Reposition SURF and Rig Sourcing Ahead of India‑Asia Activity

” The rig’s automated walking capability allows it to move seamlessly between well locations without dismantling, while automation systems, such as automated pipe handling and AI-enabled monitoring, help minimize personnel exposure in complex operating environments

ADNOC Drilling enriches its rig fleet with the first AI-enabled walking island rig; Courtesy of ADNOC Drilling ADNOC Drilling has confirmed the delivery and acceptance of AD-300, the UAE player’s first AI-enabled, fully automated walking island rig, nearly three months ahead of schedule, enabling earlier revenue generation and accelerating the rollout of the six-rig next-generation program

Integrated data systems are deemed to provide real-time operational insights for performance optimization and predictive maintenance

Designed to deliver up to 150 million standard cubic feet per day (scfd) of gas, the project encompasses brownfield modifications, the installation of a new central gas facility (CGF) platform, and the drilling of up to 15 gas wells

Illustration; Source: Perenco Perenco has signed the GSPA for the Su Tu Trang Phase 2B project on Block 15-1 offshore Vietnam, which will supply more than 600 billion cubic feet (bcf) of gas over its life, supporting growing energy demand in Southeast Vietnam and contributing to the country’s energy security. Designed to deliver up to 150 million standard cubic feet per day (scfd) of gas, the project encompasses brownfield modifications, the installation of a new central gas facility (CGF) platform, and the dr

Illustration; Source: Perenco Perenco has signed the GSPA for the Su Tu Trang Phase 2B project on Block 15-1 offshore Vietnam, which will supply more than 600 billion cubic feet (bcf) of gas over its life, supporting growing energy demand in Southeast Vietnam and contributing to the country’s energy security

The UK-headquartered giant will receive a fixed fee for the first two years, followed by a service fee linked to a percentage share of revenue generated from net incremental hydrocarbon production

Under the agreement, BP has been appointed as the technical services provider (TSP-1) for ONGC’s Western Offshore Basin fields, with India’s government-owned firm retaining complete ownership and operational control of the assets

” BP will work closely with ONGC’s multidisciplinary teams to identify and implement focused interventions across reservoirs, wells, and production facilities, as the collaboration will seek to moderate natural production decline, improve hydrocarbon recovery and operational efficiency, and support sustained production growth. The UK-headquartered giant will receive a fixed fee for the first two years, followed by a service fee linked to a percentage share of revenue generated from net incremental hydrocarbon p

Captain Stephen Craig, ABL’s Group Director for Rig Operations, commented: “This period has set new benchmarks in terms of the number of rig moves executed, total distance covered, and overall operational delivery across both the India and Middle East regions. “This success reflects the dedication of our offshore teams, including our tow masters and marine warranty surveyors, supported by our geotechnical and structural engineers, onshore operations teams across multiple countries, and all supporting personnel

” In addition, the company has supported 75 rig moves within the ONGC fields on the west coast of India from September 2025 to May 2026 by acting as tow master and marine warranty surveyor throughout the campaign period. ABL was appointed by ONGC’s underwriters and their consultants to provide marine warranty services across the fleet of jack-ups and mobile offshore production units operating within Indian waters

Captain Stephen Craig, ABL’s Group Director for Rig Operations, commented: “This period has set new benchmarks in terms of the number of rig moves executed, total distance covered, and overall operational delivery across both the India and Middle East regions