Noble Intrepid to drill Norwegian exploration well in 2027

Noble Corp secured a one-well contract with ORLEN for the ultra-harsh environment jackup rig Noble Intrepid to drill an exploration well on PL1135, offshore Norway. The contract is set to begin in Q3 2027 with an estimated duration of 40-60 days.

The 2014-built Noble Intrepid is a Gusto MSC CJ70 X150 MD jackup rig capable of accommodating 150 people, with a maximum water depth capability of 492 ft and a maximum drilling depth of 40,000 ft.