Shahbaz joined ITOPF as a Technical Adviser in May 2025. He graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) with a BSc in Applied Chemistry and MSc in Chemistry. Previous
Explore a variety of topics about marine spills, response and compensation matters in the pages below. Each topic and area of interest provides access to more detailed documentation that is
In addition to rocky shores and gravel/sand beaches similar to those found at lower latitudes, several shoreline types are unique to the Arctic. Tundra cliffs, inundated tundra, permafrost and
Tim Wadsworth has degrees in engineering and in law. He joined ITOPF in 1991 and has subsequently been involved in many spills internationally. His primary role is to provide advice on spill
ITOPF remains on-site in Mauritius to provide technical advice and help coordinate clean-up efforts following the oil spill from the grounded bulk carrier, WAKASHIO.
Oil spills from shipping accidents and offshore blowouts are rare, but when they happen the impact on the environment, on livelihoods and on the local economy can be severe. In this series of
ITOPF arrived on scene in Mindoro on 1 March to assist in the response to the fuel oil spill from the sunken tanker PRINCESS EMPRESS. ITOPF remains on-scene with team members working in rotation to
Inspeccao Maritima Direccao Geral de Marinha e Portos Porto Grande San Vincent Tel: +238-314342 Fax: +238-316519 Details as above. The competent authority in the Republic of Cape Verde for maritime
