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Month: May 2016

Ups and Downs of Jack-Ups
Industry Lecture | Lectures

Ups and Downs of Jack-Ups

ByHouston Maritime May 26January 31

The Ups and Downs of Jack-Ups will present some of the history of the jack-up rig, from the early moveable construction barge in the late 19th century, through their early days in the offshore drilling industry to their current place as the prime method for drilling wells in shallow water depths (up to about 500 feet)

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Battle of Atlantic
History Lecture | Lectures

Battle of Atlantic

ByHouston Maritime May 26January 31

“The Battle of the Atlantic was the dominating factor all through the war. Never for one moment could we forget that everything happening elsewhere, on land, at sea or in the air depended ultimately on its outcome.” – Winston Churchill.

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