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Borr Drilling Rigs Restart Across Middle East as 2026 Coverage Rises to 70%

The company cites energy security concerns driving faster awards.

Overview

  • Borr Drilling reported 2026 contract coverage of 70% at about $134,000 per day, with 78% in the first half and 62% in the second.
  • In the Middle East, Arabia III is back online in Saudi waters, and the Groa and Arabia II have notices to restart this month in Qatar and the UAE.
  • A fourth regional unit, Forseti, leased to a third party without crew, is being readied to resume work in Qatar.
  • In the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, the Odin slipped due to extra maintenance but is now slated to start its Cantium job in April.
  • In Southeast Asia, the Skald secured a binding award from an unnamed operator for a campaign expected to start in the second quarter and run about six months.