Abandoned Oil Platform Lights Off | Sydney News

An abandoned oil platform off the coast of WA has gone dark, turning into a deadly hazard for mariners at night. With its operators in voluntary administration and no lights to warn ships, the Cliff Head platform now sits within a 500-meter exclusion zone — prompting urgent warnings from Marine Safety WA and the Maritime Union. Experts warn that unlit offshore infrastructure poses a grave risk in unpredictable seas, and with cleanup costs estimated at $200 million, it’s unclear who will foot the bill — as federal officials rule out taxpayer funding. But relief is on the way: administrators are aware, and safety regulators are moving to install navigational aids to protect sailors from this growing maritime danger. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6cf41df2ecc515ac