Singapore, August 2, 2011: signed two turnkey contracts worth a total of US$444 million to build another two jackup rigs for a subsidiary of Noble Corporation which had chosen to exercise the two rig options ahead of its original ex were granted in December 2010, Noble has also secured options for another two similar jackup rigs based on the same terms and conditions.
Scheduled for delivery in the third new turnkey units will be built based on the same design and specifications as four earlier Friede & Goldman JU3000N units ordered by Noble. for operations in challenging environments and harsh condi temperature areas such as the Middle East and in the North Sea.
The brainchild of Jurong Shipyard, Noble and Friede & Goldman, the Friede & Goldman JU3000N design jackup rigs will have an enlarged hull for more operational benefits
including ergonomic and efficient accommodation layout, increased deck space and
strategic placement of equipment for enhanced efficiency and safety during
operations. On completion, these new rigs will be capable of operating in waters of 400
feet and drilling to depths of 30,000 feet.
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