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The need to ensure that safety In the UK, regulators are con- safety, standards & preparedness levels remain high despite a lower cerned about the drop in oil prices – to that which existed on the day oil price is easier said than ac- that, in the past, this has led to de- of the tragic casualty. complished. IMCA also says that terioration in structures and cut-

The U.S. new regulatory regime has changing behavior will be the key backs on maintenance. Has this been implemented and is looking at to that effort. This involves – in manifested itself just yet or are we key issues – such as DP, for example. your words – people, ef