BP brings in Polar Pioneer for Norwegian Sea wildcat

May 11, 2012
Petroleum Safety Norway has authorized BP Norge to drill an exploration well in the Norwegian Sea.

Offshore staff

OSLO, Norway – Petroleum Safety Norway has authorized BP Norge to drill an exploration well in the Norwegian Sea.

The semisubmersiblePolar Pioneer will drill well 6507/3-9 on license PL212 E, targeting the Outer Snadd prospect in 364 m (1,194 ft) water depth. Drilling activity should last up to 60 days.

5/11/2012