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ConocoPhilli<strong>ps</strong>. The assignment runs until July 2006 when it will<br />

commence the eleven month long Frigg Decommissioning Program for<br />

AkerKvaerner and Total.<br />

Markets and Prospects<br />

<strong>Drilling</strong> services<br />

The rig market has developed positively throughout the year and by year<br />

end most market segments were experiencing close to full utilization.<br />

<strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore sees a strong market during the coming years based on its<br />

view on the following:<br />

• Continued high energy prices<br />

• Increasing E&P spending by oil companies<br />

• Demand for jackup drilling rigs outstripping supply<br />

R/R-ratio at lowest levels ever seen<br />

Sustained high oil prices have contributed to an increased demand for<br />

drilling services, which have resulted in day rates for jack-up drilling units<br />

showing a very positive development.<br />

Correlation between oil price and drilling activity<br />

USD/bbl<br />

80<br />

70<br />

60<br />

50<br />

40<br />

Number of rigs<br />

5 000<br />

4 500<br />

4 000<br />

3 500<br />

3 000<br />

2 500<br />

160 %<br />

150 %<br />

140 %<br />

130 %<br />

120 %<br />

110 %<br />

100 %<br />

90 %<br />

80 %<br />

70 %<br />

60 %<br />

152 % 155 %<br />

128 %<br />

110 %<br />

123 %<br />

110 % 112 %<br />

102 %<br />

103 %<br />

95 %<br />

85 %<br />

76 %<br />

74 %<br />

1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006E<br />

30<br />

20<br />

10<br />

0<br />

2 000<br />

1 500<br />

1 000<br />

500<br />

0<br />

Organic reserve/Replacement ratio<br />

Source: Enskilda Securities / Oil Companies<br />

The early deliveries of <strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore’s uncommitted newbuildings<br />

make it well positioned to benefit from the continued strong market.<br />

jan-83 jan-85 jan-87 jan-89 jan-91 jan-93 jan-95 jan-97 jan-99 jan-01 jan-03 jan-05 jan-07 jan-09<br />

Oil price (Brent) Oil futures price (WTI) Baker Hughes World Wide Rig Count<br />

Source: Enskilda Securities / Oil Companies<br />

The positive market view is also reflected in the increase of newbuilding<br />

contracts entered into during 2005. As a result, most shipyards are operating<br />

at full capacity and realistic new rig deliveries are now well into 2009.<br />

In 2005, the industry saw the effects of multiple hurricanes making their<br />

paths through some of the most active offshore areas in the US Gulf of<br />

Mexico, resulting in a number of smaller and older units never returning<br />

to active duty. This incident has highlighted the need for replacing an<br />

aging worldwide jack-up fleet. It is our view that the industry’s focus on<br />

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) is a substantial argument in favor<br />

of increased demand for new high specification jack-up units.<br />

For the first time in several years, the market is experiencing close to full<br />

utilization. Some segments are experiencing a shortage of available units,<br />

resulting in the deferral of drilling programs. This situation is expected to<br />

affect the jackup drilling market positively going forward. <strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore<br />

believes it is well positioned to take part in the continued strong market.<br />

Due to the increased demand for jackup drilling services and increased<br />

focus on safety and efficiency, we expect all new jacku<strong>ps</strong> scheduled for<br />

delivery over the next years to be absorbed and find attractive employment<br />

in the market.<br />

Accommodation services<br />

The market for North Sea accommodation units improved considerably<br />

during the second half of 2005. The utilization factor for the existing fleet<br />

increased and rate levels improved. In early 2006, all North Sea units were<br />

fully employed.<br />

Port Reval is available from mid 2007, and <strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore is actively<br />

seeking new employment for the unit. <strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore expects market<br />

rates to remain at least at current levels. Hence, Port Reval should benefit<br />

from a strong North Sea market with limited supply and a historically<br />

high rate level. We also expect the current strong market will result in<br />

additional contract opportunities for Port Rigmar.<br />

HSE and Organization<br />

<strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore emphasizes in all its business areas to stay in the forefront<br />

of developments regarding safe and secure operations. The business<br />

operates in compliance with national and international requirements<br />

and guidelines. The operational management of the drilling and<br />

accommodation units achieves high quality standards through<br />

management agreements.<br />

The Chairman of the Board is Sigurd E. Thorvildsen, and the Managing<br />

Director is Henrik Fougner. The working environment and team spirit<br />

are considered to be good.There have been no work accidents, resulting<br />

in injuries to personnel, during the year 2005. The corporate management<br />

of <strong>Awilco</strong> Offshore is focused on preventing any discrimination<br />

due to gender or race in matters such as pay, promotion and recruitment.<br />

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