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Response services are guaranteed ONLY for Members. Non-members are not guaranteed a response and will be required to sign a Non-member contract. Services and rates differ. Duty managers can be contacted for exercises.

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Resource Library

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Insight

Navigating Grey Rhino Events: Strategies for Preparedness in the Shipping Industry

Explore the concept of Grey Rhino events in the Shipping Industry and why being ready for them matters. Grey rhino vs black swan insights included.

  • Jul 10, 2024 
  • 20 min read
  • Crisis Management
Article

Readiness in Action: Inside OSRL’s Surface Dispersant Exercise

Discover OSRL’s Surface Dispersant Exercise on the Isle of Wight, highlighting our dedication to enhancing responder skills with advanced training and monitoring methods

  • Jun 27, 2024 
  • Exercises
Spill Journal

Spill Journal: X-Press Pearl

Explore our role in X-Press Pearl's cleanup, collaborative strategies, and maritime disaster response implications in this Spill Journal.

  • Apr 29, 2024 
  • Response
Insight

Redefining Crisis Management Training: The Potential Pitfalls of Over-reliance on Virtual Training

Amid crisis management's evolution, virtual training expands accessibility. But can it fully replicate crisis demands? We explore this critical balance.

  • Apr 17, 2024 
  • Crisis Management
Podcast

The OSRL Podcast: The Response Force Multiplier - Episode 5

In this episode, we join OSRL's Incident and Crisis Management Lead, Dave Rouse, and guests as they reflect on critical crisis management lessons and strategies for navigating uncertainty.

  • Feb 28, 2024 
  • Crisis Management
Case Study

Crisis-Ready Excellence: Delivering preparedness training to a major international oil and gas company.

A major international Oil and Gas company approached us to deliver a training course to their staff to help develop their structure for preparing and responding to emergencies.

  • Jan 30, 2024 
  • Incident Management
Recorded Seminar

Preparedness Journey Webinar Series - Webinar 4:Training, Exercises, and Continuous Improvement

Our experts examine how we develop our Training Drills or Exercises. How how we can maintain our response readiness and discuss the preparedness tools and support services offered by OSRL.

  • Jan 15, 2024 
  • 60 min watch
  • Industry
Recorded Seminar

Preparedness Journey Webinar Series - Webinar 3:Equipment and Resources for Effective Response

Our experts focus on the critical aspect of selecting, maintaining and deploying the right equipment and resources during an oil spill incident.

  • Jan 12, 2024 
  • 60 min watch
  • Industry
Recorded Seminar

Preparedness Journey Webinar Series - Webinar 2: Risk Assessment and Contingency Planning

Our experts guide you in assessing potential gaps in your oil spill preparedness, aiding in the development of a plan to address and close those gaps in enhanced future readiness.

  • Jan 10, 2024 
  • 60 min watch
  • Industry
Case Study

Dorian's Impact on Shipping Terminal: A Comprehensive Crisis Management Response to Environmental Challenges

Damage caused by adverse weather forces the shipping terminal to close.

  • Dec 5, 2023 
  • 6 min read
  • Crisis Management
Podcast

The OSRL Podcast: The Response Force Multiplier - Episode 4

In this episode, we join OSRL's Global Learning and Development Manager, Dean Wasche, as he delves deep into the world of crisis leadership and the complex context within which it operates.

  • Dec 5, 2023 
  • Crisis Management
Case Study

Transforming Incident Review Insights into Advancements: Enhancing Local Bunkering Operations and Mitigating Future Risks

Marine vessel bunkering incident off the coast of South Africa triggers a review of local oil spill preparedness and response arrangements to improve readiness and capability.

  • Dec 1, 2023 
  • 8 min read
  • Capability Reviews

OSRL Resource Library

First-hand experience in responding to oil spill incidents of varying nature and locality across the global, allow's Oil Spill Response to provide a wealth of resources and insights.

From case studies with our Members to industry insights and operational field guides spanning response and crisis management to dispersants and contingency planning. All resources are freely available to view or download.