On June 19, the relevant services of the central office of SOCAR’s Azneft Production Union received information about traces of oil pollution observed in the area of Dubendi beach, SOCAR told APA.
An oil slick was detected during an initial inspection carried out by vessels and a helicopter in the water area between Pirallahi Island and Dubendi.
It was noted that since no active point of oil leakage was visually detected at the initial stage of the incident, several possible sources of pollution were considered. As a result of controlled diagnostic inspections, the source of the pollution was identified as one of the underwater oil pipelines belonging to Azneft Production Union. Immediately after the leak source was identified, oil transportation through the pipeline was suspended. An operational headquarters was established by Azneft Production Union to manage the incident, and the situation was brought under control.
Diagnostic measures conducted by Azneft’s diving service revealed mechanical damage to the underwater oil pipeline. According to the preliminary assessment, the damage was caused by contact with an external object, most likely an anchor.
“Repair and restoration work began immediately after the damage was detected. Until these works are completed, the damaged pipeline will remain out of operation, preventing further oil leakage into the sea. Efforts to eliminate the consequences of the incident, including the cleaning of the sea and coastal areas, are being carried out in close coordination between the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Azneft Production Union,” the statement said.
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