Aker BP Announces Deals with Maersk, Odfjell, Halliburton‍

 Norwegian oil firm Aker BP ASA revealed on Tuesday:

• Entered into separate agreements with Maersk Drilling and Halliburton for jack-up drilling rigs, and with Odfjell Drilling and Halliburton for semi-submersible drilling rigs
• The framework agreements are five years firm with the option to extend for five years
• The intent is that the Drilling & Wells alliances will plan and execute sanctioned production and exploration drilling activities by using an integrated well delivery model
• Halliburton will provide Aker BP’s well construction activities performed from either a Jack-Up (Maersk) or Semi-submersible (Odfjell) drilling unit, provided the model is approved in the respective licenses
• Both alliances formed under "one for all, all for one" collaboration model where the partners align around common goals to drive continuous improvement and create greater value for all
• Aker BP is committed to increase the productivity, quality, flow- and time efficiency throughout the value chain. Strategic alliance relationships are an integral part of this strategy
• Says digital solutions are key to the deals, will help improve drilling efficiency, cut costs‍​