Seadrill secures drilling contracts in Indonesia, Malaysia, Angola, and US Gulf

Seadrill Limited has announced several new contract awards and extensions for its deepwater drillships across Indonesia, Malaysia, Angola, and the United States Gulf of Mexico.

In Indonesia, the West Carina has been awarded a contract with an undisclosed operator for an estimated 880 days, starting in the first half of 2027. The firm term is valued at approximately $420 million, including a mobilization fee.

In Malaysia, the West Capella has seen all remaining priced options exercised, extending its operations by 120 days and adding approximately $41 million in value. The vessel is now expected to remain engaged through February 2028.

In Angola, Seadrill’s joint venture with Sonangol, Sonadrill Holding Ltd, secured an extension for the Sonangol Libongos, committing the rig through January 2030. Additionally, in the U.S. Gulf, the Sevan Louisiana has been awarded a 25-day contract with Kosmos Energy, scheduled to begin in November 2026.