''GSP Atlas'' is a four-legged
jack-up rig,
cantilever type with self-elevating unit operated by
Grup Servicii Petroliere
Grup Servicii Petroliere (GSP Offshore) is a Romanian company providing offshore integrated services for Oil industry, oil and gas industry. The company, established in 2004, is a member of UPETROM Group.
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Description
''GSP Atlas'' drilling rig was designed by
Sonnat Offshore and was built in the
Galaţi Shipyard in 1987.
The rig was upgraded in 2007.
''GSP Atlas'' has a length of , breadth of , depth of and draft of , . It has a maximum drilling depth of and it can at a water depth of .
As a drilling rig, ''GSP Atlas'' is equipped with advanced drilling equipment and has to meet strict levels of certification under international law. ''GSP Atlas'' is able to maneuver with its own
engines (to counter
drift
Drift or Drifts may refer to:
Geography
* Drift or ford (crossing) of a river
* Drift, Kentucky, unincorporated community in the United States
* In Cornwall, England:
** Drift, Cornwall, village
** Drift Reservoir, associated with the village
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and ocean currents), but for long-distance relocation it must be moved by specialist
tugboats. The rig is capable of withstanding severe sea conditions, including waves of .
References
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1987 ships
Jack-up rigs
Ships built in Romania