BP Canada has reported a spill of drilling fluids from its oil exploration operation taking place off the coast of Nova Scotia. 136 cubic metres spilled from the 'West Aquarius' on June 22, 2018, before it was stopped. An early investigation by the company indicated the spill occurred in piping about 30 metres below sea level. The exploration well was secure and drilling has been suspended while the cause of the leak was investigated. Synthetic-based mud is a heavy, dense fluid used during drilling to lubricate the drill pipe and regulate reservoir pressure. Because of its weight, the mud sinks rapidly in the water column to the sea floor. The synthetic based oil used in SBM was of low toxicity. The 'West Aquarius' was located approximately 330 kilometres southeast of Halifax. Drilling will not resume until BP Canada receives approval from the CNSOPB that it may proceed.
WORLD SHIPPING
23 June 2018 - 14:07
Drilliing fluids spilled in the water
BP Canada has reported a spill of drilling fluids from its oil exploration operation taking place off the coast of Nova Scotia
WORLD SHIPPING
23 June 2018 - 14:07
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