Noble Corporation

06/12/2026

How will we shape the next chapter of drilling? Next week, Noble's Brian Woodward and Paulo Moritz will participate in the IADC World Drilling Conference, diving into the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. From novel contracting models, to AI, to immersive training, we're proud to join the conversation.
View the full program here: https://iadc.org/event/iadc-world-drilling-2026/

06/08/2026

On a recent visit to Bergen, leaders from Noble, Aker BP ASA, bp and Halliburton came together to mark the renaming of the Noble GreatWhite to the Noble Claus Bachmann and discuss the important work ahead on the rig. During the visit, the group also signed a collaboration agreement to reinforce shared objectives across the alliance.

The name change on this semisubmersible recognizes the years of service and contribution to our company from Claus Bachmann, Noble's VP of Operations in Europe. We're proud to continue our tradition of naming vessels after employees who have made a lasting impact through their work.

This gathering also enabled long‑standing partners - who have recently established a rig share alliance spanning the UK and Norwegian sectors - to step away from day‑to‑day activity, connect directly, and spend time visiting the rig.

First photo, pictured from left: Joey Kawaja, SVP, Operations, Noble; Karl Johnny Hersvik, CEO, Aker BP; Ann Davies, SVP, bp; and Shannon Slocum, EVP & COO, Halliburton.
Second photo: Claus Bachmann and the newly renamed rig.

06/08/2026

Noble has been awarded a three‑well drilling contract with bp for the Noble GreatWhite, offshore UK. The contract has an estimated duration of 150 to 210 days at a dayrate of $320,000 per day, plus a $5 million mobilization fee. The work is expected to commence in Q2 2027 and occur directly preceding Noble’s upcoming contract with Aker BP in Norway, supporting continuity of operations in the region.

“This contract represents expansion of our scope with a key client ahead of operations in Norway with Aker BP. We are equally proud to honor Claus Bachmann’s enduring impact on Noble by renaming the Noble GreatWhite to the Noble Claus Bachmann before operations commence. This recognition underscores a tenure defined by consistency, trust, and sustained performance,” said Blake Denton, Noble’s SVP of Marketing & Contracts.

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06/01/2026

A strong look at how Noble’s integrated drillship model is helping reshape offshore drilling performance...

In this Offshore article, Robert van Kuilenburg and Kelby Ladner from Noble highlight how specialization and continuous improvement across rigs are delivering measurable gains, including significantly reduced well delivery times.

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A Guyana case study shows how rig specialization, automation and targeted technologies are reducing well delivery times and improving offshore drilling performance.

05/29/2026

Next week, government regulators and industry leaders will gather in Houston to explore emerging offshore opportunities, evolving regulatory priorities, and innovative technologies shaping the future of the offshore industry. Noble's Habeib Al-Hashimi will join the conversations, focusing on AI for offshore operations.
View the full agenda and speakers here: https://web.cvent.com/event/710315c2-ea61-4dc1-9aa3-0012bba64ed7/summary

05/28/2026

A snake bite is usually bad news, right? Well in offshore drilling, this one is a step forward.

For years, changing lines meant relying on traditional wire mesh grips that could do the job, but when thousands of pounds of line are suspended high in the derrick, “most of the time” is not good enough.

That challenge led to SnakeBite, a new grip developed with Loadmaster ERE to give crews a more consistent, engineered connection during wire change-outs. The external case study says SnakeBite was created to eliminate the use of traditional cable snakes, is fully installable by rig crews, and is designed to reduce the potential for human error and dropped object incidents.

This solution is made in crimp-on and weld-on versions and in multiple sizes. SnakeBite is a practical solution developed with crews and partners to address a long-standing operational risk.

05/26/2026

How can the drilling industry collaborate to work toward the adoption of open, contractor-neutral, vendor-neutral, and standards-based interoperability? Next week, Noble will host the IADC DEC Q2 2026 Tech Forum with a goal of increasing shared understanding of the current state of data interoperability among industry peers, and our own subject matter experts will present on the deployment of HSE Advanced Analytics.
Learn more about the event here: https://iadc.org/event/iadc-dec-tech-forum-q2/

05/18/2026

On International Day for Women in Maritime, we recognize the growing range of opportunities offshore and the value that comes from broadening participation across the industry. Offshore operations depend on strong technical skills and teamwork, and those strengths only deepen when the talent pool is expanded. Creating pathways for more women to work offshore helps build a more resilient, adaptable workforce that benefits rig crews and long-term performance. The offshore drilling industry is at its best when it draws from diverse experience and perspectives to solve complex challenges safely and efficiently. At Noble, we see how inclusive access to offshore careers supports operational excellence and the future of our industry.

(Pictured with the Noble Voyager, L to R: Jessica Cernik, Marine Section Leader; Jessica Ryals, Offshore Installation Manager; Justyna Andruszkiewicz, Project Manager)

05/04/2026

With limited newbuilds on the horizon, extending rig life has become a strategic imperative for drilling contractors in the U.S. Gulf. In this Offshore Magazine article, Mark Daniel, Assistant Rig Manager, examines how Noble is approaching asset longevity through maintenance discipline, upgrades, and operating practices that support long-term performance.

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With limited newbuilds ahead, Gulf of Mexico drilling contractors are increasingly focused on extending the safe, productive life of existing rigs through disciplined maintenance...

04/30/2026

What will it take for frontier and offshore basins to turn CCS ambitions into a reality? An upcoming fireside chat featuring Zachary Bruton and other international experts next week at OTC explores this question. Attendees will hear candid insights on advancing CCS deployment, from innovative strategies and untapped geological potential to proven practices from established basins.

View the full program here: https://2026.otcnet.org/2026-technical-program