Resource Library

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

Field Guide

Dispersant Application Monitoring: Tier I Visual Observation Field Guide

A practical guide for using visual observation to monitor dispersant effectiveness. Includes safety tips, response indicators, and reporting to support decision-makers.

• 22 Jul, 2015
• 16 min read
• Dispersants