Transocean Ltd. (NYSE: RIG) (Transocean) today announced a 365-day contract extension for the Deepwater Asgard with an independent operator in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. 

Transocean Announces $195 Million Ultra-Deepwater Drillship Contract

The program is expected to commence in June 2024 in direct continuation of the rig’s current program and includes additional services. 

The total contract value of approximately $195 million includes a $10.9 million lump sum payment, which is not included in the estimated backlog of approximately $184 million.

Source: Transocean