WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA – Shell is pleased to announce it is preparing to launch a new, significant drilling campaign in Petroleum Exploration Licence 39 (PEL39), offshore Namibia. The campaign is a joint effort with Shell’s partners, QatarEnergy and the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR). Drilling operations are set to commence in April 2026.
This launch marks an important milestone in Shell’s commitment to responsibly explore Namibia’s offshore potential and support the country’s growing energy ambitions.
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To deliver the new campaign, Shell has awarded the contract for the Deepsea Mira drilling unit. The Deepsea Mira is operated by Odfjell Drilling and owned by Northern Ocean Ltd.
We are excited to share that Shell, together with our partners QatarEnergy and NAMCOR, is preparing to launch a new drilling campaign in PEL39, offshore Namibia,” a Shell spokesperson said. “Drilling is set to commence in April 2026, marking an important milestone in our commitment to responsibly explore Namibia’s offshore potential and support the country’s energy ambitions.
In line with this commitment, local suppliers who are interested in potential subcontracting opportunities linked to the Deepsea Mira rig’s operations are encouraged to contact Northern Ocean Ltd directly.
Shell is proud to help unlock Namibia’s offshore potential. The company looks forward to continuing its collaboration with QatarEnergy, NAMCOR, and the Government of Namibia to deliver shared value for the country and its people through this key development.
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