 |
License to Drill - Feb 8, 2007
A look at the very active licensing
rounds in the UK and Norway
and how they could lead to
growth in North Sea drilling.
|
 |
Mess in the Med - Feb 1, 2007
This week's offshore rig review looks at the escalating tensions between Turkey and Cyprus coming on the heels of Cyprus' efforts to promote oil ang exploration in its southern waters.
|
 |
US vs UK - Jan 25, 2007
This week's offshore rig review compares the recent US tax law changes passed by the House of Representatives with previous UK tax
changes to examine potential effects on offshore drilling.
|
 |
Washington Wishes - Jan 18, 2007
A look at the new energy legislation passed by the
US House, what it means for offshore activity, and how it will affect GOM leases.
|
 |
West Africa Wellness - Jan 11, 2007
An examination of recent milestones in West African production and offshore rig activity, taking a close look at the rising levels of rig utilization and day rates.
|
 |
It Was a Very Good Year - Dec 21, 2006
A look back at the changes and trends within and around the worldwide offshore rig fleet.
|
 |
Floating Rigs Locked In, Too - Dec 14, 2006
An examination of the amount of floating rig time that has already been contacted and locked in for the next three years, looking at which contractors are leading the way and how that compares with the past.
|
 |
Jackups Locked In - Dec 7, 2006
An examination of the amount of jackup rig time that has already been contacted and locked in for the next three years, looking at which contractors are leading the way.
|
 |
Measuring Contracts - Nov 30, 2006
A look at the continued growth
in average contract lengths for rigs around the world, comparing the contract lengths for the world's major regions and rig types.
|
 |
The Exodus Continues - Nov. 16, 2006
A look at the changes in the composition of the US GOM rig fleet as rigs continue to leave the area for other regions.
|
 |
Jackup Change Up - Nov. 9, 2006
This week's offshore rig review examines the changes in the composition of the jackup fleet, comparing the utilization and day rates of the major jackup subsegments, and the ramifications for the future.
|
 |
Caution Construction - Nov 2, 2006
An examination of the number of newbuild rigs that are already contracted for work, and how that will likely affect drilling contractors and future utilization over the next three years.
|
 |
Brazilian Breakthrough - Oct 26, 2006
A look at Brazil's burgeoning oil production, which is reaching new records, and its demand for deepwater rigs.
|
 |
All Around the World - Oct 19, 2006
An overview of the trends in rig utilization
for jackups and semisubmersibles
within each major region of the world.
|
 |
Nuclear Fall Out - Oct 12, 2006
An examination of the potential economic impacts that will likely affect the oil and gas industry after the successful testing of a North Korean nuclear device.
|
 |
Semisub Demand Drivers - Oct 5, 2006
A look at some of the key factors that drive semisubmersible utilization and takes a look at where that utilization has been and where it is likely to go.
|
 |
Day Rate Outlook - Semisubs - Sept 21, 2006
An examination of the past and future trends for semisub day rates, looking forward to bright future in the near term.
|
 |
Day Rate Outlook - Jackups - Sept 7, 2006
An examination of past and future
trends for jackup day rates,
pointing to a possible leveling
off in the near future.
|
 |
Start Me Up - Aug 31, 2006
A look at the trends in the number
of new contract starts over the
last several years, revealing a
decline in new contracts.
|
 |
Riding the Cycle - Aug 24, 2006
A historical and predictive guide to the current and future cycles of rig demand, forecasting the length of future demand cycles.
|
|
|
