# Oilfield jobs coming back? **URL:** \ **Category:** Professional Mariner Forum\ **Created:** [July 15, 2016, 7:30am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435 "2016-07-15T07:30:49Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Flyer69](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/flyer69/32/6000_2.png) [@Flyer69](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Flyer69)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 7:10am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/21 "2016-07-17T07:10:13Z")
Are you all butthurt because I called you out for your dick comment about the lobster fishermen losing gear to the survey vessel?? ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 7:34am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/22 "2016-07-17T07:34:24Z")
[QUOTE=ombugge;187331] PS\> She even have a RRM “Unified Bridge”, which has been developed for the latest and best of large Anchor Handlers.[/QUOTE] Just in case anybody wonder what this Unified Bridge entails, here is a presentation of this patented item from Rolls-Royce Marine: [http://www.rolls-royce.com/products-and-services/marine/product-finder/automation-and-control/control-centres-and-bridge-system/unified-bridge-control.aspx#section-product-search](http://www.rolls-royce.com/products-and-services/marine/product-finder/automation-and-control/control-centres-and-bridge-system/unified-bridge-control.aspx#section-product-search) And a video showing how it works: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU16e7wZtYw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU16e7wZtYw) This is from the first PSV that got the system installed. What is the purpose of have such a system on an Expedition Yacht?? I don’t know, except that is new shiny and expensive. Maybe some of you Yachties here can find a better reason? Maybe this explains it better: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vya9luI\_QS4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vya9luI_QS4) ---
**Author:** ![Flyer69](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/flyer69/32/6000_2.png) [@Flyer69](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Flyer69)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 8:05am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/23 "2016-07-17T08:05:40Z")
> [@"ombugge"](#): > > Just in case anybody wonder what this Unified Bridge entails, here is a presentation of this patented item from Rolls-Royce Marine: [http://www.rolls-royce.com/products-and-services/marine/product-finder/automation-and-control/control-centres-and-bridge-system/unified-bridge-control.aspx#section-product-search](http://www.rolls-royce.com/products-and-services/marine/product-finder/automation-and-control/control-centres-and-bridge-system/unified-bridge-control.aspx#section-product-search) And a video showing how it works: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU16e7wZtYw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SU16e7wZtYw) This is from the first PSV that got the system installed. What is the purpose of have such a system on an Expedition Yacht?? I don’t know, except that is new shiny and expensive. Maybe some of you Yachties here can find a better reason? Because it’s cool? ---
**Author:** ![Lee\_Shore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Lee\_Shore](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Lee_Shore)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 8:31am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/24 "2016-07-17T08:31:00Z")
[QUOTE=Flyer69;187377]Are you all butthurt because I called you out for your dick comment about the lobster fishermen losing gear to the survey vessel??[/QUOTE] OK, changing subjects. If you go back to those posts you will notice that I said I had not read the text. The reason I don’t respond to surveys in order to view something is because in my experience, those clicks bring a bunch of crap to my inbox. You apparently chose to believe that I had read the text and that I was lying. After learning the details, I agreed that my post was based on insufficient information and the gentleman in question might have had a legitimate beef. I also know from experience that the floats aren’t crammed in ship channels. I clearly stated that the problem was in mooring fields and channels frequented by private yachts and apparently the Coast Guard doesn’t care about those areas. I stand by my view that they impede navigation and should not be allowed in a channel even if it is only used by recreational boaters. Can’t I just do 20 push ups now or do I have to go up to Maine so you can whack me about the head and shoulders with a soggy float? ---
**Author:** ![Flyer69](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/flyer69/32/6000_2.png) [@Flyer69](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Flyer69)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 8:33am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/25 "2016-07-17T08:33:39Z")
> [@"Lee Shore"](#): > > OK, changing subjects. If you go back to those posts you will notice that I said I had not read the text. The reason I don’t respond to surveys in order to view something is because in my experience, those clicks bring a bunch of crap to my inbox. You chose to believe I was lying. After learning the details, I agreed that my post was based on insufficient information and the gentleman in question might have had a legitimate beef. Can’t I just do 20 push ups now or do I have to go up to Maine so you can whack me about the head and shoulders with a soggy float? Hehe Let’s just let it go, my apologies for jumping all over your shit. Enjoy your Sunday! ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 8:36am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/26 "2016-07-17T08:36:35Z")
That raise a question; how did a thread about Oil Jobs get turned into discussion about bridge equipment on yachts and lobster traps in Main? Especially since C.Captain is still missing. OK, I take responsibility for the first bit. Just trying to fill the void. ---
**Author:** ![Emrobu](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/emrobu/32/6696_2.png) [@Emrobu](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Emrobu)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 9:21am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/27 "2016-07-17T09:21:11Z")
[QUOTE=ombugge;187378]Maybe this explains it better: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vya9luI\_QS4[/QUOTE]](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vya9luI_QS4%5B/QUOTE%5D) It explains one thing very clearly: Star Trek is REAL. “Take the helm, Mr. Data. Set course for Rigel VII. Warp 5. Engage.” Fan girl swoon! ---
**Author:** ![Lee\_Shore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Lee\_Shore](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Lee_Shore)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 9:55am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/28 "2016-07-17T09:55:23Z")
[QUOTE=Flyer69;187383]Hehe Let’s just let it go, my apologies for jumping all over your shit. Enjoy your Sunday![/QUOTE] Peace brother. ---
**Author:** ![DeckApe](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/deckape/32/1271_2.png) [@DeckApe](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DeckApe)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 2:20pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/29 "2016-07-17T14:20:15Z")
> [@"ombugge"](#): > > That raise a question; how did a thread about Oil Jobs get turned into discussion about bridge equipment on yachts and lobster traps in Main? Because it’s the Internet. ---
**Author:** ![SeaMonkey6969](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/dec6dc/32.png) [@SeaMonkey6969](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/SeaMonkey6969)\ **Post date:** [July 17, 2016, 5:37pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/30 "2016-07-17T17:37:42Z")
And it makes me laugh! ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 18, 2016, 1:55am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/31 "2016-07-18T01:55:18Z")
Back to the subject at hand, Unified Bridge equipment from Rolls-Royce Automation. I was wrong in thinking this was designed for Offshore Vessels, with the odd Yacht thrown in. The new Polar Expedition Cruise ships for Hurtigruten will also have this equipment: [http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/18-07-2016-rr-to-deliver-ship-design-and-equipment-to-hurtigruten.aspx](http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/18-07-2016-rr-to-deliver-ship-design-and-equipment-to-hurtigruten.aspx) As will the new Polar Research ship for British Antarctic Survey: [http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/pr-09-05-2016.aspx](http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/pr-09-05-2016.aspx) No she will NOT be named Boaty McBoatface as proposed, but apparently the remotely operated subsea vehicle on board will be: [[http://www.ship-technology.com/projects/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel2.html](http://www.ship-technology.com/projects/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel2.html) ---
**Author:** ![cmakin](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/48db29/32.png) [@cmakin](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/cmakin)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 5:06am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/32 "2016-07-20T05:06:42Z")
[QUOTE=ombugge;187384]That raise a question; how did a thread about Oil Jobs get turned into discussion about bridge equipment on yachts and lobster traps in Main? Especially since C.Captain is still missing. OK, I take responsibility for the first bit. Just trying to fill the void.[/QUOTE] And I wasn’t even involved in the diversion. . . . ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 8:26am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/33 "2016-07-20T08:26:24Z")
[QUOTE=cmakin;187507]And I wasn’t even involved in the diversion. . . .[/QUOTE] Don’t worry, you’ll get your chance soon. There will always be other opportunity to turn, or hi-jack a thread. ---
**Author:** ![Drill\_Bill](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/0ea827/32.png) [@Drill\_Bill](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Drill_Bill)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 10:24am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/34 "2016-07-20T10:24:04Z")
[QUOTE=ombugge;187420]Back to the subject at hand, Unified Bridge equipment from Rolls-Royce Automation. I was wrong in thinking this was designed for Offshore Vessels, with the odd Yacht thrown in. The new Polar Expedition Cruise ships for Hurtigruten will also have this equipment: [http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/18-07-2016-rr-to-deliver-ship-design-and-equipment-to-hurtigruten.aspx](http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/18-07-2016-rr-to-deliver-ship-design-and-equipment-to-hurtigruten.aspx) As will the new Polar Research ship for British Antarctic Survey: [http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/pr-09-05-2016.aspx](http://www.rolls-royce.com/media/press-releases/yr-2016/pr-09-05-2016.aspx) No she will NOT be named Boaty McBoatface as proposed, but apparently the remotely operated subsea vehicle on board will be: [[http://www.ship-technology.com/projects/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel2.html[/QUOTE]](http://www.ship-technology.com/projects/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel/rrs-sir-david-attenborough-polar-research-vessel2.html%5B/QUOTE%5D) somewhat related, here’s a good recent read on the (potential) increase of cruise ships inthe high north: [http://www.macleans.ca/economy/the-one-per-cent-are-coming-to-canadas-arctic/](http://www.macleans.ca/economy/the-one-per-cent-are-coming-to-canadas-arctic/) ---
**Author:** ![Lee\_Shore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Lee\_Shore](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Lee_Shore)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 10:38am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/35 "2016-07-20T10:38:13Z")
[QUOTE=ombugge;187518]There will always be other opportunity to turn, or hi-jack a thread.[/QUOTE] I object to the term hi-jack. It was merely the conclusion of some previously started playful banter. ---
**Author:** ![ombugge](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/ombugge/32/11217_2.png) [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/36 "2016-07-20T11:34:48Z")
> [@Drill Bill;187527](#): > > somewhat related, here’s a good recent read on the (potential) increase of cruise ships inthe high north: [The one per cent are coming to Canada’s Arctic](http://www.macleans.ca/economy/the-one-per-cent-are-coming-to-canadas-arctic/) Not in the Arctic and no ice, at least in the summer, but a village with a permanent population of abt. 250. Geiranger,Norway will be visited by 187 Cruise ships in 2016: [Cruise Calls - Geirangerfjord Cruise Port](http://www.stranda-hamnevesen.no/cruise-calls) In addition, thousands arriving by road, pleasure crafts, bike and some even by foot. Here is 6 ships in port simultaneously: ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/e/0/e0bf07a94d0ef9c068f9f87644a2f036f2ffb517.jpeg) I don’t think this is a record, or even unusual. (One is the daily Hurtigruten that only drop off, or pick up pax and doesn’t even drop anchor) OK, they are used to it here, but it is not without problems. Traffic jams on narrow roads and pollution is among them. Here is a single ship doing it’s bit for the environment: ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/uploads/gcaptain_maritime_forum/original/3X/a/8/a895eaee32b0f11ba8b096930ee3a4c4c8b520d4.jpeg) This village have to make their living during a short season, but what is their alternative? Let us hope that NWT Canada will NEVER be like this. ---
**Author:** ![Emrobu](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/emrobu/32/6696_2.png) [@Emrobu](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Emrobu)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 12:01pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/37 "2016-07-20T12:01:48Z")
[QUOTE=ombugge;187532]Not in the Arctic and no ice, at least in the summer, but a village with a permanent population of abt. 250. Geiranger,Norway will be visited by 187 Cruise ships in 2016: [http://www.stranda-hamnevesen.no/cruise-calls](http://www.stranda-hamnevesen.no/cruise-calls) In addition, thousands arriving by road, pleasure crafts, bike and some even by foot. This village have to make their living during a short season, but what is their alternative? Let us hope that NWT Canada will NEVER be like this.[/QUOTE] I arrived to Geiranger by foot once. I found a little girl who’d gotten off a cruise with her parents and gave her the reindeer horn that I’d been carrying around with me for weeks. She had a museum, you understand. So what’s wrong if the Canadian North becomes a cruise destination? Those folks need livelyhood, up there. The social-economic issues are profound. A little trade might be a good thing. Trouble is, we’re short on deep water ports. ---
**Author:** ![DamnYankee](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/damnyankee/32/514_2.png) [@DamnYankee](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DamnYankee)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 12:52pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/38 "2016-07-20T12:52:44Z")
[QUOTE=Emrobu;187538]I arrived to Geiranger by foot once. I found a little girl who’d gotten off a cruise with her parents and gave her the reindeer horn that I’d been carrying around with me for weeks. She had a museum, you understand. [/QUOTE] Gave her the 'ol reindeer horn eh? Niiiiccce! ---
**Author:** ![Emrobu](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/forum.gcaptain.com/emrobu/32/6696_2.png) [@Emrobu](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Emrobu)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 3:29pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/39 "2016-07-20T15:29:34Z")
[QUOTE=DamnYankee;187541]Gave her the 'ol reindeer horn eh? Niiiiccce![/QUOTE] I uh. Hum. More of an antler, really. :rolleyes: ---
**Author:** ![Lee\_Shore](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Lee\_Shore](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Lee_Shore)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2016, 5:24pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435/40 "2016-07-20T17:24:38Z")
Nova Scotia is trying to attract tourism. When I was at Peggy’s Cove 50 years ago, it was a mystical experience. When I went back last summer, there was a huge parking lot and I was caught in a vortex of tour buses disgorging tourists into a multi-leveled gift shop hawking crap made in China. [Previous page](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/oilfield-jobs-coming-back/16435.md?page=3)