Drydocks World completes upgrade of NDC Jack-up rig Beynouna
Upgrade after major maintenance work included replacement of shale shaker
Dubai: Drydocks World announced the completion of conversion and upgrade of Jack-up Drilling Platform, Beynouna belonging to the National Drilling Company (NDC). The Rig arrived at the Dubai shipyard in late July 2012, following Rig Delma, to undergo major work at the shipyard in 2012. The shipyard has continued in focusing the newly adopted strategy to enhance its services for the offshore oil, gas and energy sectors. The conversion of the rig involved the fabrication and installation of new spud cans, upgrade included replacement of shale shakers. The rig underwent major maintenance work, like overhaul of two of its cranes, blasting and painting of hull and tanks, inspection of legs, renewal of steel and pipes and upgrade of accommodation. Hydro-blasting and painting of derrick and legs were carried out using rope access methods.
