Project Profile

Rig Type: Semisubmersible
Design: Moss Maritime Moss CS60E
Water Depth: 10,000 ft
Drilling depth: 35,000 ft
Length: 123 m
Width: 78 m
Value: US$700 million
Start-up date: 2016

Operator: Diamond Offshore Drilling Limited

Contractors:

BP: BP entered into a contract with Diamond for Diamond\'s harsh environment ultra-deepwater semi, the Ocean GreatWhite, and had intended to use the rig on the Great Australian Bight campaign. BP has confirmed that its decision will not impact Diamond\'s rig contract. BP and Diamond are exploring alternative locations for the Ocean GreatWhite. (2016)

Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd: Main EPC contract