Fossil Energy – Drilling Permit
The Norwegian Offshore Directorate (NOD) has granted Aker BP a drilling permit for a wildcat well in the Norwegian Sea.
The permit is for wellbore 6405/7-4 in production license 1005, which is operated by Aker BP with 40% working interest, Vår Energi with 40% stake, and Norske Shell with 20%.
The drilling operation will be conducted with Saipem’s Scarabeo 8 semi-submersible drilling rig, designed for harsh environments and capable of operating both in deep water with a dynamic positioning system and in shallow water with a dedicated mooring system.
