Alyeska’s response yields many improvements although concerns remain A 2023 Council report identified some serious safety risks at Alyeska’s Valdez Marine Terminal. Since that time, the Council has been monitoring the actions taken by Alyeska to improve the work culture and more effectively promote an atmosphere of safety. Many areas have improved over the last … Read more
I was reminded recently that when the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, or OPA 90, was voted on by Congress after the Exxon Valdez oil spill, it passed unanimously by both the House and the Senate.
Each year, Alyeska leaders select Atigun Award recipients, which recognize employees, contractors, and teams who stand out for their exceptional contributions and dedication on the Trans Alaska Pipeline System, or TAPS. In 2025, Valdez Lab technician Greg Tang won the Lifetime Achievement award. In his 48 years on TAPS, Greg’s integrity, attention to detail, and … Read more
By Maia Draper-Reich Outreach Coordinator In April, Project Manager Danielle Verna and I were able to fly out to visit Ouzinkie, Alaska, thanks to clear weather and Council Board member Elijah Jackson. Jackson, who is the Kodiak Island community’s Mayor and Village Public Safety Officer, hosted us for a day connecting with community members of … Read more