The Valaris 249 jack-up rig has completed a two-well workover and completion campaign for BP offshore Trinidad nearly 17 days ahead of schedule, according to Valaris.
The 2001-built rig secured a 100-day contract with BP last year. The assignment was scheduled to begin in the first quarter of 2026 in direct continuation of the rig’s previous programme with another operator.
Edward Cozier, Rig Manager, said the success of the Angelin campaign resulted from planning, communication and coordination among the parties involved.
The Valaris 249 is an LT Super Gorilla-design jack-up that can accommodate 120 people. It has a maximum drilling depth of 35,000 feet.
The rig is expected to spend 60 days out of service for planned maintenance during the third quarter of 2026. It is then scheduled to begin work for Shell in October 2026.
The contracted revenue backlog is around $66 million, based on an estimated duration of 365 days. The agreement also includes three priced options with an estimated duration of 50 days each.
