The drillship Dorado, a 12,000-ft capable 7th-generation unit also known as West Dorado, is making its way from Singapore to Türkiye, with arrival expected in early December 2025. The vessel, completed in 2024, has spent recent months in Singapore following its acquisition by Türkiye’s state oil company, TPAO.

Earlier this year, TPAO purchased Draco and Dorado—both 12,000-ft rated 7th-generation drillships—from Eldorado Drilling. The Draco unit has already arrived in Türkiye, while Dorado is currently in transit and will join the fleet once it reaches the country. TPAO expects the Dorado to begin work in 2026.

With Dorado approaching Türkiye and Draco already in place, both vessels will be positioned domestically after the relocation phase concludes.