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Maersk Interceptor

Ultra harsh environment jack-up
Built 2013

Rig brochure

The Maersk Interceptor ultra-harsh environment jack-up rig is a MSC CJ70-X150-MD, designed for year-round operation in the North Sea, based on the design of the Mærsk Innovator and the Mærsk Inspirer – the world’s largest and most advanced jack-up drilling rigs at the time.

Main Specs

ModelMSC CJ70-X150 MD

TypeHarsh environment, North Sea HP/HT jack up rig

Maximum drilling depth40,000ft

Maximum water depth492ft/150 m

Leg length678.5ft/206.8 m

Max Hook Load2000k/lbs 910 Tons

BOP18¾” 15,000 psi BOP system

Handling systemDual pipe handling system with off line stand building capabilities

Deck cranes3 x 100 t rated electro hydraulic deck cranes

Mud pumps4 x National 14-P-2200, 7500psi HP single-acting triplex pumps

Top DriveHPS-03 1000 rated for 7,500 psi and 2,300 hp

AccommodationSingle bed accommodation for 150 personnel

Current location

Country: Norway
Customer: Aker BP
Availability: January 2020

Experience

Year	Country	Job Type	Client
2014	Norway	Exploration and development	Det Norske
2015	Norway	Exploration, development	Aker BP
2017	Norway	Other	Spirit Energy
2017	Norway	Exploration, development	Aker BP
2018	Norway	Development	Spirit Energy
2018	Norway	TBC	Aker BP

Read about Interceptor's experience

Interceptor setting a Norwegian record by drilling more than a mile in one day

In just one day, Maersk Interceptor drilled more than a mile, exactly 1742 meters, setting a new Norwegian drilling record.

Want to know more?

Reach out to our specialised colleagues and hear more

Kenneth Fossoy

Senior Commercial Manager, North Sea

Michael Højberg Olsen

Drilling Solutions Manager

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