Drilling rig available

[maui4marko]

Per our NGE neighbor who are half-owners of WDL:

DRILLING RIG

The drilling rig owned by Western Drilling Limited (WDL), a Company in which NGE holds a 50% interest with Maps Tuna Limited, is nearly complete.  During the quarter, the 74 man heliportable drilling camp arrived in PNG.  Work is underway to complete and test all remaining electrical and plumbing works and a robust Health, Safety and Environment System has been established.  The combined rig and camp will be ready for deployment shortly.

As part of ongoing discussions with third parties for leasing of the rig plus crew, WDL was invited to submit tenders to two operators during the quarter for upcoming drilling porgrams.

http://www.asx.com.au/asxpdf/20130130/pd...67br13.pdf

Any bets as to who the "two operators" are?  OSH & IOC immediately come to mind.  No worries about staffing a crew at least.

[petrengr1]

These people have more than one rig in PNG. They received another one in December 2011.

http://asx.com.au/asxpdf/20111202/pdf/42...sz3xl5.pdf

I think they drilled a couple of dry holes and the rig became available for lease. Maybe we can get one or the other to meet our commitments in PPL236 and PPL238. We could put Rig 2 at Tuna-1 and the leased rig at Wahoo-1.

[Getitrt2]

I know IOC has had an interest in doing that and been working toward it for a while. Having two available now is a definite positive, and hopefully we will get at least one.

[jft310]

Last CC , I think it was CV might have been Dave H that stated they were negotiating for a rig and crew. That would be a third rig and PRE has committed to a rig and crew for Ticeratops this year. Thats 4 rigs drilling fall 2013. As I stated several months ago on this board.

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DRILLING RIG

[jft310]

DRILLING RIG

been reporteed wahoo in Nov and T2-3 drilled in February

which rig where not known

[Justin94360]

http://www.thenational.com.pg/?q=node/58959

NGE eyes more revenue from Western Drilling

Source:

The National, Tuesday November 5th, 2013

 NEW Guinea Energy is set to get more revenue from its Western Drilling (WDL) joint venture, which has secured a contract for the use of its SL 7 heli rig and camp in Papua New Guinea.
WDL, an equal joint venture with Maps Tuna, had agreed terms for a single well that would see the rig deployed for about 150 days.
The contract included an option for a second well that could extend the contract by another 150 days.
Chief executive officer Grant Worner said: “In the current economic conditions, junior explorers are finding it difficult and expensive to access equity funding for their activities. 
“The dividends that NGE would receive from WDL from this contract will be a welcome source of additional revenue in 2014.
“We are delighted that deployment of the drilling rig would provide jobs for the people of PNG, while supporting the growth of the oil and gas industry within the country.”

[jft310]

If IOC has rented this rig then they would have two rigs available for PRL 15 delineation wells with Exxon. This firms up the PRL estimates quicker that way. Why do it?? It firms up cash flow for Interoil in a payment for NG in the PRL and also firms up capacity size for a Gulf LNG project. Of course Exxon could be a Strategic Exploratioin Partner in several PRL's as Tusker has suggested and one needs to think bigger. Down right exciting

[ArtM72]

Wouldn't you think we would have heard by now who rented this rig by now if it was IOC or "affiliate"? And if it is IOC just why would Worner have made a comment like that? Maybe you can ask why Worner would make such a comment anyway?

[maui4marko]

>> If IOC has rented this rig, then they may need a flight follower to coordinate the WDL rig crew...

Job description

Benefits

• Attractive Remuneration package including Incentive Scheme
• Field Site and Field leave allowance
• Self-Insured Medical Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Superannuation after 3 months of continuous service
• Staff transport provided for pick up and drop off

The Flight Follower will be responsible for high, safe and economic operations of helicopters and logistical movements for InterOil exploration sites within Papua New Guinea. You will be required to work out at the InterOil exploration site on a rotation of 4 weeks on and 4 weeks off, on a fly in, fly out basis. This role will be on a fixed term contract of 6 months and may be extended after the term expires contingent upon the projects continuity.

This is a vital role for monitoring helicopter, fixed wing, barge and boat movements from site to site.

You will also:

• Maintain frequent radio communication with helicopter operations and ground communications with all sections;
• Liaise with other flight followers in the other operational sites for requirements for helicopter and fixed wing uplift, weather update, crew movements;
•  Check passenger and freight manifest for loading of helicopter and fixed wing charter. Ensure load uplifts according to airline operators regulations in compliance with CAA rules. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, to coordinate the smooth operation of air, sea and ground movement of staff and equipment

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have attained Grade 12 certificate and completed DG course with current license will be desirable.

You must also have:

• An understanding of Hevi lift SOP, payload limitations and aircraft  operating limitations;
• Strong communication skills both oral and written;
• The ability to adjust to periodic changes in systems used in the aviation environment;
• 3 years relevant experience in the petroleum industry as a Flight follower or similar;
• Strong administration and analytical skills;
• The ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels and maintain confidentiality;
• Good Computer skills and well versed with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/9474510?trk=jobs_search_public_seo_page