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Highly suitable for offshore Vietnam’s harsh environment, the KFELS SSDT 3600E features an 8-point mooring system, which allows the rig to maintain its position amidst currents of up to 6 knots. The KFELS SSDT 3600E was conferred the Shell Rig Award in 2004 and 2006. In 2009, the design was recognised by the Institution of Engineers Singapore for its eco-friendly features, which have contributed significantly to sustainable operations, as well as the safety and well-being of rig crew. With a proven track record, this versatile design has gained momentum in the international market for its resilience and suitability for operations in a variety of challenging environments across the world. Keppel FELS has delivered five such units since 1994, all of which have been deployed in both shallow and deep waters off Southeast Asia and West Africa. Keppel FELS has been involved in the Vietnamese offshore market for about 25 years. During this time, it has completed several milestone projects including the Hoang Sa, a 1,200-tonne floating crane in 1984 and Vietnam’s first jackup rig, the Tam Dao I for VSP in 1988. Prior to the new tender assist rig, Keppel FELS was also engaged to build PV Drilling’s modern fleet of three KFELS B Class jackup rigs. The rigs have been delivered ahead of schedule and with outstanding safety records, the latest being PV Drilling III in November 2009. The Letter of Award is not expected to have any material impact on the net tangible assets or the earnings per share of Keppel Corporation Limited for the current financial year. About Keppel FELS Keppel FELS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Keppel Corporation, through Keppel O&M, a leader in offshore rigs, shiprepair and conversion and specialised shipbuilding. Keppel O&M's near market, near customer strategy is bolstered by a global network of 20 yards and offices in the Asia Pacific, Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, the Caspian Sea, Middle East and the North Sea regions. Integrating the experience and expertise of its yards worldwide, the group aims to be the provider of choice and partner for solutions for the offshore and marine industry. About PetroVietnam Drilling and Well Services Corporation The experiences of PV Drilling can be traced back to the establishment of PTSC Offshore Services, as a division of Petroleum Technical Services Company, in 1994. After more than a decade of development, PV Drilling has quickly expanded its portfolio of services to include drilling, manpower provision, well services, tubular inspection and other activities related to a drilling campaign. These services remain at the heart of the company and play an important role in the development of PV Drilling as a major service provider to the oil and gas industry in Vietnam. Keppel Corporation Limited, press release |
Keppel to build Vietnam’s first semi-submersible drilling tender