Falklands : Statement Re. Ocean Guardian Drilling Rig
Submitted by Falkland Islands News Network (Juanita Brock) 22.10.2011 (Article Archived on 05.11.2011)
Rockhopper Exploration plc confirms that a loss of power occurred on the Ocean Guardian drilling rig on 16
Statement Re. Ocean Guardian Drilling Rig
Rockhopper Exploration plc confirms that a loss of power occurred on the Ocean Guardian drilling rig on 16
October 2011 whilst the rig was preparing to move to its next well location following the successful plugging and abandonment of well 14/10-8.
As a result of the loss of power on board, all non-essential personnel were down-manned, as a precautionary measure, by helicopter to Stanley. Power has now been re-established and appropriate checks are currently being undertaken prior to the expected re-manning of the rig and resumption of normal operations within approximately one week. Rockhopper remains in close communication with the Falkland Islands Government.
The incident has had no environmental impact and resulted in no injuries to personnel onboard.
A further announcement will be made on spudding of well 14/10-9.
Enquiries:
Rockhopper Exploration plc Sam Moody – Chief Executive Tel. +44 (0)20 7920 2340 (via M: Communications)
M: Communications Patrick d’Ancona or Ben Simons Tel. +44 (0)20 7920 2340
Canaccord Genuity Limited
Charles Berkeley / Henry Fitzgerald-O'Connor Tel. +44 (0) 20 7050 6500
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