Peter Whittall
Peter Whittall was the chief executive of Pike River Coal during the 2010 mine explosion. He faced significant scrutiny and criticism in the aftermath of the disaster as families sought answers and accountability for the tragedy that claimed the lives of 29 miners.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| New Zealand | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,511 | $210,000 | 196$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,822,233 | 4,511 | $210,000 | 196$ |
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Recent Mentions
New Zealand:
The Department of Labour laid health and safety charges against Pike River Coal, its former chief executive Peter Whittall and contractor VLI Drilling in 2011.
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New Zealand:
Peter Whittall was the chief executive of Pike River who informed families about the mine's gas levels.
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