Drydocks World signs LOI for world's largest jack-up rigs

The rigs, described as the world's largest jack-ups, will be able to provide accommodation, construction services and heavy lift support for hook-up and commissioning activities during installation of new topsides or of subsea structures.

Standing 185m in height and weighing 26,000 tonnes, the three-legged AJ 62-X 135 is designed to operate in waters up to 135m with a 25m air gap. Designers claim it will have 100% up-time in any weather conditions, unlike semi-submersible accommodation and construction rigs. The rig will be equipped with a 3000 ton Huismann crane for offshore heavy lifts, a large free working deck will full crane coverage, and a heli-deck.

"We have considerable experience in catering to the specialised requirements and exacting quality standards of the offshore oil & gas industry and have made deep and meaningful inroads into these rapidly evolving sectors in recent months," said Khamis Juma Buamim, chairman of Drydocks World and Maritime World.

Oddgeir Indrestrand, founder and CEO of Offshore Innovation Management, said he looked forward to "a long and fruitful relationship between our two organisations".