Bangchak confirms no oil pipeline leak found, and is urgently investigating the source of the contaminated oil.

Bangchak Corporation announced that pressure tests on the oil pipeline on Chuea Phleng Road revealed no leaks after continuous inspections since September 7th. They are preparing to use ultrasound, radar, and Intelligent Pig technology to re-inspect the pipeline within a 1-kilometer radius before submitting a request to the Department of Energy Business for permission to resume operations.

On September 12, 2569, Bangchak Corporation disclosed an update regarding the discovery of oil contamination in the drainage system near Chueapleng Road and under the Rama 3 elevated bridge. The latest inspection of the oil pipeline system in the area revealed no leaks.

Bangkok Pipeline Transportation and Logistics Co., Ltd. (BFPL), a subsidiary of Bangchak Group and the holder of the rights to use and manage the oil pipeline of BAFS Pipeline Transport Co., Ltd. (BPT), immediately dispatched personnel to the area after being contacted on September 7th and have been working continuously 24 hours a day, working in cooperation with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and relevant agencies. Oil shipments through the pipeline were halted from the morning of September 8th for safety reasons and to allow for a thorough inspection of the pipeline.

On September 9, BFPL inspected the pipeline using the Direct Current Voltage Gradient (DCVG) method to detect abnormalities in the pipe's outer coating and identified three additional excavation points requiring further inspection before proceeding with the inspection on September 10.

The excavation revealed one point containing a mixture of water and oil, but the source could not yet be identified. Therefore, the company conducted a pressure test on September 11th to check the integrity of the pipes and search for leaks that might not be visible during the excavation.

The test was conducted in a controlled area, gradually increasing the pressure in the pipes from 10 bar gauge to 28 bar gauge, which is the normal operating pressure level of the system, and maintaining that pressure for one hour. Pressure readings were monitored both on-site and from the control room, and the piping and surrounding area were inspected throughout the test.

The test results confirmed that there were no leaks in the oil pipeline, no abnormal pressure drops, no fluid seepage, or any signs of leakage. Furthermore, measurements both on-site and from the control room were within normal limits.

However, BFPL will proceed with further investigation using short-range and long-range ultrasonic testing scans to detect abnormalities in the pipe walls, covering a 1-kilometer stretch of pipeline from the incident site, as well as radar scanning.

Furthermore, next week an internal inspection of the pipeline will be conducted using Intelligent Pig technology to thoroughly assess its condition according to international standards. The results will then be submitted to the Department of Energy Business for consideration and approval to resume operation of the oil pipeline system.

Throughout the investigation process, BFPL continued to closely monitor the system and support the mission of government agencies. Meanwhile, Bangchak Corporation stated that it had deployed teams to assist affected citizens, communities, and businesses, providing food, water, and temporary shelter if necessary.

Bangchak Group confirmed that if the investigation reveals that the damage or impact was caused by BFPL's operations, the company is prepared to take responsibility and provide appropriate and fair compensation to those affected. The company has also developed a contingency plan for transportation to maintain the continuity of oil product delivery to customers and consumers.

Meanwhile, the company will continue to support government agencies in investigating the source of the contaminated oil in the area.

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