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This paper describes the combined effects of the various natural processes acting on spilled oil, collectively known as ‘weathering’. Factors which determine whether or not the oil is likely to…

This paper presents advice and guidance on conducting effective aerial reconnaissance.

As of 1st January 2013, amendments to MARPOL Annex V mean that shippers have new responsibilities regarding cargo classification and how it affects the ability of the crew to discharge hold wash…

Dr Henk Renken will be leading a round table discussion on spill response in the Arctic

The final films in ITOPF's series "Response to Marine Oil Spills" will receive their premiere at events in Singapore and Hong Kong next week

On 15th November 1979, Romanian tanker INDEPENDENTA collided with the Greek cargo ship EVRIALI, off Haydarpasa at the entrance to the Bosphorus, in Turkey. A part of the cargo of 93,800 tonnes of…

Boom surrounding a casualty in ice infested waters

Aerial survey of an oiled mangrove shoreline and fishing port in Cebu, Philippines

A specialised recovery vessel with fixed sweeping arms deployed during the PRESTIGE response operation

Military personnel collecting oil following the HEBEI SPIRIT oil spill