Stena Drilling has been awarded a contract by TotalEnergies to drill a well in Suriname, the Aberdeen-based company announced on Wednesday.
The Stena Drillmax will begin operations in Suriname in the second quarter of 2025 under a one-well program, with an option to extend for up to three additional wells.
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“Stena Drilling is delighted to secure this work with TotalEnergies and looks forward to working with TotalEnergies to complete a safe, effective and efficient campaign,” the company stated.
TotalEnergies operates Block 58 in Suriname with a 50% interest, while APA Corporation holds the other half. In October, TotalEnergies approved a US$10.5 billion final investment decision (FID) for the GranMorgu project in Block 58, targeting the Sapakara and Krabdagu oil discoveries. First oil is expected in 2028.
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In November, Saipem was awarded a US$1.9 billion engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) contract for the project’s subsea development.
