Photo Book about the Alexander L. Kielland Disaster

An important part of the documentation project has been collecting and preserving images related to the Alexander L. Kielland disaster. Some of these images are now published in the book The Rig Alexander L. Kielland Memorial Book.

The memorial book is primarily a photo book that provides insight into daily life on the rig before the disaster. It also contains information about everyone who was on the rig on the day of the disaster and how the survivors were rescued. This might not be a book one reads cover to cover, as there are some repetitions, but the intention is to ensure that everyone who was on the rig is mentioned. The information is sourced from interviews conducted after the disaster and accounts from the Memory Bank. At the back of the book, you’ll find links to archives where the interviews with survivors can be read in full.

Additionally, the book includes memorial pages with photos of those who perished, family photos of relatives and bereaved, as well as quotes that provide insight into the experiences and memories of those involved in the disaster.

The book is dedicated to Kian Reme, who for decades was the leading advocate and spokesperson for the bereaved families. Kian passed away in the summer of 2024.

The book is published digitally here: THE RIG 

Notice an error?

One challenge in this book project has been ensuring that all information, especially names, is accurate, as names are often spelled differently in various sources. If you, as a reader, notice any errors, we would greatly appreciate your feedback.