| Component | Purpose | Material Used | Specifications |
| Floating Hoses | Transfer oil between platforms and ships | Synthetic rubber, steel | Diameter: 6-24 inches |
| Floating Platforms | Extract and process oil/gas from seabed | Steel, concrete, specialized coatings | Size varies; can weigh thousands of tons |
| Ships | Transport oil/gas to shore | Steel, corrosion-resistant coatings | Various sizes; VLCCs can carry up to 2 million barrels of oil |
| Mooring Anchors | Secure platforms and ships in position | Steel | Weight: Several tons; designed to withstand high lateral forces |
| Mooring Chains | Connect platforms/ships to anchors | High-strength steel alloy | High tensile strength; corrosion-resistant coatings |
| Valves | Control flow of oil/gas in pipelines | Stainless steel, exotic alloys | Pressure and temperature ratings vary; ball valves, gate valves, etc. |
| Floating Equipment | Aid in spill response and containment | PVC, rubber, fabric | Booms, skimmers, inflatable devices used to control and clean up spills |
| Navigation Lights | Indicate platform/ship positions | LED lights, weather-resistant housing | Different colors and blinking patterns to convey specific information |
