DSV Piper Alpha

DSV Piper Alpha was a catastrophic offshore oil platform located in the North Sea. On July 6, 1988, a devastating explosion and fire occurred, caused by a failure in safety procedures and maintenance lapses, leading to the loss of 167 lives. The disaster highlighted critical safety deficiencies and resulted in major changes in offshore safety regulations. It remains one of the deadliest incidents in oil industry history, emphasizing the importance of rigorous safety standards in hazardous environments.