In summer 2008 the first of Aker Drilling‘s two top-of-the-class sixth generation semi-submersible drilling rigs for harsh environment and ultra-deep water drilling will be due for delivery.

The features of the Aker Drilling rigs make them a natural first choice for oil companies exploring wells in challenging waters as well as development drilling programs worldwide.

The Aker H-6e semi-submersible drilling rig represents something entirely new in the rig industry. Based on more than 30 years of experience and construction of 39 Aker H-3 and Aker H-4 class drilling units, the Aker H-6e rigs are a size up from other sixth-generation rigs. The 6e designation denotes that they have been designed for extreme offshore regions and to strict environmental specifications. The many advanced design and operational features of these rigs provide Aker Drilling with a competitive edge for future drilling awards by environmentally responsible and safety conscious oil companies.