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After much interest from industries, in particular the oil and gas industry, TUV NEL launched the Oil-in-Water (OIW) Monitoring Club in 2000. Its primary aim is to act as a central contact point for information on the subject that is not readily available, with the aim of eliminating the duplication of work by different offshore operators. This has been a particular problem as new information and developments appear constantly.
Oil-in-Water monitoring and analysis is a subject of considerable interest to both regulatory authorities and industry. Accurate and reliable measurement of Oil-in-Water concentration plays an important role in the minimisation of oil pollution entering the environment.
Next club meeting
The next Oil-in-Water Club meeting will be held at the Thistle Aberdeen Airport Hotel, Aberdeen, on 19th September 2008.
The principal objectives of the club are:
- to keep abreast of the legislative and technological developments
- to provide a central contact point on the subject of Oil-in-Water monitoring
- to promote best practices in Oil-in-Water monitoring and hence reduce the possibility of oil pollution
- to provide a "Bridge" between regulators, users and R&D organisations
The club activities include the maintenance of this website, and an annual member meeting. Fast and effective information exchange and sharing is at the heart of activities. The website will provide updated information on Oil-in-Water monitor manufacturers, on current issues such as discharge limits, alternative laboratory methods, extraction solvents, on-line monitoring and standard methods. Furthermore, it will provide information on good Oil-in-Water monitoring practices, research and development into new technologies, and how to properly select an Oil-in-Water monitor for a specific application. In addition, there are links to the websites of governments, international organisations, and industry bodies. The annual gathering will provide an opportunity for the club members to meet each other. Presentations will be sought from club members for the annual meeting.
For more information about the club, please contact us.