Resource Library

Case Study

Maximising the use of Containment and Recovery systems in rivers with enhanced encounter techniques

When responding to incidents in lower courses of rivers, maximising containment and recovery equipment to help protect resources is paramount.

• 02 Jul, 2017
• 4 min read
• Response

Spill Journal

Spill Journal: MV Fedra

The MV Fedra ran aground and smashed against Europa Point, Gibraltar, in Oct 2008 following severe gale force winds measuring 12 on the Beaufort scale.

• 21 Nov, 2016
• 5 min read
• Response

Spill Journal

Spill Journal: MV Tasman Spirit

MV Tasman Spirit spilled 30,000T of oil off Karachi, exposing response gaps. Learn how OSRL helped contain, clean up, and improve future spill preparedness.

• 14 Aug, 2016
• 5 min read
• Response

Video

The Cap Story

Explore OSRL’s global capping stack capability. Learn how subsea well control equipment is pre-positioned and ready for rapid deployment in major oil spill scenarios.

• 24 Jun, 2016
• 6 min watch
• Subsea

Case Study

Local OSRL Partnership Enhances Gibraltar Port Authority Response Readiness

Explore how OSRL’s partnership with Brightside Services strengthened Gibraltar Port’s Tier 2 oil spill response and readiness.

• 01 Mar, 2016
• 3 min read
• Capability Reviews

Case Study

Case Study: Tullow Ghana Limited’s Major Exercise

How Tullow Ghana is partnering with OSRL and key local stakeholders to ensure it’s ready for any eventuality.

• 08 Dec, 2015
• 5 min Read
• Exercises

Spill Journal

Spill Journal: MV Erika

Read about the response to the 1999 MV Erika oil spill, detailing efforts, strategies, and lessons learned from the oil spill event in the Mediterranean Sea.

• 23 Nov, 2015
• 3 min read
• Response

Spill Journal

Spill Journal: Exxon Valdez

Explore an oil spill responder's insights on the 1989 Exxon Valdez spill, including recovery techniques and challenges of cleaning up heavy oil in freezing temperatures.

• 07 Oct, 2015
• 5 min read
• Response

Field Guide

Dispersant Application Monitoring: Tier II and III Field Guide

Explore practical tools and guidance for Tier II & III dispersant monitoring. Learn how to assess effectiveness, ensure correct dosage, and support informed decision-making.

• 22 Jul, 2015
• 16 min read
• Dispersants