RTN mobilised to deal with oil leak off Gulf of Thailand

Thailand today mobilised the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) to aid in the rescue of an oil storage vessel operated by Chevron Corp’s unit and contain damage to the environment. The vessel suffered damage during routine maintenance in the Gulf of Thailand earlier this week.

According to government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri, the RTN will focus on assisting the crew in plugging a leak that resulted in seawater seeping into the hull of the ship. The RTN’s efforts will also aim to prevent any potential oil spillage as the crude carrier is carrying 400,000 barrels of crude oil.

The incident occurred on Tuesday when a machine exploded during a maintenance check, causing seawater to enter the FSO Bechamas 2 vessel, Bangkok Post reported. Tragically, one crew member lost his life in the explosion. However, the remaining 28 crew members are safe, and the ship is reported to be in stable…