Gullfaks to Hebron part 3/8: This video explores the construction of two massive concrete offshore platforms in Norway, Gullfaks C and Troll A. The platforms were designed to be kept stable and anchored to the sea floor using concrete...

Walls of Venice part 4/8: This video provides a rare glimpse into the underwater bunkers that house the mobile barriers of the MOSE system in Venice. It showcases the intricate hydraulic and electric systems that are crucial to the...

Three aircraft carriers from the U.S. and U.K. combined with a helicopter carrier from Japan to conduct exercises north of Taiwan in the same weekend that China made a record number of incursions into Taiwan’s air defense zone.

Beijing is using thousands of fishing boats to push its neighbors out of contested waters, and these are causing an environmental disaster.

Contrary to popular belief, not all pirates hobbled on peg-legs with talking parrots perched on their shoulders, patches covering their eyes, and broad West Country accents sharpening their vowels. One of the most important, fascinating,...

As climate change continues to impact the Arctic, countries are planning to use the Northwest Passage as a shortcut shipping route.

Scott Hebert is a teacher in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada. He is a Top Fifty Finalist for the Global Teacher Prize.Scott began his career immediately out of university as an elementary Physical Education specialist for a school in...

Reuters reports that the United States and Britain held their first joint drills in the South China Sea since Beijing built island bases in the disputed waters.

Gullfaks to Hebron part 1/8: This video showcases Kvaerner, a Norwegian company famous for building massive concrete structures like oil platforms. Despite harsh environments and challenging weather conditions, Kvaerner's gravity-based...

A joint naval exercise between China and Russia has completed a near full circle of Japan, reinforcing tensions in the region.

Gullfaks to Hebron part 7/8: This video explores the construction of the Hebron and Ben Nevis oil platform in Canada, showcasing the use of high-performance concrete and massive steel structures. The platform's construction and transport...

Ariane 5 part 5/8: This video provides a detailed explanation of the complex workings of the cryogenic engine used on the Ariane rocket. It highlights the importance of the turbopumps in injecting the liquid oxygen and hydrogen into the...

This video captures a day trip to Butrint National Park in Albania, showcasing the ancient ruins, local culture, conservation efforts to save the Egyptian vulture, and the strong sense of community among the people. It highlights the...

Despite the pandemic, China has this year increased its campaign of using its ships to claim most of the South China Sea as its own territory, including a shoal only 140 kilometers from Malaysia. <br/>

San Francisco is famous for many things – but what you probably don’t know is that much of the city is made from ships that sank or were repurposed during the Gold Rush.

Ships That Carry Ships part 4/8: The video is about OHT Offshore Heavy Transport, a Norwegian company that specializes in hiring out ships to transport heavy loads. The video showcases one of their semi-submersible ships, the Hawk, which...

Ariane 5 part 8/8: This video provides an overview of the redesigned Lemoore plant and the upcoming launch of the Ariane 6 rocket. It discusses the importance of the European navigation system, Galileo, and the need for more versatility...

Chernobyl part 6/7: This video discusses the construction of the new safe confinement structure over the Chernobyl sarcophagus, which contains the remains of reactor #4 at the Chernobyl power station. The structure is equipped with...

Why was the bridge needed? What challenges occured at the start of its construction? Why was this bridge special to Brunel?

How many ships were sent and what were they carrying? What is challenging about the St. Lawrence river? What did James Cook do that was significant? How is a sounding line used?<br/>
The Battle For North America, Part 3

As the Wuhan virus continues to spread at an alarming rate, it is starting to impact cruise ships, airlines and other international companies. <br/>

Mighty Sea Crane part 4/8: This video describes the assembly and testing process of the Oleg Strashnov, the largest monohull crane ship in the world. It highlights the precision and expertise required to construct and integrate the...

Walls of Venice part 6/8: This video showcases the construction and operation of a specialized gantry crane used for laying barriers. The crane is equipped with strand jacks, hydraulic cylinders with steel cables, that allow for precise...

Chernobyl part 5/7: This video discusses the construction of the new containment structure at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.