Oil Rigs Collection

Heavy Lift Barge
Heavy lift barge Stavanger, North Sea oil capital, Rogaland, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Offshore oil rigs at the Baku Bay, near Baku, Azerbaijan, Central Asia, Asia

Brandts cormorant (Phalacrocorax penicillatus) swimming beneath an oil rig. Eureka Rig, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. North East Pacific Ocean

The oil region of Los Angeles, California (colour litho)
3621809 The oil region of Los Angeles, California (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The oil region of Los Angeles, California)

La Petrolie (engraving)
2783049 La Petrolie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Petrolie. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 11 February 1883.); © Look and Learn

Brandts cormorant (Phalacrocorax penicillatus) hunts for a meal in a school of Pacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus), beneath an oil rig

California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) bursts through a school of Pacific chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) while hunting beneath Eureka oil rig, Los Angeles, California, USA, Pacific Ocean

Off-shore oil rig surrounded by sailing fireboat and flying helicopter, underwater cross-section depicting the rigs foundations

Doyon Oil Rig 14 on the road moving to another drill site in the Prudhoe Bay Oil Field, North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Winter

Silhouette Of Two Pump Jacks At Sunrise With Clouds; Alberta, Canada

1945 offshore gas drilling rig, elevated view

Oil pumping station, cross section

How oil obtrudes on one of the worlds most beautiful cities. Oil wells in the near neighbour of Los Angeles. 6 October 1927

Oil Rig North Sea
DAN-132 Oil Rig North Sea. David Nance contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Oil Rig - Brit oil's Beatrice North Sea
DAN-125 Oil Rig - Brit oil's Beatrice North Sea, UK David Nance contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Europe at night. Satellite image of city lights at night, centred on Europe. North converges towards top. Bright areas mark dense urban populations, and the European coastline is clearly seen

An oil-rig drilling derrick
An oil rig drilling derrick which is 190 feet tall. The Varco top drive assembly (yellow) can be seen suspended at the 90 foot level

Old oil rigs at the Abseron Peninsula, near Baku, Azerbaijan, Central Asia, Asia

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Oil rigs, also known as offshore drilling platforms, play a crucial role in the extraction of oil and gas from beneath the ocean floor. These towering structures are often seen in various locations around the world, each with its unique characteristics and significance. In Baku Bay, Azerbaijan, located in Central Asia's heartland, massive heavy lift barges transport equipment to support offshore oil rigs. The sight of these colossal vessels maneuvering through the water is awe-inspiring. One such rig found near Baku Bay is the Eureka Rig. It stands tall amidst the vast expanse of water, symbolizing human ingenuity and determination to harness Earth's resources for energy needs. Traveling across continents to Los Angeles, California takes us to an iconic image showcasing the bustling oil region. A color lithograph captures this vibrant scene where numerous oil derricks dotting the landscape paint a picture of prosperity and progress. Delving into history brings us back to La Petrolie engraving that depicts early efforts in extracting black gold. This artwork serves as a reminder of how far we have come technologically since those pioneering days. Amidst all this industrial activity lies nature's resilience; Brandt's cormorant swims gracefully beneath an oil rig while hunting for its next meal. This harmonious coexistence between wildlife and industry showcases our responsibility towards preserving biodiversity even amidst resource exploitation. Further along California's coastlines, another marine creature thrives -the California sea lion bursts through a school of Pacific chub fish with remarkable agility. Despite sharing waters with offshore drilling operations, these animals adapt and thrive alongside human activities. Across oceans in Belfast, Northern Ireland lies yet another impressive sight -an off-shore oil rig surrounded by sailing fireboats and helicopters hovering above it. This cross-section illustration reveals not only how these structures are anchored but also highlights emergency response preparedness at sea. Heading northwards to Arctic Alaska during winter unveils Doyon Oil Rig 14 on the move.