Eni UK confirms that a hydocarbons release of less than 500 barrels took place on 14 February from its pipeline between the Conwy and Douglas Installations, approximately 33 km from the North Wales coast.
Details of the incident are still being confirmed, while the Conwy to Douglas line was shut immediately and remains off.
All the relevant authorities have been informed and the company is working in full collaboration with them.
There is no impact to any personnel on the installations.
An Incident Management Team has been mobilised and is working closely with the relevant authorities and response contractors to understand the situation and minimise any effect to the environment.