While unveiling their “Guiding Principles,” Kathryn Klaber, Executive Director of the Marcellus Shale Coalition, said this:
We’re all in this together. We’re all only as good as whoever had a mistake this morning.
That this statement also applies to offshore oil and gas operations should now be painfully obvious to all. Each company’s success is dependent upon every other company’s performance, not just in your region, but anywhere in the world. The offshore industry needs to clearly and succinctly describe its universal commitment to safety and environmental protection. Sweeping principles that guide all operations should be developed and endorsed by every operator and contractor. The Marcellus document is a good starting point, but more details may be needed. Commitments to sharing and analyzing verified incident data, participating in standards development, assessing new technology, and sponsoring safety and environmental research should be included. Now is the time to act. Who will provide the regional and international leadership?
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