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DealsJun 16, 2026, 05:06 PM

Transocean Secures $185M in Harsh Environment Semisubmersible Contracts

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Transocean Ltd. announced contract awards for two harsh environment semisubmersibles, totaling approximately $185 million in firm contract backlog. The Transocean Norge secured a five-well contract with Harbour Energy in Norway for an estimated 300 days, adding $149 million to backlog, starting Q1 2028. The Transocean Equinox was awarded a two-well contract with Santos in Australia for an estimated 90 days, contributing $36 million to backlog, commencing Q2 2027. Both contracts include additional one-well options.

Key Highlights

  • Transocean secured approximately $185 million in new firm contract backlog.
  • Transocean Norge awarded a five-well contract with Harbour Energy in Norway.
  • Norge contract is for an estimated 300 days, starting Q1 2028, adding $149 million.
  • Transocean Equinox awarded a two-well contract with Santos in Australia.
  • Equinox contract is for an estimated 90 days, starting Q2 2027, adding $36 million.
  • Both contracts include multiple one-well options.