HOUSTON, Sept. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Offshore, Ltd. (Oslo Bors: NOF.OL) ("the Company") today announced that the Joint Operating Company Vietgazprom, a joint venture between Petrovietnam and Gazprom, ("VGP") has given notice that the last two wells of their four-well program will not be drilled at this time. The second and final well under the current contract is expected to be completed by late September 2012. However, the Company and VGP are currently in discussion to formally suspend the contract to allow for the drilling of the two remaining wells during 2013, at rates, terms and conditions to be mutually agreed at the time of resumption of the suspended program.
Gary W. Casswell, Northern Offshore's president and CEO, said, "While we are disappointed with the news from VGP, we continue to have a strong relationship and look forward to continuing the drilling program for them next year. In the meantime, we are actively pursuing programs for the Energy Searcher in the region, and are optimistic about opportunities for the rig with improved market conditions and increasing dayrates."
About the Company
Northern Offshore, Ltd. is a Bermuda holding company which operates offshore oil and gas drilling units and one production vessel in various markets around the world, including the North Sea, the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia. The company's fleet consists of five drilling units (a drillship, a semisubmersible and three jackup drilling rigs) and one floating production facility. More information on Northern Offshore, Ltd. may be found by visiting the company's website at http://www.northernoffshorelimited.com.
This announcement contains statements that reflect the company's expectations or predictions of the future. These statements are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements may include statements regarding earnings guidance, capital allocation strategy, the impact of activity levels, business performance, and other market and industry conditions. The company's actual results could differ materially from those reflected in such forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements is contained from time to time in the company's regulatory filings. The company disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, including financial estimates, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
For further information, please contact:
Brian Hefty at (713) 739-7686, or via email at [email protected]
SOURCE Northern Offshore, Ltd.
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