CGX Resources Inc, the operator and joint venture partner with Frontera Energy Guyana Corp, has exercised an option to drill another exploration well offshore Guyana.
The work is expected to begin in the first half of 2022 as a direct continuation of the contract for the semi-submersible rig Maersk Discoverer with Shell Trinidad. With this option called, Maersk Discoverer is completely booked for the remainder of 2021 and part of 2022.
Maersk Discoverer is a DSS-21 column-stabilised dynamically positioned semi-submersible drilling rig capable of operating in water depths of up to 10,00ft. It is now working for CGX Resources Inc, offshore Guyana.