Rubis tank that leaked (from the report)(CNS): Almost three years after 3,700 gallons of oil leaked at Rubis’ Jackson Point Terminal due to a rusty tank, the Utility Regulation and Competition Office (OfReg) has fined the supplier $225,000 following a successful prosecution. The investigation found sufficient grounds to file charges against Rubis earlier this year. Following initial legal proceedings brought before the courts, Rubis has now agreed to settle the matter and accept an administrative fine, including investigative and related costs. The tank suffered a “bottom plate failure resulting from severe rust and degradation due to corrosion”, which was preventable, according to the independent investigation. The fine is in line with the one issued to Sol Petroleum Limited — CI$200,000 plus costs of CI$86,700 — after a dangerous fuel tank fire at the same terminal in 2017.

Source: CBC News June 27, 2022 14:08 UTC