Keppel ready to deliver ultra deepwater rig to Saipem

Keppel FELS Ltd has completed and is on schedule to deliver an ultra-deepwater semi-submersible drilling rig to Saipem S.P.A.

A significant part of Keppel FELS' workscope on semi-submersible drilling rig, Scarabeo 9, involved the completion and commissioning of marine and drilling systems onboard.

"With Keppel's proven track record, we were confident of receiving a rig of the highest quality delivered on time and in a safe manner.

"This sixth generation rig will be an important addition to our fleet as we expand our foothold to become one of the best balanced turnkey operators in the offshore and marine industry," said Saipem Chief Executive Officer Pietro Franco Tali at a naming ceremony for the rig here today.

The semi-submersible rig is equipped with a dynamic positioning system and is capable of operating in water depths of up to 3,600 meters.

Meanwhile, Keppel Offshore & Marine Chief Executive Officer Tong Chong Heong said:"In completing this complex rig, we leveraged our in-house engineering expertise, proven project management and execution capabilities to ensure quick turnaround time in providing value added solutions.

"We thank Saipem for their trust in us and are glad to be able to demonstrate our capabilities with this safe and on time delivery.

Keppel's current projects for Saipem include the completion of a pipe laying vessel, Castorone, which is being jointly undertaken by Keppel Shipyard and Keppel Singmarine.

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