Oil Spill Preparedness

Although Saudi Aramco has never had a major oil spill incident, the company recognizes the value of preparation and has the capability to respond to incidents anywhere it operates. The company hones its response plans through regular drills held both at home and abroad in cooperation with local, national and international agencies.

In addition to its readiness training, the company maintains regional command and control centers for oil spill response and houses emergency equipment, including dedicated aircraft, to battle spills at sea. The company engages in aerial and sea surveillance of all its offshore operating areas.

Saudi Aramco is a charter member of key regional and international agencies involved in oil spill response, such as the Gulf Area Oil Companies Mutual Aid Organization. The company is also a member of the International Petroleum Industry Environmental Conservation Association, whose main purposes are to inform members of environmental developments and facilitate communications between the oil industry and relevant international organizations on environmental issues.

Saudi Aramco also participates in the Oil Industry International Exploration & Production Forum, the Oil Companies International Marine Forum and the International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation.