251844 Awilco_aars_eng.ps - COSL Drilling Europe AS
251844 Awilco_aars_eng.ps - COSL Drilling Europe AS
251844 Awilco_aars_eng.ps - COSL Drilling Europe AS
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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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