Topic
semisubmersible
Logistics Chinese Yard Huarun Dadong to Convert Semisub Rig into 600-Person Floating Accommodation Unit for Brazil
Shanghai-based Huarun Dadong Dockyard has secured a contract to convert the 2010-built semisub rig Sparta into a 600-person floating accommodation unit. The 14-month overhaul includes new accommodation modules, life extension, and deployment to Brazilian waters by Q3 2027. The project involves China Merchants Harbour Engineering and marks a major rig conversion in China.
Commodities Aker BP Extends Odfjell Drilling's Deepsea Nordkapp Rig Charter Through 2028
Oslo-listed Odfjell Drilling received signed confirmation from Aker BP to extend the firm contract period for the 2019-built Deepsea Nordkapp semisubmersible rig by one year, extending its backlog to end-2028. The operating rate for the extension will be set by end-2026 using two independent rig brokers, reflecting market rates. Aker BP retains further options beyond 2028.
Commodities Transocean Secures $185M in New Contracts for Norway and Australia Semisubmersibles
Transocean has secured contract awards for two harsh-environment semisubmersibles, adding approximately $185m in firm backlog. The Transocean Norge will drill five wells for Harbour Energy in Norway, while the Transocean Equinox will work for Santos in Australia, with dayrates ranging from $456,000 to $540,000.