scholarly journals Bottom sediment along oil spill trajectory in Prince William Sound and along Kenai Peninsula, Alaska; Chapter A, Characterization of sample sites along the oil spill trajectory in Prince William Sound and the Gulf of Alaska

1990 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul R. Carlson ◽  
Erk Reimnitz
Keyword(s):  
Bottom Sediment ◽  
Oil Spill ◽  
Gulf Of Alaska ◽  
Prince William Sound ◽  
Kenai Peninsula

EVOLUTION OF A WORLD-CLASS TANKER ESCORT SYSTEM

2001 ◽  
Vol 2001 (2) ◽  
pp. 1167-1172
Author(s):  
Vincent B. Mitchell
Keyword(s):  
Oil Spill ◽  
Gulf Of Alaska ◽  
Prince William Sound ◽  
The Disabled ◽  
Oil Spill Response ◽  
Subarctic Climate ◽  
World Class ◽  
Best Available Technology ◽  
Pass Through ◽  
Available Technology

ABSTRACT The Ship Escort Response Vessel System (SERVS) of Alyeska Pipeline Service Company (Alyeska) in Valdez Alaska is responsible for overseeing the prevention, preparedness, and response activities for the safe transportation of oil through Prince William Sound. Since the inception of SERVS in 1989, escort vessels have accompanied laden tankers through Prince William Sound from the Valdez Marine Terminal to the Gulf of Alaska, a distance of approximately 70 miles. The tankers pass through the pristine Prince William Sound, which encompasses over 2,500 square miles, with fjord-like topography and a subarctic climate. The evolution of the tanker escort system began with the emergency order issued by the state of Alaska in 1989 immediately after the grounding of the Exxon Valdez. A fleet of 12 vessels, each singular in purpose, was quickly developed: three dedicated pairs of escorts (comprised of an escort response vessel and tug), response barge standby vessels, and four dedicated docking tugs. The emphasis was more on oil spill response than prevention, and there was little interchangeability between vessels and their missions. In subsequent years, a variety of factors has caused changes to the escort system and vessel mix. These included the Disabled Tanker Towing Study, Prince William Sound Risk Assessment Promulgation of Federal Escort Requirements, oil spill response responsibility in the Gulf of Alaska, tanker vapor recovery, reduction in pipeline throughput, and weather restrictions. Additionally, industry instituted voluntary measures such as ice scouts and sentinel standby escorts for inbound tankers in ballast have affected the escort system, in addition to the experience gained in the operation the system. As the escort system matured, there was a marked emphasis and focus on oil spill prevention, fleet modernization, and multipurpose vessels to increase capabilities while maximizing efficiencies. Alyeska/SERVS embarked on a dedicated strategy to upgrade the specialized vessel fleet of 12 vessels to a fleet composed of fewer multipurpose vessels. This strategy encompassed a technological and operational enhancement of the fleet, significantly improving the prevention posture while maintaining the necessary response capabilities. Today, the Alyeska/SERVS escort fleet consists of nine multipurpose vessels. The cornerstones of the escort fleet are the two 10,192 horsepower Voith Schneider enhanced tractor tugs and the three 10,192 horsepower ? drive Prevention and Response Tugs, all specifically designed, constructed, and outfitted for tanker escorting. The combination of these vessels for tanker escorting utilizes complimentary best available technology to ensure the safe transit of tankers through Prince William Sound.

WORLD-CLASS OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE FOR THE ALASKAN: TRANS-ALASKA PIPELINE SYSTEM TANKER TRADE

1995 ◽  
Vol 1995 (1) ◽  
pp. 287-291
Author(s):  
Sharon O. Hillman ◽  
James E. McHale ◽  
Steve D. Hood ◽  
Richard C. Long ◽  
John C. Klepper ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oil Spill ◽  
Community Involvement ◽  
Gulf Of Alaska ◽  
Primary Response ◽  
Advisory Council ◽  
Pipeline System ◽  
Prince William Sound ◽  
Fishing Vessels ◽  
Response Organization ◽  
World Class

ABSTRACT Alyeska Pipeline Service Company, Ship Escort Response Vessel System (SERVS) is the primary response action contractor for Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) laden tankers within Prince William Sound and an oil spill removal organization for the Gulf of Alaska. During the past five years, SERVS has implemented a world-class spill prevention and response organization for this region. The activities of the SERVS prevention and response organization include escort prevention service, spill prevention activities, response equipment, contingency planning, nearshore response, community involvement, fishing vessels program, citizen oversight, and training. Plans have been made for dispersant use, in-situ burning, waste management, coastal resource and sensitive environment inventory, wildlife protection and rehabilitation, and other response strategies. Response equipment and strategy updates are closely coordinated with ship operators/charters (planholders), agencies, and the public, including the Prince William Sound Regional Citizen Advisory Council.

BOTTOM SEDIMENT CHARACTERIZATION OF THE CONNECTICUT RIVER ESTUARY

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Adams ◽  
◽  
S. Spata ◽  
J. Pentaleri ◽  
A. O'Connell ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bottom Sediment ◽  
River Estuary ◽  
Connecticut River
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