Remembering Piper Alpha – 6 July 1988

On this day, we remember one of the darkest moments in the history of offshore oil and gas – the Piper Alpha disaster, a day etched in the collective memory of the North Sea community and beyond.

At SpillConsult Ltd we pause to honour those who were lost, their families, and the survivors who still carry the weight of that day.

Piper Alpha changed our industry forever, reminding us that the human impact of major incidents is profound and long-lasting. While safety systems and technical resilience are vital, so too is how we prepare to look after the people affected.

Our mission in incident response and emergency management is shaped by the lessons learned from events like Piper Alpha. We remain committed to helping our clients prevent, prepare for, and respond to the Care For People aspects of major incidents.

To the 167 who never came home: we remember.

To the families who live with the loss every day: we stand with you.

To those working offshore today: your safety is the promise we must always keep.

Piper Alpha will never be forgotten.