Vitality NL joins members of the vitality sector and all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians as we keep in mind the tragic lack of 84 crew members of the Ocean Ranger.
“Reflecting on the forty third yr for the reason that tragic lack of 84 crew members of the Ocean Ranger, we’re as soon as once more reminded of the cruel realities of working offshore,” stated Charlene Johnson, Vitality NL CEO. “As we keep in mind these misplaced and the long-lasting affect upon their family members, we additionally acknowledge the continuing dedication inside our business to prioritize the protection of all who work within the vitality sector, each offshore and onshore. This dedication honors the reminiscence of the 84 lives misplaced within the Ocean Ranger tragedy and ensures they’re by no means, ever, forgotten.”
The annual memorial service organized by Gonzaga Excessive Faculty occurred on the Basilica of St. John the Baptist in St. John’s on Wednesday, February 12. Charlene Johnson was honored to attend on behalf of the Newfoundland and Labrador vitality provide and repair sector.
The Ocean Ranger semi-submersible drill rig sank on February 15, 1982, whereas exploring on the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. All 84 crew members perished.
Vitality NL represents over 500 member organizations worldwide that are concerned within the vitality sector. Members are energetic in all areas of the provision and repair sector and embrace a various illustration of companies that vary from offshore provide vessels and helicopters, carbon discount and sustainable applied sciences, well being and security tools and coaching, engineering options and fabricators to legislation companies and human useful resource companies.
