Gases Association, EIGA, is a safety and technically oriented organisation representing the vast majority of European and a number of non-European companies producing and distributing industrial, medical and food gases.

Energy Intensive Industries: do they have a future in Europe?

Energy Intensive Industries: do they have a future in Europe?

The Alliance of Energy Intensive Industries issued recommendations in advance of the review of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS): Strengthened Carbon Leakage Protection: ensure robust prot...
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2024 Facts & Figures about Industrial Gases

2024 Facts & Figures about Industrial Gases

They are invisible, so you don’t see them. Nevertheless, you all know and use our products. It would be difficult not to, they are used everywhere: in manufacturing, chemicals, metals, food, electro...
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EIGA Summer Summit 2025

EIGA Summer Summit 2025

It's a wrap! The EIGA Summer Summit 2025 is closed. EIGA Members met in Edinburgh on 30 May 2025 for the Annual General Assembly Meeting. The evening was a celebration of the achievements of the...
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Latest Publications

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DOC 238 / 22 - Prevention of Plant Instrument and Utility Gas System Cross Contamination

This publication applies to HYCO plants and provides design and safeguards requirements of utility and instrument gas systems. It identifies the potential hazards resulting from the connections between gases, instrument gases, and the process.
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Safety Information - Transport Safety

SI-TS 18 / 25 - Defensive Driving

Defensive driving is an approach to driving that emphasizes safety and proactive decision-making. It entails maintaining constant awareness of the surroundings, anticipating potential hazards, and taking necessary precautions to prevent accidents. When implementing defensive driving techniques, drivers remain focused and attentive, carefully surveying the road for any risks and adjusting their driving behaviour accordingly. They prioritize maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles, complying with traffic laws and speed limits, and avoiding distractions that could divert their attention. Defensive driving also involves recognizing one's own driving limitations and actively seeking opportunities for skill improvement through education and training.
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DOC 260 / 25 - Indoor Insulated Carbon Dioxide Supply System

This publication provides the minimum requirements and the practices for design, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of indoor small stationary insulated carbon dioxide supply systems at users’ premises and addresses the hazards specifically associated with it
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