Arctic Exploration

Pioneering oil and gas development in extreme Arctic conditions.

An offshore oil rig standing prominently in the middle of the ocean, featuring red and metallic structures with cranes attached. The platform is supported by large cylindrical legs, and the sea stretches out beneath a cloudy sky. A small boat is visible near the base of the rig, emphasizing its massive scale.

An offshore oil rig standing prominently in the middle of the ocean, featuring red and metallic structures with cranes attached. The platform is supported by large cylindrical legs, and the sea stretches out beneath a cloudy sky. A small boat is visible near the base of the rig, emphasizing its massive scale.

Innovative Techniques

Developed ice islands for efficient drilling operations.

A tall drilling rig stands in an open, gravel-covered area with a partly cloudy sky overhead. The rig is surrounded by various machinery and equipment. The scene is expansive and industrial, with a sense of openness.

A tall drilling rig stands in an open, gravel-covered area with a partly cloudy sky overhead. The rig is surrounded by various machinery and equipment. The scene is expansive and industrial, with a sense of openness.

Significant Discoveries

Identified major gas and oil fields in the Arctic.

An industrial offshore oil platform featuring large, red structural components and intricate metal frameworks. The platform includes cranes, staircases, and multiple levels, with a beige-painted building section displaying numerous windows.

An industrial offshore oil platform featuring large, red structural components and intricate metal frameworks. The platform includes cranes, staircases, and multiple levels, with a beige-painted building section displaying numerous windows.

A gas station with an illuminated sign reading 'IRVING' is situated in a snowy environment at night. The station features fuel pumps under a canopy, and there is a car parked nearby. Streetlights provide additional lighting, and large piles of snow can be seen around the area.

A gas station with an illuminated sign reading 'IRVING' is situated in a snowy environment at night. The station features fuel pumps under a canopy, and there is a car parked nearby. Streetlights provide additional lighting, and large piles of snow can be seen around the area.

Experimental Production

Initiated oil production at Bent Horn in 1985.

Government Transition

Federal stake transferred to Petro-Canada in later years.

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Silhouettes of offshore oil rigs set against a hazy sunset sky. The structures are positioned in the calm sea, with the orange and red hues of the sun partly obscured by clouds. Several birds are flying in the sky, adding to the serene yet industrial scene.

Silhouettes of offshore oil rigs set against a hazy sunset sky. The structures are positioned in the calm sea, with the orange and red hues of the sun partly obscured by clouds. Several birds are flying in the sky, adding to the serene yet industrial scene.

Exploration

Pioneering Arctic oil and gas development through innovative techniques.

A group of workers in helmets and protective gear are maneuvering large industrial equipment on an offshore oil rig. The structure features prominent yellow piping and scaffolding, with the ocean visible in the background. The scene depicts a busy, industrial environment.

A group of workers in helmets and protective gear are maneuvering large industrial equipment on an offshore oil rig. The structure features prominent yellow piping and scaffolding, with the ocean visible in the background. The scene depicts a busy, industrial environment.

A remote fuel station with a large fuel sign and a sculpture of a whale tail. There are several fuel pumps underneath a canopy structure. The surrounding area is flat and barren, with sparse vegetation and a few trees. The sky is overcast, giving a dull appearance to the scene. A small building is adjacent to the fuel pumps, possibly a store or a rest stop.

A remote fuel station with a large fuel sign and a sculpture of a whale tail. There are several fuel pumps underneath a canopy structure. The surrounding area is flat and barren, with sparse vegetation and a few trees. The sky is overcast, giving a dull appearance to the scene. A small building is adjacent to the fuel pumps, possibly a store or a rest stop.

A black and white seascape with a calm body of water extending into the distance. An oil rig is visible on the horizon, under a sky with thick, dramatic clouds. The foreground consists of a rocky shore with seaweed scattered along the ground.

A black and white seascape with a calm body of water extending into the distance. An oil rig is visible on the horizon, under a sky with thick, dramatic clouds. The foreground consists of a rocky shore with seaweed scattered along the ground.

An offshore oil rig is situated in the middle of the sea, with multiple cranes and a complex structure made up of platforms and supports. The surrounding water appears calm, and the sky is overcast, giving a sense of isolation and vastness.

An offshore oil rig is situated in the middle of the sea, with multiple cranes and a complex structure made up of platforms and supports. The surrounding water appears calm, and the sky is overcast, giving a sense of isolation and vastness.

Several people are gathered outdoors, holding various signs or placards. Some signs display the names of different oil companies such as 'Q8 Oils,' 'ABU DHABI NATIONAL OIL CO,' 'Nigerian National Petroleum Corp,' 'Sonatrach SPA,' and others. One man with long hair tied in a ponytail is kneeling and holding a sign. The scene appears to be part of a protest or demonstration, with an old tower structure visible in the background.

Several people are gathered outdoors, holding various signs or placards. Some signs display the names of different oil companies such as 'Q8 Oils,' 'ABU DHABI NATIONAL OIL CO,' 'Nigerian National Petroleum Corp,' 'Sonatrach SPA,' and others. One man with long hair tied in a ponytail is kneeling and holding a sign. The scene appears to be part of a protest or demonstration, with an old tower structure visible in the background.