Six days after an oil spill began in the Mississippi Delta, the Coast Guard has taken control, activating the Oil Pollution Liability Trust Fund. The uncontrolled well continues to emit an orange-brown mist. Contractors have collected 33,000 gallons of oily water, while a safety zone remains in effect around the site.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) organized a table-top exercise with Indonesia and Malaysia to improve regional coordination for oil spills. Over 20 representatives from MPA, Indonesia, Malaysia, and ITOPF participated to enhance response capabilities in the Straits of Malacca and Singapore. This initiative aims to foster collaboration and communication during oil spill incidents.
A new report criticizes the rescue operation for the burning car carrier Fremantle Highway off the Dutch coast. The analysis confirms earlier reports of ill-prepared and disorganized responders. The fire rendered lifesaving equipment inoperable, and the rescue effort was chaotic, resulting in the death of one crew member. The report aims to improve future cooperation and coordination.
