Bhubaneswar: The IndianOil has issued a clarification over recent reports regarding crude oil leakage from its underground pipeline in Paradip.
According to the clarification issued by GM (Corporate Communications), Eastern Region, Indian Oil Corporation Limited on the evening of October 20th, 2024, a leakage was detected in Jetty Pipeline at a spot near Nehru Bungalow, which is under repair since few months.
The leakage was spotted while testing the repaired portion of the pipeline with all safety measures in place.
As soon as the leakage was detected IOCL maintenance team present at the site immediately swung into action to arrest the leakage.
Further, the spilled furnace oil was salvaged through Mobile Oil Spill Recovery Unit (MOSRU) prior to cleaning the area.
The pipeline was continuously monitored during the night of 20th/ 21st October 2024 to identify further leakages throughout the jetty line. No further leakages were found at any other place.
IndianOil has taken immediate action to address these operational concerns. There has been no ingress of any spilled oil to water bodies/mangroves affecting the marine life.
The clarification stated that IndianOil remains committed to the safety and security of its operations and the safety of local communities.
IOCL has stated that it will continue to take necessary measures to prevent such operational incidents in future.
The IOCL has appreciated the prompt actions of its personnel and local authorities in managing the situation effectively.
