Sriracha: Thai Oil and the Marine Department announced the successful removal of a crude oil spill that occurred at the Mooring Buoy No. 2 (SBM-2) of the Thai Oil Refinery in Sriracha District, Chonburi Province. The spill, which happened late on June 5, 2025, was controlled and removed by 5:00 p.m. the following day, with ongoing monitoring to prevent further issues.
According to Thai News Agency, Thai Oil Public Company Limited reported that approximately 8,000 liters of crude oil were spilled during the incident. The company’s emergency management plan was swiftly enacted, containing most of the spill within the boom line, with only a minor amount escaping. Following the cleanup, the Oil Water Pollution Prevention and Elimination Coordination Center conducted thorough surveys around Koh Sichang, Koh Khang Khao, and nearby areas using aerial and patrol boats, confirming no environmental impact.
The company assured that the refinery’s operations remain unaffected by the incident. Continuous monitoring and readiness to address any potential spills have been prioritized. Thai Oil expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts of government and private agencies, including the Chonburi Governor, the First Naval Area, the Marine Department, and various environmental organizations.
The Marine Department also confirmed that a helicopter inspection on June 6 found no remaining oil spills, and by 4:19 p.m., the situation was declared resolved. The OSC Thai Oil unit ended the emergency response, with naval and Marine Department personnel returning to their bases. The Marine Department’s Chonlatharanurak ship will conduct a final survey this morning before resuming its normal duties.