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accommodation platform

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noun

  1. a platform or semisubmersible rig specially built or adapted to act as living accommodation for offshore personnel in the oil industry

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On a stormy night in March 1980, 22 British men were among more than 120 killed when a floating accommodation platform capsized in the North Sea oil fields.

From BBC Mar. 26, 2024

The Alexander Kielland's accommodation platform capsized in 1980, off Norway, killing 123 men.

From BBC Nov. 22, 2023

Airbnb is to let its employees work from anywhere for as long as they like, the accommodation platform has said.

From BBC Apr. 29, 2022

“Camping remains a reliable way to go on a fun vacation without going over budget,” said Dan Yates, the found of Pitchup.com, an outdoor accommodation platform, where sites start at $10 a night.

From New York Times Apr. 20, 2022

Online accommodation platform Airbnb has said it will house 20,000 Afghan refugees at no charge to help them resettle across the world.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2021

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