Billionth Barrel Monument

The Billionth Barrel Monument is a monument located in Seria, Brunei.^[1]

History

The monument was built in 1991. It was commemorated by Hassanal Bolkiah on 18 July 1991.^[2] The monument commemorates the production of the billionth barrel of oil produced in the onshore oil field in Seria.

Location

The monument is located near the S-1, the first well discovered in Seria Oil Field. The well was discovered by Brunei Shell Petroluem in 1929.^[2] The monument is located 38 meters from S-1, which is now located on the beach. The only marker that remains of S-1 is a corroded steel bar.

Architecture

The monument was designed by a local architect.

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