I was interested in this story from The Star both as a diver and someone who works offshore. There are stories about whale sharks who circle platforms, giving the staff onboard a treat at seeing these rare, gentle creatures. One was dubbed the ‘Platform Supervisor’ for this habit of circling the asset, keeping an eye on it from every angle.
The Star 2009-01-04 Whale Shark
Wata - Malaysian Oil and Gas Engineer 