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Seadrill, Kongsberg, Hanwha Alliance for Remote DP

Analysis based on 10 articles · First reported Mar 04, 2026 · Last updated Mar 04, 2026

Sentiment
40
Attention
2
Articles
10
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

This strategic alliance is expected to positively impact the offshore drilling market by introducing new standards for safety and efficiency through remote Dynamic Positioning technology. It will likely lead to increased investment in automation and digital solutions within the industry, benefiting the involved entities and potentially other technology providers.

Offshore drilling Technology Maritime
Event Summary

Seadrill, Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime, and Hanwha Drilling have formed a strategic alliance to develop the next generation of remote Dynamic Positioning (DP) technology for offshore drilling. This collaboration aims to establish a global operating model and new industry standards for DP operations, focusing on enhancing safety, efficiency, and performance at sea. By combining Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime's automation and communications technologies with the operational expertise of Seadrill and Hanwha Drilling, the partnership seeks to create centralized, repeatable processes. This initiative is expected to reduce the cognitive load on rig crews, improve decision-making, and support more automated deepwater drilling operations. Key figures from each company, including Jonathan Dady of Seadrill, Eivind Alling of Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime, and Scott McKaig of Hanwha Drilling, have highlighted the transformative potential of this alliance for the offshore drilling industry.

Key Actions
95 Seadrill formed strategic alliance Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime
95 Seadrill formed strategic alliance Hanwha Drilling
95 Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime formed strategic alliance Hanwha Drilling
80 Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime contributes automation and communications technologies
80 Seadrill contributes operational expertise
80 Hanwha Drilling contributes operational expertise
Entities Involved
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Seadrill
Seadrill is a key partner in this strategic alliance, contributing its operational expertise in offshore drilling. This collaboration is expected to enhance its operational efficiency and safety through the adoption of remote Dynamic Positioning technology, potentially leading to improved performance and client results.
Importance 90 Sentiment 50
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Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime
Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime is a central player in the alliance, providing its automation and communications technologies. This partnership allows Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime to expand its influence in the offshore drilling sector by setting new industry standards for remote DP operations.
Importance 90 Sentiment 50
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Hanwha Drilling
Hanwha Drilling is a strategic partner, bringing its offshore drilling services expertise to the alliance. This collaboration enables Hanwha Drilling to invest in and define the next generation of smart, automated DP systems, enhancing its future operational capabilities and cost efficiency.
Importance 90 Sentiment 50
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Jonathan Dady
Jonathan Dady, Director of Rig Innovation and Technology at Seadrill, commented on Seadrill's commitment to leading the industry in adopting technologies for safer and more efficient operations. His statements highlight the transformative potential of remote DP capabilities for rig crews.
Importance 40 Sentiment 20
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Eivind Alling
Eivind Alling, SVP, Americas Region and Head of Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime Inc., emphasized the significance of the alliance in transforming the industry through advanced technologies. He noted that remote DP aims to create an intelligent operational architecture to enhance safety and performance.
Importance 40 Sentiment 20
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Scott McKaig
Scott McKaig, CTO / Vice President Technical at Hanwha Drilling, expressed Hanwha Drilling's vision for investing in the future of offshore operations. He stated that partnering on Remote DP will help define the next generation of smart, automated DP systems.
Importance 40 Sentiment 20
Relationships
Seadrill related ↔ Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime
Seadrill related ↔ Hanwha Drilling
Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime related ↔ Hanwha Drilling
Jonathan Dady related ↔ Seadrill
Eivind Alling related ↔ Kongsberg Gruppen===Kongsberg Maritime
Scott McKaig related ↔ Hanwha Drilling
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