Dolphin Drilling is proud to announce that the Blackford Dolphin has officially begun its long-term exploration drilling contract with Oil India Limited. This milestone follows the rig’s smooth arrival in Indian waters in October and successful completion of customs clearance and client acceptance procedures.
Bjørnar Iversen, CEO of Dolphin Drilling, expressed his enthusiasm for the development: “We are excited to announce the start of Blackford Dolphin’s operations in India. This contract not only signifies our return to the Indian market but also demonstrates our ability to secure long-term, profitable contracts in key growth markets.” The collaboration highlights Dolphin Drilling’s commitment to expanding its operations in regions with significant growth potential and strengthening its footprint in the international drilling landscape.
A special thanks go out to both the onshore and offshore teams for their dedicated efforts in facilitating the rig’s seamless transition and preparing it for this significant undertaking. This contract launch sets the stage for a promising partnership with Oil India and reinforces Dolphin Drilling’s reputation for excellence in offshore operations.
