The Maersk Discoverer is a DSS-21 columnstabilised dynamically positioned semisubmersible drilling rig, able to operate in water depths up to 10,000ft.
Main Specs
ModelDSS21-DPS2 Semi-Submersible
TypeSelf-Propelled A1 Column Stabilized Drilling Unit
Maximum drilling depth32800ft/10000m
Maximum water depth9840ft/3000 m
Minimum water depth1640ft/500 m
Max Hook Load2000k/lbs /907 Tons
BOP18¾” 15,000 psi BOP system
Handling systemDual pipe handling system with off line stand building capabilities
Deck crane1 x 65 t rated Favelle Favco deck crane
Knuckle boom crane1 x 165 t NOV Active Heave Compensated KBC
Pipe handling crane1 x 3.5 t Pipe Handling Knuckle Boom Cranes
Mud pumps4 x Wirth 14-P-2200, 7500psi HP single-acting triplex pumps
Top DriveHPS 1000 rated for 7,500 psi and 2,300 hp
Rig Brochure
For more information, download the Maersk Discoverer rig brochure
Country: Egypt
Customer: BP
Availability: August 2019
Experience
| Year | Country | Job Type | Client |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Australia | Exploration, Workover | Woodside |
| 2013 | Egypt | Exploration, Completion, Development | BP |
Read about Discoverer's experience
Discoverer: Shallow Water DP Record–Record-breaking 285m FS-2 well
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