NEW ORLEANS — There may have been a fundamental safety design problem with the pods that controlled the massive device that failed to stop the Gulf oil spill, U.S. Chemical Safety Board investigators ...

Nearly seven years ago, federally-mandated testing protocol required operators to test the integrity of their BOP equipment every 14 days. “These stricter protocols are essential to a rig’s safety and ...

WASHINGTON, DC, Dec. 27-- The US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board can’t meaningfully examine the Macondo well’s blowout preventer as long as the BOP’s owner, Transocean Ltd., and ...

#3200,SEATTLE, WASHINGTION , UNITED STATES, February 21, 2022 /EINPresswire.com / -- The United States BOP testing services market was valued at US$ 261.4 Mn in 2020 and is expected to reach US$ 388.6 ...

Days lost to BOP tests when rig dayrates run about $500,000 add up to already expensive wells for companies such as ConocoPhillips, which is currently participating in three wells being drilled in the ...

The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) posted its BOP/LMRP testing status report, outlining the ongoing forensic testing process regarding the blowout preventer (BOP) and lower marine riser package (LMRP) ...

The US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board can't meaningfully examine the Macondo well's blowout preventer as long as the BOP's owner, Transocean Ltd., and manufacturer, Cameron ...

Greene's Energy Group is now offering third-party testing of blow out preventers and associated equipment for the purpose of certification in compliance with the new regulations issued by the Bureau ...

Pressure Testing during the drilling, completion, and production is a core service we provide to the energy industry. Our BOP testing expertise allows companies to enhance safety, efficiency, and ...

They say drunks are just like children because they always speak the truth. However, Uber thinks they’re alike because both can be pacified with a toy. The rideshare company is reportedly conducting ...