Equinor Secures Permit for North Sea Well Using COSL Rig

Equinor ASA (EQNR) , the Norwegian energy major, has obtained a key drilling permit for an exploration well in the Norwegian North Sea, signaling continued momentum in offshore energy activity. The permit, granted by the Norwegian Offshore Directorate, allows the company to drill wellbore 35/11-31 S within production license 090.The drilling operation will be carried out using the COSL Innovator, a semi-submersible rig operated by COSL Drilling Europe. This unit, built in 2012, is capable of operating in wa ...