''GSP Prometeu'' is a jackup independent leg cantilever

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operated by GSP Drilling, a

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subsidiary, and currently contracted by

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for drilling in the

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n section of the

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. The drilling unit is registered in

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Description

''GSP Prometeu'' drilling rig was designed by Sonnat Offshore and was built by

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at the Galaţi Shipyard in 1982. The rig was completely reconstructed and refurbished in 2003 at a cost of US$35 million. The rig was owned and operated by

from 1982 to 2005 when the company sold its six offshore platforms (including

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, Orizont, Prometeu and

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) to

for US$100 million. ''GSP Prometeu'' has a length of , breadth of , draft of , height of and depth of . She has a maximum drilling depth of and she could operate at a water depth of . As a drilling rig, ''GSP Prometeu'' is equipped with advanced drilling equipment and has to meet strict levels of certification under international law. ''GSP Prometeu'' is able to maneuver with its own

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s (to counter drift and ocean currents), but for long-distance relocation it must be moved by specialist

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s. The rig is capable of withstanding severe sea conditions including waves and winds.

Operations

Currently the GSP Prometeu is operated by the

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company

which uses the drilling rig at its

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and

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prospects. The rig is set to drill for

in the Kaliakra 2 prospect.

References

External links

Official website
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