MARKET REPORT
Seadrill raises 2026 guidance on stronger rig demand
Executive takeaway
Offshore driller Seadrill increased its 2026 guidance, pointing to improved rig demand and higher contract coverage.
Seadrill has raised its guidance for 2026, attributing the upgrade to stronger demand for offshore drilling rigs and increased contract coverage across its fleet.
The move signals firmer pricing and utilisation in the offshore drilling market, where operators have been rebuilding backlogs after several lean years. Seadrill did not indicate any change to its capital allocation plans alongside the guidance update.
Wire sources cited
- Investing.com — All NewsSeadrill raises 2026 guidance on stronger rig demand and contract coverageExternal ↗
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