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Transocean was aware of ballast problems before Gulf disaster

A safety inspection report obtained by the New York Times reveals that Deepwater Horizon (DH) owner Transocean knew about problems with the ballast system before the rig exploded on April 20. The ballast system was necessary for floatation and stability. Experts believe that had the system not failed it’s possible the Macondo well gusher never would have happened. The Times said that at least 36 pieces of equipment were in very poor condition on the DH which could “lead to loss of life, serious injury or environmental damage.” The report also cited issues with hydraulic controls on watertight doors. Transocean ordered safety inspections of several Gulf rigs shortly before the disaster after a series of accidents and “near-hits.”

Source: News Inferno

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