Alyeska wins API Distinguished Operator Award

Alyeska Pipeline recently earned the 2008 American Petroleum Institute Distinguished Operator Award (Large Operator), an award that is among the oil industry’s top honors and reserved for pipeline operators demonstrating excellence in safety, environment and integrity.   

“This is a clear indication that Alyeska Pipeline Service Company remains committed to excellence, and we congratulate them on receiving this award,” Governor Palin said in a written release. “Alyeska’s responsible efforts are what can prove to the rest of America that Alaska is willing and able to responsibly develop resources for the security of Alaska and the nation.”  

The Distinguished Operator Award is API’s highest safety and environmental performance award for pipeline operators. It recognizes Alyeska’s record in community outreach, public safety, environmental and safety performance, integrity management, and use of technology. Only one large operator may win the award each year. 

“This award reflects the pride and teamwork of TAPS employees who are committed to safety, the environment, and the integrity of the pipeline,” said Alyeska President and CEO Kevin Hostler. 

The selection committee cited several major Alyeska achievements and initiatives that made the company stand apart, including improvements in safety performance, focusing on injury prevention and engagement with external stakeholders.

In addition to the Distinguished Operator honor, API also awarded Alyeska with the Environmental Performance Award.