Crew Reviews, Ratings & Info for Noble-Voyager

Maersk Drilling has successfully secured a contract extension for its drillship, Maersk Voyager, a vessel built in 2014. This follows an agreement with Kosmos Energy for the drilling of the S-5 exploration well in Equatorial Guinea. The contract, recently novated from Noble Energy, was finalized following the exercise of a one-well option on the current agreement concerning the rig. This development reinforces Maersk Drilling's strategic presence in the region and highlights the growing demand for offshore drilling services.

MAERSK VOYAGER marks the latest addition to Maersk Drilling’s impressive lineup of cutting-edge ultradeepwater sixth-generation drillships. Currently engaged in operations for Eni at the Offshore Cape Three Points block off the coast of Ghana, this state-of-the-art vessel stands as a testament to decades of innovation and engineering prowess in the exploration and production (E&P) sector. The origins of deepwater drilling can be traced back to the late 1950s with the converted CUSS I, developed by Global Marine, which initially ventured into the Gulf of Mexico. Fast forward to today, and the MAERSK VOYAGER showcases remarkable advancements that differentiate it significantly from its predecessors. Designed based on the Samsung 96K specifications, MAERSK VOYAGER boasts impressive dimensions, measuring 228 meters (748 feet) in length and 42 meters (138 feet) in width, nearly tripling the size of earlier vessels. Its capabilities are further enhanced by the ability to drill in water depths of up to 3,600 meters (12,000 feet) and reach well depths of 12,000 meters (40,000 feet). An epitome of modern offshore technology, it serves as a robust platform for tapping into the world's most challenging oil reserves, defining the future of deepwater drilling. With MAERSK VOYAGER at the forefront, Maersk Drilling continues to push the boundaries of what is achievable in offshore exploration.

Maersk Drilling has secured a significant contract with eni Ghana Exploration and Production Ltd., a subsidiary of eni, for the deployment of its state-of-the-art drillship, MAERSK VOYAGER. This firm contract, spanning 3.5 years with an additional option for a one-year extension, is poised to generate an estimated revenue of USD 545 million, encompassing mobilization fees and escalations. The MAERSK VOYAGER is set to operate on the Offshore Cape Three Points (OCTP) Project located off the coast of Ghana, with operations slated to commence in July 2015. Claus V. Hemmingsen, CEO of Maersk Drilling and member of the Executive Board of the Maersk Group, expressed enthusiasm about this new venture, stating, "We are very pleased to be chosen by eni and its partners Vitol and GNPC for this project offshore Ghana. We look forward to collaborating with the OCTP Joint Venture over the next 3.5 years. West Africa has been a strategic focus area for Maersk Drilling since our deepwater expansion initiative, and this contract enhances our presence in the promising deepwater market of West Africa." The MAERSK VOYAGER is the latest addition to Maersk Drilling's fleet, marking the completion of a series of four ultra-deepwater drillships. This advanced rig was delivered on February 6, 2015, from Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) shipyard in Geoje-Si, South Korea. Collectively, the four drillships represent a substantial investment of USD 2.6 billion, underscoring Maersk Drilling's commitment to expanding its capabilities in the deepwater sector.