Valaris Limited, a company specialized in offshore offshore drilling servicesannounced the award of an offshore contract valued at $135 million for its VALARIS DS-15 drilling unit. This contract calls for the drilling of five deepwater wells offshore West Africa, with an expected duration of 250 days.
An offshore contract that includes technological improvements
Under the terms of the agreement, it includes payments for modernization and mobilization of the rig, which will be equipped with an upgraded pressure controlled drilling (MPD) system. This upgrade positions the DS-15 as a seventh-generation unit, suitable for drilling operations. complex drilling operations in demanding complex drilling operations in demanding environments.
In addition to the base contract, priced options have been established to drill up to five additional wells, which could extend the operating period by an additional 80 to 100 days. This optional component reinforces the client’s interest in a more extensive collaboration.
Technology, security and expansion
Valaris CEO Anton Dibowitz noted that the agreement reflects the growing demand for advanced drilling solutions and underscores the company’s strategic position in the African market. The firm has a well-established track record in major offshore basins. offshore basinsand this new operation consolidates its presence in a key region for the energy industry.
This award is indicative of the role that Valaris continues to play as a provider of offshore drilling technologies, maintaining offshore drilling technologies, maintaining exacting standards in safety, performance and sustainability in each of its projects.
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