Why is the Sevan Drilling rig important?

Success with the Sevan Driller is critical for two reasons. It is the first drilling rig built for Sevan Marine and its success will support confidence in the deepwater market due to the unique design of the unit; the company has earned its name developing signature round floaters for offshore oil production.

Is Sevan Marine launching a deepwater drilling rig?

FROM THE FULL PICTURE MAGAZINE -- Sevan Marine, the company known for developing characteristically round offshore floaters, is launching a deepwater drilling version of its design with two lengthy contracts in Brazil with Petrobras. A carefully selected team of experts will be on hand to ensure the rigs' success.

What happened to Sevan Drilling?

In 2011 Sevan Drilling was separated from Sevan Marine becoming an independent company. Sevan Drilling was established by Sevan Marine in 2006 for the purpose of building state-of-the-art, ultra deepwater drilling rigs based on the Sevan 650 design, commonly known as the bucket design.

What is Sevan Driller?

Sevan Driller is designed to include the most advanced drilling capabilities in the industry. It is also based on Sevan Marine's own patented technology that guarantees extraordinary stability and can easily withstand a force ten gale.

Is Sevan Brasil the same as Sevan Driller?

Sevan Brasil is of the same design as Sevan Driller. Sevan Brasil is contracted to Petrobras S.A. on a six year contract for drilling operations offshore Brazil. The Rig was accepted by Petrobras in July 2012 and spudded it‘s first well on August 31 in Santos basin at a water depth of 1800 m.

How much oil can a Sevan Driller hold?

The Sevan Driller is equipped with an internal storage capacity of up to 150,000 barrels of oil. All of the drilling modules are supported by the hull structure, which is double-sided, including a double bottom.