Strong Operational Utilization and Safety Track Record
Technical utilization of 99.4% and economic utilization of 97% in Q1 2026; multiple rigs reached long LTI-free milestones (Gerd, Natt, Mist: 7 years; Saga: 6 years; Arabia III: 3 years) and Norve attained 2 years recordable-incident free, signaling strong operational performance and safety culture.
Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA
Total operating revenue of $247 million and adjusted EBITDA of $88.5 million for Q1 2026, demonstrating ongoing cash-generative operations despite near-term headwinds.
Fleet Expansion and Strategic Acquisitions
Fleet increased from 29 to 34 rigs via the 5-rig acquisition from Noble and purchase of 5 premium jack-ups on Paratus (through a 50-50 JV) totaling ~$287 million; total Noble-related purchase price $360 million (partly financed by $150 million seller credit), giving scale and redeployment optionality in key markets.
Improved Contract Coverage and Backlog Growth
Full-year 2026 coverage increased to 71% at an average dayrate of approximately $137,000; second-half 2026 coverage improved to 65% (from 48% in the prior report) — a +17 percentage-point improvement. Year-to-date 2026 the company secured 13 commitments adding ~ $274 million to backlog and previously noted 8 new commitments representing >1,100 firm days.
Capital Structure Strengthening
Completed an upsized $300 million convertible senior notes offering due 2033 (coupon 3.5% vs prior 5% on 2028 notes) post-quarter; used proceeds to repurchase and cancel $195.2 million of 2028 convertible notes, extending maturity profile by ~5 years and reducing coupon expense, improving liquidity and refinancing profile.
Liquidity Position
Cash balance of $246 million at quarter end and total liquidity of $480 million including $234 million undrawn revolving credit facilities, providing near-term flexibility despite cash deployment for acquisitions.
Contracting Wins Across Regions
Recent contract awards include Ran extension in Mexico through Sep 2026; Sif secured a ~100-day well offshore Suriname (target July start); Prospector 5 committed into Q2 2027 in Gabon with options into 2028; Thor committed through Q1 2027 in Vietnam; Scout awarded 180 days in Malaysia — demonstrating geographic diversification and repeat customer relationships.