ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Ports Company (ADPC) in Abu Dhabi, has completed a programme to significantly boost the quick oil speed response capabilities in its busiest commercial ports.
The programme, which represents an investment of more than Dh2 million, has included the purchase of twenty specialised equipment containers, a dedicated speed boat with another one on order, two new trucks of which one is equipped with a crane, and comprehensive training for more than 75 members of staff.
The majority of the specialised equipment containers are located at Khalifa Port, reflecting its size and the number of ships using the port. Others have been distributed to Zayed Port, the Free Port and Musaffah.
In each location, the easily transported container is being used to store new equipment, including specialised pumps, skimmers, tanks and a variety of booms. The specialised equipment containers are located so that they offer easy and quick access to essential equipment in case of an emergency.
In addition, more than 75 members of staff are now qualified, having completed the International Maritime Organisation’s Level 1 Oil Spill Response training. The boats will be operated by Marine Services personnel working in close coordination with Abu Dhabi Ports Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) team.
