October 2014 was the last time we saw both the EDrill-1 and EDrill-2 alongside each other at COSCO Guangzhou yard. Fast track 5 years later in the last quarter of 2019, we welcome them at POE Marine yard in Singapore. Both rigs with their crew led by rig managers, Dave Sandall and Graeme Bain, faced challenges at start but with resolve, dedication and support, have achieved many firsts and commendable milestones that we can all be proud of.
During their short stay in Singapore, both rigs undergo planned preventive maintenance and re-certification in preparation for their new contracts in 2020. EDrill-1 will start on a new 4 year contract with PTTEP in Thailand and EDrill-2 will start on a new contract with Medco Energi in the Natuna Seas, Indonesia, with a startup date in March 2020.