West Capella begins Nigeria operations

The ultra deepwater drillship West Capella has begun operations for Total in Nigeria.

Mar 19th, 2009

Offshore staff

HAMILTON, Bermuda -- The ultra deepwater drillship West Capella has begun operations for Total in Nigeria. The vessel is chartered to Total under a five-year contract.

03/19/2009

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