Shell Singapore charged over Pulau Bukom oil leaks, failure to report them immediately
About 40 tonnes of oily mixture was discharged into the water in the October 2024 incident, while about 485kg to 956kg of oil mixture leaked into Singapore waters over a few days in December 2024.
Shell Singapore has been charged under the Prevention of Pollution of the Sea Act for two incidents in 2024 where oily mixtures leaked from its facilities at Pulau Bukom. The first incident occurred in October when approximately 40 tonnes of oily mixture was discharged into the water, and the second incident took place in December when an estimated 485kg to 956kg of oil mixture leaked into Singapore waters.
In addition to the charges, Shell is also accused of failing to immediately report these incidents, which regulations require occupants of refineries to do. The company has until mid-October to respond to the charges, with potential fines of up to S$1 million for the occupier and up to two years in jail for individuals found guilty.
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