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KUCHING: Velesto Energy Berhad has successfully completed the Mandatory Five Yearly Special Periodical Survey (‘SPS’) for its jack-up rig, NAGA 6, at Labuan Shipyard, Labuan.
In a statement, it stated that the scope of work included essential class recertification, upgrades, repairs and maintenance such as Underwater Inspection in Lieu of DryDocking (‘UWILD’), Drilling Equipment System maintenance, Well Control Equipment recertification, Marine System maintenance, Pipe Racking System VFD upgrade, Zone Management System upgrade, CCTV System upgrade, NOVOS hardware installation, and some piping and steel renewal.
Its president Megat Zariman Abdul Rahim expressed his pride over the on-schedule completion of the project in Labuan with the support of local partners.
“This effort highlights our commitment to advancing Malaysia’s oil and gas sector and enhancing local expertise, which is essential for the industry’s long-term growth,” he said.
He added that following the completion of SPS, NAGA 6 is set to mobilise for operations in Sarawak, continuing its contract with PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd.
Awarded in March 2024, the contract covers drilling operations from February 2024 to February 2026, as per the Notice of Assignment received for NAGA 2, NAGA 4, and NAGA 6.