Jurong Shipyard chooses Aker Solutions for drilling equipment

June 19, 2008
Jurong Shipyard Pte. Ltd in Singapore has awarded Aker Solutions a $209 million contract for delivery of a complete drilling system for an ultra deepwater semisubmersible drilling platform.

Offshore staff

SINGAPORE -- Jurong Shipyard Pte. Ltd in Singapore has awarded Aker Solutions a $209 million contract for delivery of a complete drilling system for an ultra deepwater semisubmersible drilling platform.

The scope of work includes delivery of a complete drilling package consisting of engineering, drilling equipment, subsea equipment, and commissioning services.

The ultra deepwater drilling rig is scheduled for delivery in 4Q 2011.

The contract party is Aker Solutions' subsidiary Aker MH based in Kristiansand, Norway.

06/19/2008