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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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