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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-06-16

Transocean Announces $185 Million in New Contract Awards

Transocean Ltd. announced contract awards totaling approximately $185 million for two of its harsh environment semisubmersibles. The Transocean Norge was awarded a five-well contract with Harbour Energy in Norway, expected to commence in Q1 2028, contributing about $149 million in backlog. The Transocean Equinox was awarded a two-well contract with Santos in Australia, expected to commence in Q2 2027, contributing about $36 million in backlog. Both contracts include additional one-well options.

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Transocean Ltd. RIG · NYSE
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Items reported

Item events

Reported Item

New Major Contract Contract Extension

Market reaction

Close before filing

$5.83

Next session

-4.3%

Since filing

+0.3%

Latest close

$5.85

What happened, not what will happen — closing prices around the filing date.

Precedent

Previous filings from RIG reporting the same item, with the next session's move:

Transocean Ltd. Approves Share Issuance and Organizational Changes-9.3%
Transocean Enters Support Agreement for Board Nomination-3.2%
Transocean Announces Business Combination with Valaris, Awaits Regulatory Review-9.4%
Transocean Ltd. Reports Strong Q1 2026 Financial Results and Early Debt Retirement-8.6%
Transocean Ltd. Awarded $158 Million Contract for Deepwater Asgard-3.4%

Insider tape

Within 45 days of this filing, RIG insiders reported 1 Form 4 transaction — net buying of $173K.

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About Transocean Ltd.

Transocean Ltd. is a leading offshore drilling contractor known for providing services in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Its primary function is to offer extensive deepwater and ultra-deepwater drilling capabilities to major oil companies worldwide. Operating one of the most advanced fleets in the industry, Transocean owns and manages a range of drilling rigs, with capabilities to work in harsh environmental conditions and at extreme water depths, showcasing its technological prowess. The company significantly impacts the energy sector, supporting the search for hydrocarbon resources in offshore locations globally. Headquartered in Switzerland, Transocean is a pivotal player in satisfying the global demand for fossil fuels, influencing energy supply chains and economic activities linked to oil markets. Its advanced technological solutions cater to an industry where safety, efficiency, and environmental considerations are paramount, thereby securing its position as a crucial partner for global energy companies.

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