""BRITANNIA"" VISITS OIL RIGS

The transcript discusses the Ocean Kokuae oil rig, operated by Burma Oil, located 110 miles off Aberdeen in the North Sea. It highlights the Royal family's visit to the oil platforms, emphasizing their economic significance. The Greythorpe One platform, a major offshore structure, is detailed, including its installation process. The Royal family receives a briefing from industry leaders. The transcript concludes with the future potential of North Sea oil platforms in securing Britain's energy needs.

What is the primary focus of the Ocean Kokuae rig?

• Fishing operations

• Marine research

• Oil exploration for Burma Oil

• Tourism development

What is the significance of the Greythorpe One platform?

• It is the first platform to be built in the North Sea.

• It is the smallest platform in the BP40s field.

• It is the second largest offshore structure in the world.

• It is the largest offshore structure in the world.

How is the Greythorpe One platform positioned on the seabed?

• It is dropped from a helicopter.

• It is built directly on the seabed.

• It is turned from horizontal to vertical and lowered.

• It is floated to the site and anchored.

What is the expected number of platforms to be established in the North Sea?

• 200 platforms

• 50 platforms

• 100 platforms

• 500 platforms

What is the long-term goal for Britain's oil platforms in the North Sea?

• To reduce oil production

• To export oil to Hollywood

• To secure energy requirements for at least a century

• To become a tourist attraction