Oil spill response
Oil spill response
Safety and environmental care are the core principles of our operations. They are also essential preconditions for the continuous and efficient functioning of the port. This service includes both preventive measures to reduce the risk of pollution and operational response in cases where pollution has occurred, ensuring its immediate containment and clean-up.
In cooperation with the Port Police and the Harbour Master, we provide 24/7 emergency response and mitigation.
Our team is professionally trained and qualified to carry out pollution response and clean-up operations both at sea and on shore.
Our employees have obtained OPRC OSR Level 1 certificates (Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Cooperation – First Responder), which are internationally recognised proof of competence in responding to oil and chemical spills.
This qualification ensures that the LVR Flote team is capable of responding to pollution incidents professionally and efficiently, in accordance with international standards and best practices.
For the clearance of oil spills, we use specialized equipment – absorbents, booms, and other tools for pollutant collection. For provision of service on water we use specialized vessel FLORA-1.
In case of an emergency, we involve other LVR Fleet vessels if necessary to:
- participate in fire-fighting;
- participate in rescue operations;
- participate in the clearance of oil spills in the water area of the Freeport of Riga.
