Wedoany.com Report-Apr. 5, Ocean Oilfield Integrated Solutions has recently completed an offshore drilling assignment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), marking the successful conclusion of one of its jack-up rigs, the Aras Driller, in the waters of Abu Dhabi. The drilling campaign, part of the Aras Driller rig’s PIOL 2024-2025 offshore drilling program, focused on the drilling of appraisal and exploratory wells.

The company highlighted the rig’s exceptional performance, emphasizing the role of meticulous planning, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to safety and operational excellence. Ocean Oilfield Integrated Solutions expressed heartfelt gratitude to its clients, acknowledging the professionalism, dedication, and integrity of its crew, which were instrumental in ensuring a safe and efficient operation.

The Aras Driller, a 1979-built jack-up rig capable of accommodating 100 people, features a design optimized for drilling operations in challenging depths, with a maximum drilling depth of 20,000 feet (6.1 kilometers). Constructed by Marathon Letourneau in Vicksburg, Mississippi, the rig is built to operate in water depths of 280 feet (85.34 meters). Following its 2023 campaign with Kolin Kaylon JV in underground gas storage drilling, the Aras Driller departed from Turkey and, upon completion of its contract, began operations in the UAE, specifically at the UAQ gas field offshore Umm Al Quwain.

After finishing the plug and abandonment program at the UAQ gas field, the rig successfully completed its task, underscoring Ocean Oilfield Integrated Solutions’ commitment to excellence and reliability in the oil and gas industry. The company’s focus on safety and operational efficiency, combined with its dedication to its clients, has made it a trusted partner in the sector.