A fire on Chevron’s Benguela-Belize-Lobito-Tomboco platform off Angola injured 17 people, four seriously. The incident occurred during scheduled maintenance, with the platform shut down since May 1. Chevron’s subsidiary, Cabgoc, is investigating the cause, prioritizing safety, while the platform’s production capacity remains uncertain due to the fire.
AIRCAT Vessels, in partnership with ESNA, has delivered the first batch of three AIRCAT 35 Crewliners for the oil and gas industry. These vessels, utilizing SES technology, can reach speeds over 50 knots in challenging conditions. With advanced passenger comfort features, they are now part of the ENERGY CRAFT fleet in Angola.
An unidentified ship carrying Catholic devotees sank during a maritime procession, resulting in the loss of six lives and 17 rescued individuals. Search and rescue efforts continued with three people, including the captain, reported missing. The tragic incident left the community in mourning, awaiting updates on the recovery operation and supporting the survivors.
Eight months after a major oil spill off the coast of Tobago, the tug believed to have caused the spill, named the Solo Creed, has been arrested in Angola. The circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear, with ownership of the tug remaining a mystery. Authority seeks recovery of expenses from the IOPC Fund.
