Bohai Bay Compensation Fund

ConocoPhillips recognizes its responsibility for the accidents in Bohai Bay, China and the company is sympathetic to the concerns of the people of China. To address this, ConocoPhillips has established the Bohai Bay Compensation Fund. ConocoPhillips is committed to providing fair compensation and to demonstrating its commitment to the people and the government of China.

About the BohaI BAY Compensation Fund:

  • The goal of the fund is to provide a fair, fast and simple remedy for any public or private claims arising from the June 2011 accidents at the Peng Lai 19-3 field in Bohai Bay.
  • The fund will be independently administered to address all reasonable claims.
  • A claimant is free to choose between negotiations, filing a claim with the fund or pursuing other legal remedies.
  • Administration of the compensation fund will comply with all relevant laws and regulations of the People’s Republic of China as well as international best practices.
  • We will be naming a panel of respected, neutral, independent individuals who will decide claims submitted under this process.
  • The fund will administer regular, independent third-party audits to ensure that the fund reaches claimants.
  • A separate environmental fund has been established to support environmental projects that support the well-being of Bohai Bay and its nearby communities.
  • The Bohai Bay Compensation Fund website provides information and regular updates about the fund and the application process.