Shell Engages Clean-Up After Singapore Oil Leak
Shell and Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority initiated clean-up efforts following a pipeline leak. The spill, stopped at its source with no threat to navigation, prompted Shell to deploy booms and emergency responders. The authority used vessels, drones, and satellites to aid the operation.
Shell, a leading global energy company, and Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) undertook swift clean-up measures after a petroleum leak from a land-based pipeline had been detected. The MPA reported receiving alerts about the oil spill located between Bukom and Bukom Kecil islands around 1 p.m., though the incident had occurred earlier at approximately 5.30 a.m.
According to official statements, the leakage had ceased at its origin, ensuring safe navigation in the affected areas. A representative from Shell verified the situation, announcing that emergency response teams were dispatched to address and manage the crisis.
Efforts to contain the oil spill included the strategic deployment of containment booms and vessels equipped with dispersants by Shell. In a collaborative move, the MPA also mobilized seven of its ships along with drones and satellite technology to locate and mitigate the spread of the oil, underscoring their commitment to rapid response.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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