Aramco, ADES Ink 10-Year Contract Renewal for Previously Suspended Jack-Up Rig

Monday, May 19, 2025

Saudi oil and gas drilling contractor ADES Holding has signed a contract renewal with Aramco for one of its previously suspended offshore jack-up.

The unit was among the suspended rigs that were previously operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The contract renewal is for a firm duration of 10 years, adding significant long-term revenue visibility and backlog sustainability, according to the company. The total backlog for the renewal is estimated at $429 million (SAR 1.61 billion).

The rig is currently fulfilling a contract commitment in Thailand, ADES noted.

“We are pleased to have secured this 10-year renewal for one of our rigs in Saudi Arabia, particularly as it represents the re-contracting of a unit that was suspended in the Kingdom and is currently operating in Thailand.

“This renewal reflects the strength of our long-standing relationship with our client in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is a testament to ADES’ proven operational excellence and commitment to safety. The contract adds substantial long-term backlog, enhancing revenue visibility and profitability, and further supporting the group’s sustainable growth strategy,” said Mohamed Farouk, CEO of ADES Holding.


Categories: Middle East Drilling Industry News Activity Oil and Gas

Related Stories

Dolphin Drilling Sells Blackford Dolphin Semi-Sub, Forges New Rig Partnership

Energy Drilling Lands $87M Drilling Job Offshore Malaysia

Ocean Oilfield Brings Noble Corporation's Jack-Up Rig Into Its Fleet

Current News

Türkiye Pushes For Further Hydrocarbon Exploration by Year’s End

Tanzania Eyes Gas Reserves Boost After Mnazi Bay Offshore Discovery

Equinor Clear to Drill Wildcat Well in North Sea

Seatrium, Karpowership Link Up on Floating Power and Digital Infrastructure

Subscribe for OE Digital E‑News