Progression

Given Tropical Storm Gustav’s relatively slow progression, it’s difficult for Gulf of Mexico (GOM) offshore operators to predict where the storm might wind up. While some said they were bringing all crews ashore, others awaited further developments. And some split the difference, opting to retrieve only nonessential personnel for the time being. To some extent timing depended on how large a company’s offshore contingent was and how long it would take to get them in.