Saipem awarded offshore drilling contract worth approximately $260 million
Type: Development · Technology: Oil Gas · Country: Côte d’Ivoire · Value: $260M · Announced: 2026-07-22
Saipem has secured a new offshore drilling contract valued at approximately $260 million from Eni Côte d’Ivoire Limited. The drillship Santorini will be deployed offshore Côte d’Ivoire for a long-term development drilling campaign, with operations scheduled to commence in early 2027. The project includes a firm commitment for an extended drilling program, with potential deployment in neighboring countries and additional optional periods, enhancing the unit's long-term utilization visibility. This award underscores Saipem's competitive position in offshore drilling and its capability to deploy high-specification assets for exploration, appraisal, and development activities.
Counterparties
- Saipem (Developer)
- Eni (Parent Company)
- Eni Côte d’Ivoire Limited (Client)
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