ADNOC Drilling has been awarded a major offshore jack-up rig contract valued at $1.15 billion by ADNOC Offshore, reinforcing its leadership in offshore drilling operations. The 15-year agreement covers two of ADNOC Drilling’s most advanced jack-up rigs and will support ADNOC’s strategic offshore production expansion through 2040 and beyond.
Contract Overview & Strategic Value
The long-term contract strengthens ADNOC Drilling’s recurring revenue base and underlines investor confidence in its performance, efficiency, and technological integration. The deal follows existing frameworks and will generate accretive rates, ensuring sustainable shareholder returns.
“This new contract is a clear vote of confidence in ADNOC Drilling’s technical leadership and long-term value creation,” said Abdulrahman Abdulla Al Seiari, CEO of ADNOC Drilling. “By integrating AI, automation, and digital capabilities, these rigs will deliver superior efficiency and performance.”
Technological Leadership & Innovation
The rigs, prepared at Lamprell’s Sharjah shipyard, are the latest in jack-up drilling technology. They will feature real-time data analytics, AI integration, and advanced digital systems, further boosting ADNOC Drilling’s commitment to innovation, safety, and uptime across its 47-rig offshore fleet—one of the largest globally.
Supporting UAE’s Energy Ambitions
According to Tayba Abdul Rahim Al Hashemi, CEO of ADNOC Offshore, this contract is part of over $3.6 billion in recent awards to ADNOC Drilling. These investments are designed to fast-track ADNOC’s production growth while ensuring sustainable energy delivery in line with the UAE’s long-term strategy.
Revenue Visibility & Shareholder Returns
Operations are expected to begin by the end of Q2 2025, with revenue recognized in the second half of 2025. The multi-year contract provides stable, predictable earnings and de-risks ADNOC Drilling’s 2025 and mid-term guidance.
Driving In-Country Value
This project also reinforces ADNOC Drilling’s In-Country Value (ICV) commitment by fostering UAE-based innovation, local partnerships, and economic diversification.