Seadrill files for bankruptcy protection for its Asian units


Deepwater drilling contractor Seadrill Ltd has filed for bankruptcy protection for its Asian units.Sapura Energy Bhd has been in a joint venture with Seadrill in Asia.

PETALING JAYA: Deepwater drilling contractor Seadrill Ltd has filed for bankruptcy protection for its Asian units following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the global economy.

In a statement, Seadrill said Chapter 11 cases had been filed in the Southern District of Texas in respect of its wholly-owned subsidiaries Seadrill GCC Operations Ltd, Asia Offshore Drilling Ltd, Asia Offshore Rig 1 Ltd, Asia Offshore Rig 2 Ltd and Asia Offshore Rig 3 Ltd.

Play, subscribe and stand a chance to win prizes worth over RM39,000! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Sapura , Seadrill , bankruptcy , joint venture.

Next In Business News

Asian airlines trim flights as fuel supplies tighten
Bursa Malaysia lower at midday as Middle East negotiations stall
World Bank raises Malaysia's 2026 growth forecast to 4.4% on strong domestic demand
ACE Market hopeful Inspace Creation in underwriting deal with TA Securities
Asian stocks in sober mood as oil rises on Middle East truce doubts
Amanah Hartanah Bumiputera declares 2.5 sen interim income distribution
High jet fuel prices likely to spark structural shakeout in airline industry - aviation experts
Ringgit holds firm at 3.97 vs US$, stronger against major currencies
Bursa backs down as Middle East ceasefire deal in peril
Trading ideas: Inta Bina, Infoline, LSH, PMW, EPB, MNC, Talam, Focus, Kenyalang, Mayu, Perak, Golden, Eckem, MM Computer

Others Also Read