The AMAZING History of Offshore Drilling Rigs

The latest of our videos looking at drilling rigs - today we discuss the innovative drilling rigs that revolutionised the oil & gas industry, shaping it into what it is today. From drilling on wooden piers to modern giant semi-submersibles, we cover some of the key milestones in the fascinating history of offshore drilling. Many wells claim to be "the first offshore well" - the reality may surprise you. Get in touch with us at info@1stsom.com Offshore Pioneers: The Incredible Drilling Rigs that Shaped an Industry 00:00 Introduction 00:41 1896: Summerland - California 01:09 1890: Grand Lake St. Marys - Ohio 01:43 1911: Caddo Lake - Louisiana 02:51 1938: Creole - GoM 04:30 1947: Kermac 16 - GoM 05:49 1954: Mr Charlie - GoM 06:34 1955: Scorpion - GoM 07:26 1961: Blue Water - GoM 09:03 1965: Sea Gem - North Sea 11:06 The FIRST offshore drilling activity 12:14 2016: Ocean GreatWhite 13:09 Timeline 14:12 Cooper's Bloopers