Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for the second quarter were $615 million, a slight decrease from $621 million in the prior quarter, primarily due to the completion of a contract for Valaris DS-12 without follow-on work [29] - Adjusted EBITDA increased to $201 million from $181 million in the prior quarter, driven by a favorable arbitration outcome that provided a total benefit of $24 million [30] - Adjusted free cash flow for the quarter was $63 million, with cash and cash equivalents at $516 million, contributing to total liquidity of nearly $900 million [31][32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company added over $1 billion in new contract backlog, increasing total backlog to approximately $4.7 billion, the highest in a decade [5][17] - For floaters, approximately $860 million was added to the backlog, while jackups contributed $145 million [17] - The jackup fleet maintained robust contract coverage, with over 70% of available days contracted for 2026 and 60% for 2027 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The offshore drilling market shows strong long-term fundamentals, with a healthy pipeline of more than 30 floater opportunities planned for 2026 or 2027 [10][20] - Global jackup utilization remained resilient at 90%, driven by national oil companies prioritizing energy security [11][25] - The majority of deepwater spending expected to be sanctioned in the next three years is tied to programs with breakeven prices below $50 per barrel, compared to a five-year forward price above $65 per barrel [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on delivering operational excellence, executing a commercial strategy, and maintaining disciplined cost and fleet management to drive long-term shareholder value [4][12] - The strategy includes securing long-term contracts for high-specification assets and exploring short-term gap-fill opportunities [13][44] - The company is actively managing its fleet in response to market conditions, including retiring rigs when their economic benefit no longer justifies associated costs [13][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the offshore production's role in meeting global energy needs, particularly in deepwater projects [9] - There is an expectation of meaningful growth in deepwater project sanctioning in 2026 and 2027, with customers prioritizing long-cycle offshore developments [10] - Management noted a more positive outlook from customers regarding contracting and development programs compared to six months ago [82] Other Important Information - The company completed the sale for recycling of three semisubmersibles, reflecting the challenged global market for this asset class [13][14] - The company remains committed to returning capital to shareholders, with strong operational performance providing flexibility for capital returns [88][90] Q&A Session Summary Question: Insights on short-term contracts for drillships - Management indicated that average duration for short-term contracts varies and that they are well-positioned to service these opportunities across different locations [41][42] Question: Update on planned floater opportunities - Management clarified that the pipeline remains about 30 opportunities, replenished with new work, and expressed confidence in continued contract awards [52][54] Question: Thoughts on day rates for upcoming contracts - Management expects day rates to follow utilization trends, with seventh-generation rigs leading the recovery and potentially exiting 2026 with utilization above 90% [65] Question: Timing for reactivating cold stacked drillships - Management emphasized a focus on securing contracts for active rigs before considering reactivation of cold stacked units, with good opportunities for DS-12 in 2026 [68] Question: Petrobras tendering schedule - Management expressed optimism about Petrobras maintaining a stable rig count and the potential for multiple rigs to be contracted in upcoming tenders [72][76]

Group 1 - A class action has been filed on behalf of investors who purchased Sable Offshore Corp. (NYSE: SOC) securities between May 19, 2025, and June 3, 2025, and/or traceable to the Company's May 21, 2025 secondary public offering [1] - The allegations state that Sable Offshore Corp. misled investors by claiming that oil production had restarted off the coast of California when it had not [2] - The complaint indicates that investors suffered damage when the true details regarding oil production were revealed [2] Group 2 - Shareholders interested in serving as lead plaintiff must submit their papers by September 26, 2025 [3] - Participation in the case is not required to be eligible for recovery, allowing shareholders to remain absent class members if they choose [3] - Robbins LLP operates on a contingency fee basis, meaning shareholders pay no fees or expenses [4]

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Group 1 - The validity period of the Conditional Letter of Award for the Platinum Explorer has been extended by 30 days, originally received on April 23, 2025 [1] - All other terms and conditions of the Conditional Letter of Award remain unchanged [1] Group 2 - Vantage Drilling International Ltd. is an offshore drilling contractor based in Bermuda, primarily engaged in contracting drilling units and related services on a dayrate basis for oil and gas wells globally [3] - The company also provides management services for drilling units owned by others [3]

Core Insights - Transocean, Inc. added approximately $199 million to its contract backlog in Q2 2025, securing four new contracts and extensions with various customers [1][8] - The total contract backlog reached approximately $7.2 billion as of July 16, 2025, indicating strong demand for the company's advanced fleet and drilling management services [6][8] Contract Extensions and New Contracts - The Transocean Spitsbergen rig secured a contract extension with Equinor for offshore work in Norway, with a dayrate of $395,000 [2] - Transocean Equinox received a contract extension from an undisclosed client in Australia, with a dayrate of $540,000, scheduled to begin drilling for ConocoPhillips in September 2025 [3] - A new contract was secured for the Deepwater Skyros drillship with Murphy Oil, involving drilling three wells in Ivory Coast at a dayrate of $361,000, starting in December 2025 [4] - The Deepwater Mykonos drillship received a 60-day extension with Petrobras, with an option for an additional 120 days [5]

Group 1 - Noble Corporation plans to report its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 on August 5, 2025, after the U.S. market close [1] - A conference call regarding the second quarter results is scheduled for August 6, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. U.S. Central Time, with registration options available [2] - Noble Corporation is a leading offshore drilling contractor with a modern and advanced fleet, focusing on ultra-deepwater and high specification jackup drilling opportunities [3]

Company Overview - Transocean Ltd. is a leading international provider of offshore contract drilling services for oil and gas wells, specializing in technically demanding sectors of the global offshore drilling business, particularly ultra-deepwater and harsh environment drilling services [3]. - The company operates the highest specification floating offshore drilling fleet in the world, owning or having partial ownership interests in a fleet of 32 mobile offshore drilling units, which includes 24 ultra-deepwater floaters and eight harsh environment floaters [4]. Upcoming Earnings Report - Transocean will report its earnings for the second quarter of 2025 on August 4, 2025, with a teleconference scheduled for August 5, 2025, at 9 a.m. EDT [1]. - Individuals wishing to participate in the teleconference should dial +1 785-424-1116 approximately 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and refer to conference code 125397 [2].

Core Insights - 2025 has been challenging for energy markets due to increased output from OPEC+ and signs of a global economic slowdown [1] - Escalating US trade tensions with other countries are contributing to the difficulties faced by the energy sector [1] Industry Summary - OPEC+ has raised output levels, impacting supply dynamics in the energy market [1] - The global economy is exhibiting signs of a slowdown, which may affect energy demand [1] - Trade tensions involving the US are further complicating the market landscape for energy companies [1]

Contract Status Overview - The report provides an overview of Seadrill Limited's fleet contract status as of May 12, 2025 [1] - The fleet includes drillships, benign semi-submersibles, and harsh environment rigs [9, 10] - The report contains forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties [2, 3] Drillship and Semi-Submersible Contracts - West Auriga has a contract with Petrobras in Brazil, with a total contract value at signing of approximately $577 million, including mobilization and additional services [9] - West Carina is contracted with Petrobras in Brazil at a dayrate of $252,600 [9] - West Jupiter has a contract with Petrobras in Brazil, with a total contract value at signing of approximately $525 million, including mobilization and additional services [9] - West Polaris has a contract with Petrobras in Brazil, with a total contract value at signing of approximately $518 million, including mobilization and additional services [9] - West Tellus has a contract with Petrobras in Brazil, with a total contract value at signing of approximately $539 million, including mobilization and additional services [10] - West Neptune has a contract with LLOG in the U.S Gulf, with a total contract value of approximately $86 million, excluding additional services, for an approximate 180-day duration [9] - West Gemini is contracted with TotalEnergies in Angola at a dayrate of $404,800 [9] Harsh Environment Rigs - West Elara is contracted with ConocoPhillips in Norway until March 2028 at a market-indexed rate [10]

Group 1 - Noble Corporation plc (NE) has commenced its drilling campaign at the Malampaya-Camago field offshore the Philippines, with the Noble Viking drillship contracted to drill three wells, including an option for a fourth well [1][9] - The Bagong Pag-Asa drill site marks the operational kickoff for the Malampaya Phase 4 (MP4) project, which is crucial for enhancing the energy security of the Philippines [2] - The Malampaya project has been operational since 2001 and at its peak supplied up to 40% of Luzon's energy demand, highlighting its significance in the Philippine energy landscape [2] Group 2 - Phase 4 of the Malampaya project involves drilling three specific wells: Camago-3, Malampaya East-1, and Bagong Pag-Asa-1, aimed at extending the gas field's life and increasing domestic energy production [3][9] - The Philippine Department of Energy (DoE) anticipates the first gas from the project by the fourth quarter of 2026 and is committed to supporting the project to ensure a reliable energy future [4] Group 3 - The Noble Viking drillship, operational since 2013, can drill at depths of 12,000 feet and has a maximum drilling depth of 40,000 feet, accommodating up to 230 personnel [5]