Piper Alpha disaster took my dad - I still took a job offshore
Published: 8/24/2025

Shane Gorman, who lost his father in the tragic Piper Alpha disaster, has dedicated his career to improving offshore safety following the world's worst offshore oil and gas accident in July 1988. Despite the trauma of losing his dad, a safety officer on the platform, Shane pursued a career in the industry to make it safer. The disaster was caused by a series of failures and safety oversights, leading to 167 fatalities. Shane's story sheds light on the lasting impact and importance of prioritizing safety in the oil and gas sector.