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Falklands’ Premier and Noble have contracted a rig, according to Norwegian energy website
Ocean Rig has reportedly received a contract for its Eirik Raude semi-submersible rig for a drilling campaign in the Falkland Islands. According to Offshore.no, a Norwegian energy news website, the rig will be used by Noble Energy and Premier oil for their respective drilling campaigns in the Falkland Islands waters in 2015 Read full article
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Disclaimer & comment rulesAt last, we can now see some progress to recover our oil that the Argies keep saying is theirs.Not only have we recovered our island but also the resourses.
May 22nd, 2014 - 09:16 am - Link - Report abuse 0Perhaps Patagonia could be next.oops.
May 22nd, 2014 - 10:10 am - Link - Report abuse 0500,000 will be the daily cost of hiring the vessel.
May 22nd, 2014 - 11:16 am - Link - Report abuse 0And life moves on - totally regardless of Argentina's spurious claim
May 22nd, 2014 - 11:41 am - Link - Report abuse 0But aren't the Norwegians worried about Argentina arresting the crew manning the rig? Won't there be trade reprisals against Oslo? I assume they'll probably burn down the embassy in BA and a severe trade embargo against importing creamed herrings...
May 22nd, 2014 - 12:07 pm - Link - Report abuse 0I think the best solution is to round up all Scandinavian heritage residents in Patagonia and place them into re-education camps as a reprisal.
Chicureo- last time the Campora mob attacked port offices in an Arg port where 2 rig supply vessels had arrived - only to then find out the vessels were actually working for a rig in Arg waters anyway!
May 22nd, 2014 - 12:36 pm - Link - Report abuse 0All the Norwegian presence in Argentina must be “shivering in their shoes”!
May 22nd, 2014 - 12:46 pm - Link - Report abuse 0@3
May 22nd, 2014 - 01:25 pm - Link - Report abuse 0yes. This is fact published in the above article.
Why did you you feel the need to repeat it?
What is your point exactly?
Anyway I am finding the whole developing story very interesting.
Quite the best mid-winter news for the Falklands. Enjoy!!!
May 22nd, 2014 - 01:51 pm - Link - Report abuse 0semi submersible rig + british = disaster waiting to happen
May 22nd, 2014 - 02:07 pm - Link - Report abuse 0good-bye to all the beautiful maritime fauna of the mar argentino.
@10
May 22nd, 2014 - 03:21 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Why so negative? What do you know about maritime fauna in the South Atlantic? Anyway they will be drilling in FALKLAND Territorial Waters,
No need to be negative. Those countries with open-minded administrations could see a substantial boost to local economies.
May 22nd, 2014 - 03:29 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Poor old Paulcedron 10 - probably thinks something “semi-submersible” is a bit like an Argentine Navy Destroyer in port!
May 22nd, 2014 - 03:45 pm - Link - Report abuse 0He does not realise they are very modern state-or-art drilling platforms designed for harsh environments - and from the pic looks very similar to the one we had down here 2 years ago drilling in deeper water areas in the southern sector.
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May 22nd, 2014 - 03:56 pm - Link - Report abuse 0“He does not realise blablabla... - and from the pic looks very similar to the one of deepwater horizon”
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deepwater_Horizon
@10 - Would that be the same sea that the Matanza/Riachuelo river pours into all day, everyday?
May 22nd, 2014 - 04:13 pm - Link - Report abuse 0FYI For everyone else, the Matanza/Riachuelo is in the top 10 most polluted places in the world.
Beautiful fauna is something of the past, and people in adjoining neighbourhoods don't fare too well either.
But you worry about tail risk in Q2 2015, not a real problem today. Like CFK's worries about the Falkland Islands, rather than a collapsing economy.
“FYI For everyone else, the Matanza/Riachuelo is in the top 10 most polluted places in the world.”
May 22nd, 2014 - 04:28 pm - Link - Report abuse 0you may be right.
but there are tons of lovely amoeba and protozoa.
we have to take care of them now
( 5 ) Chicureo
May 22nd, 2014 - 04:28 pm - Link - Report abuse 0You say...:
“ I think the best solution is to round up all Scandinavian heritage residents in Patagonia and place them into re-education camps as a reprisal.”
I say...:
That would be a very Un-Argentinean thing to do....
Not too Un-Shilenian mind you... Remember Colonia Dignidad?
Anyhow...., you are right that an adecuate trade reprisal against Oslo should be taken...
From now on....., no more Norsk Gjetost in Think's kitchen!
16 Aargh-niño
May 22nd, 2014 - 05:23 pm - Link - Report abuse 0““FYI For everyone else, the Matanza/Riachuelo is in the top 10 most polluted places in the world.”
you may be right.
but there are tons of lovely amoeba and protozoa.
we have to take care of them now”
Why didn't you just keep your mouth shut? Now you look more stupid than the amoeba.
*sighs, shakes head, and rolls eyes heavenward*
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May 22nd, 2014 - 05:27 pm - Link - Report abuse 0boludo troy
you are not too clever, are you?
I think we can all agree that this is simply fantastic news for all concerned.
May 22nd, 2014 - 05:32 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Now let's have a nice cup of tea and settle down a bit.
@16 “FYI For everyone else, the Matanza/Riachuelo is in the top 10 most polluted places in the world.”
May 22nd, 2014 - 05:52 pm - Link - Report abuse 0you may be right.
but there are tons of lovely amoeba and protozoa.
we have to take care of them now
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Yeah, but it's in argieland. So no-one of any importance cares! Because the “amoeba and protozoa” are trying to run the country. And failing! Ever thought of trying slugs, cockroaches and termites?
imbecile 21
May 22nd, 2014 - 06:05 pm - Link - Report abuse 0“Ever thought of trying slugs, cockroaches and termites?”
not yet.
you could be a good candidate in that case.
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May 22nd, 2014 - 06:44 pm - Link - Report abuse 0*sighs, shakes head, and rolls eyes heavenward*
I have a Spanish language atlas open in front of me as I write this - can someone please show me where I might fin “el mar argentino” or “el Mar Argentino”?
May 22nd, 2014 - 07:09 pm - Link - Report abuse 0THINK
May 22nd, 2014 - 07:15 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Well, I would make sure your kind were sent to a nicer re-educational facility with good single malt served after “tea” with excellent views... Perhaps at the Llao Llao in Bariloche... In the mornings you would be required to listen to Baroness Thatcher speeches, but otherwise, no other cruel torture.
“Remember Colonia Dignidad?”
Yes, I really do, as there were rumors that the Navy had some very unfortunate intelligence connections that had to be “rapidly disconnected with less than satisfactory results”. My former CO was sacked in the aftermath.
(25) Chicureo
May 22nd, 2014 - 07:50 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Well... Your former CO is a lucky man...
On this side of the Andes there are many milicos serving “15 to 20” or even life for similar “intelligent connections” & “rumors”....
Argentinian intelligence, that's an oxymoron Bahahahaha...
May 22nd, 2014 - 07:58 pm - Link - Report abuse 0@8 Ilsen
May 22nd, 2014 - 08:10 pm - Link - Report abuse 0I was clarifying for non-oil industry readers that the people 'earning around 500,000 USD' are the vessel owners.
Not Premier oil, and not the islanders at this stage.
Does that explain it enough for you?
@26
May 22nd, 2014 - 10:07 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Putting your human rights abusers in jail is a very good start. I'm sure we can all applaud that. Most of us anyway.
Any word yet on when we can expect you to respect the UN's Universal Declaration on Human Rights?
@ 28 Escoses Doido
May 22nd, 2014 - 10:46 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Yes, but that was already explained in the article.
This is just simply the economics of oil exploration.
Prior to the arrival in The Falklands the owners where renting the vessel to some one else.
Probably getting similar fees. Which the must do in order to recoup their outlay on building such a massive vessel.
For example: If I buy a car and rent it to you for the duration of your holiday/vacation surely the price must reflect my original purchase price + depreciation + 'wear and tear'?
Basic economics surely?
I was just surprised as to why you highlighted this particular phrase.
This is the same concept, but on a grander scale.
Pkease explain your thinking.
England has no right under the waters of South America. Rethink their attitudes. The calm waters of America will become a nightmare for England.
May 22nd, 2014 - 11:10 pm - Link - Report abuse 0@31 Brasilero
May 23rd, 2014 - 12:02 am - Link - Report abuse 0Please explain how the waters of “America” will become a “nightmare” for England?
Which America? Or did you mean The Americas?
I trust that you mean the outer seas from the coasts of Canada to Tierra Del Fuego. Both the Atlantic and Pacific?
England is part of the UK. Will this affect the Scottish Referendum?
We really need to know. It sounds serious. What are your sources for such a serious statement?
Do you know something the rest of the world is unaware of?
I think we should be told.
31 Brasiliero- you have me puzzled as well- England is up in the North Atlantic by Europe- that is where it has seabed rights.
May 23rd, 2014 - 12:24 am - Link - Report abuse 0Falkland Islands Govt has rights in the zone around the Falkland Islands - not England, not theirs.
Will the Norwegians be arrested?
May 23rd, 2014 - 12:41 am - Link - Report abuse 0If so, how?
If so, how do the Argentines expect to deal with the Diplomatic Incident resulting in the imprisonment of Norwegian citizens?
I think we should be told.
24 Fatty1
May 23rd, 2014 - 01:16 am - Link - Report abuse 0what´s your level of education?
kindergarten?
Argentine Sea
The Argentine Sea lies within the continental ledge of the Argentine mainland. It is a part of Atlantic Ocean lies in the south of the Atlantic Ocean off the southeastern coast of Argentina, widening from the estimated latitude of Montevideo, Uruguay, southward to Tierra del Fuego. It is located about 500 miles (800 km) north of Antarctica.
The Argentine Sea covers a surface of about 386,102 sq. mi. (1,000,000 km²) and the average depth is about 3,952 feet (1,205 m) and the maximum depth is 7,296 feet (2,224 m). It is one of the largest seas in the world.
The Argentine Sea gradually widens through southward, in contrast with the narrowing of the continental mass.
The Falkland Islands are located inside the platform of the Argentine Sea.
http://www.deepseawaters.com/Argentine_Sea.htm
http://www.deepseawaters.com/Argentine_Sea.htm
http://www.deepseawaters.com/Argentine_Sea.htm
The fictional Argentine Sea is located adjacent to The Falklands Sea, outside the EEZ
May 23rd, 2014 - 01:46 am - Link - Report abuse 0Argentina is merely a BOT temporarily loaned to the Spanish. Unfortunately they will be bankrupt soon and the UK, as a favour to The World., will once again have to take over the administration of this European colony.
May 23rd, 2014 - 02:14 am - Link - Report abuse 0it doesn't matter what their maps say.
Where is the Prime Meridian? Oh yes. It runs through Greenwich, London. My London home is 6.3 degrees West of the famous Greenwich Meridian.
Paulie, remember who the cartographers are. Who the administrators are. Who the financiers are. They are also your landlord and Patron.
There is no Argentine Sea unless London decrees it so.
Be humble Paulie. Be humble.
lol ilsen
May 23rd, 2014 - 02:29 am - Link - Report abuse 0“who the cartographers are. Who the administrators are. Who the financiers are.”
who are they?
please don´t say the english...lol
“They are also your landlord and Patron.”
that´s funny.
the only “sovereign” state with a landlord and patron is england, or britain, or the uk.
guess that is the bad part of being saved by the u.s. twice.
they saved your asses twice, now the little islands belong to them.
lol paulie
May 23rd, 2014 - 03:18 am - Link - Report abuse 0I'm glad that you admit that 'the little islands' belong to them/us.
That being;
The Falkland Islands belong to the Falkland Islanders and the British Isles belong to the British.
I'm happy for your enlightenment. A few hundreds late, but you have now arrived. Well Done Sir!
By The Way. Don't you find this whole Petroleum Discovery lark off in the British South Atlantic all a bit of a jolly jape?
I do.
Would you like some oil for your hair? I've heard it's de riguer in Buenos Aires (C19th).
Do form a queue, there's a good chap!
”Would you like some oil for your hair? I've heard it's de riguer in Buenos Aires (C19th).”
May 23rd, 2014 - 03:28 am - Link - Report abuse 0oil? you mean petroleum for hair?
nah, that is a british custom.
here we use almond oil for hair.
that´s why there are not a single bald here.
so, beautiful hair, beautiful teeth.
don't get too jealous.
Paulie! Bless! You are such a little sweetie!
May 23rd, 2014 - 04:28 am - Link - Report abuse 0Modern people don't put oil on their hair! Really, you thought that?
So easy to play you....
No bald people in Argentina? Post the link to prove it. If true you would be a billionaire by now.
You put Almond Oil on your teeth, uuuurrrrghhh! Why?
Also, why don't we talk about the 'real' OIL in the article, or did you just come here to bitch?
“Ocean Rig has reportedly received a contract for its Eirik Raude semi-submersible rig for a drilling campaign in the Falkland Islands”
1: Is this not great news for the Falkland Islanders?
2: Will the Argentine Government attempt to prosecute the Norwegian operatives and owners of the vessel?
3: If so, how will they do this?
Please do be so kind as to inform those of us, jealous of your almond-stained teeth and your greasy hair.
Thank you.
PS: How are The Enlightenment Studies going? Have you finished Chapter 1 yet? I believe Adam smith is quite good. What do you think?
@30
May 23rd, 2014 - 04:58 am - Link - Report abuse 0I don't have time to explain it again, sorry.
I have a Seadrill rig to go look after.
42 Escoses Doido
May 23rd, 2014 - 05:44 am - Link - Report abuse 0Ouch! I was too fast to react there.
I get so used to some idiots here that I may have got a little confused whilst trying to respond to someone else.
I realise that you know a lot more about the industry than I do.
I misinterperated your post.
I stand corrected.
Please accept my apologies.
I sincerely wish you all the best and your crew also.
Good Luck out there.
http://www.seadrill.com/
“a Norwegian energy news website, the rig will be used by Noble Energy and Premier oil for their respective drilling campaigns in the Falkland Islands waters in 2015......”
May 23rd, 2014 - 08:05 am - Link - Report abuse 0But, but surely this can't be right, Ambassador Castro has stated:
“Ms Castro added that the Islanders know very well that without Argentine collaboration or continental links they will not be able to develop hydrocarbons and an oil industry but if under Argentine sovereignty “they could exploit their oil resources”
Hmmm, like many of her she is wrong about that as well!
But it’s good to have this happening it is another step along the road to Independence for the Falkland's and another nail in the coffin of Argentine pretensions.
@40
May 23rd, 2014 - 09:04 am - Link - Report abuse 0So Timerman isn't Argentiniain?
Hey .. Golfbuddy... I say good call on the Noggy Rig... They will get it right.. Better stock up the bars and hotels ...
May 23rd, 2014 - 10:12 am - Link - Report abuse 0No... ! the Norwegians won't worry about any backlash from Argentina... They just laugh.. Who do you think has been doing the majority of Geophysical exploration there... Coming and going as they please ... Charter flights to / from Mt. Pleasant for the crews ...Rigs and ships coming in from the Atlantic ...
Heavens... They are working large campaigns to the north of Argentina in Uruguay... I've heard it said that the Asado and Tinto is even better there... Some one told me they will even take Peso's if worse comes to worse..
Too bad these Tano Pillocks can't get their ducks in a row... Can't attract decent investment... Crumbling petroleum infrastructure... Chevron deal ..clandestine wrangling's in Ecuador ...
Ole' SheDevil has totally cocked it up!
Surely though won't the petro dollars when the oil comes in become an opportunity for states like Argentina to trade and create 1000s of jobs?
May 23rd, 2014 - 10:40 am - Link - Report abuse 0There is no Argentine Sea.
May 23rd, 2014 - 12:24 pm - Link - Report abuse 0The IHO, of which Argentina is a member, is the body that is recognised as the authority on hydrographic surveying and nautical charting by the UN.
And it does NOT recognise an “Argentine Sea”. So neither does the UN.
Just because some people perpetuate a fallacy, does not make it true.
http://www.iho.int/iho_pubs/standard/S-23/S23_Ed3_Sheet_1_Small.jpg
@31
May 23rd, 2014 - 02:43 pm - Link - Report abuse 0“The calm waters of America will become a nightmare for England”.
I don't think so, as England isn't anywhere near America.
“England has no right under the waters of South America.”
England isn't within the territorial waters of South America so your worries are over.
Well this is excellent news. The renewed drilling campaign will bring substantial economic benefit to the Falkland Islands, and enable us to continue our steady growth and development. Economically self sufficient, internally self governing, determining our own form of Government.
May 23rd, 2014 - 06:30 pm - Link - Report abuse 0I suspect the Norwegians will receive the usual threatening letter from the Argentine Government, followed by a more comforting missive from the UK Government assuring them that the Falkland Islands Government is a British Overseas Territory receiving defence support from the UK, and that their Falklands license is legal and safe.
And then they will get on with business. The customers ? A medium sized British company, and a rather larger and very savvy American company. Wonder how many American companies they will try to bully before getting a very firm message where to get off.
anyone seen this on Repsol
May 23rd, 2014 - 06:42 pm - Link - Report abuse 0http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-27549309
According to this, the Argentine Navy has contracted to buy four super-tugs, whose mission it will be to seize oil rigs operating in Falklands waters and tow them to Argentine ports.
May 24th, 2014 - 07:54 am - Link - Report abuse 0http://www.defesanet.com.br/ar/noticia/15439/EXCLUSIVO--Buenos-Aires-se-prepara-para-escalar-crise-no-Atlantico-Sul-/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
Turnip at (52)
May 24th, 2014 - 08:31 am - Link - Report abuse 0... Whose mission it “could” be...
What a big difference a little word makes...
@53
May 24th, 2014 - 08:49 am - Link - Report abuse 0Perhaps.
Personally I find this report rather unlikely, but then again a new venture in piracy wouldn't be too surprising, bearing in mind the long tradition of Argentine criminality in the British South Atlantic, what with the pirate Jewett, the pirate Vernet, the murderer Rivero, and the numerous attempts at usurping islands whenever anybody's back was turned.
@53
May 25th, 2014 - 04:31 am - Link - Report abuse 0What is a “Turnip” to you exactly?
I don't get it.
Do you have some odd root vegetable fetish?
Did a Swede reject you in your youth and you have “ishoos”?
@52
May 25th, 2014 - 10:12 am - Link - Report abuse 0“ whose mission it will be to seize oil rigs operating in Falklands waters and tow them to Argentine ports.”
Just like that, with no action whatsoever from the RN. Give the Argentines something, they are always optimistic.
And if it's an American owned rig?
I am quite sure an Rg tug would never make it out of Falklands waters.
May 25th, 2014 - 10:38 am - Link - Report abuse 0@57
May 25th, 2014 - 07:46 pm - Link - Report abuse 0Don't think it will reach FALKLAND waters. We will send the nuclear penguins to intercept them. can you imagine it when a UK nuclear sub surfaces and ask “ Have you lost your way, would you like us to point you in the right direction?”
Ilsen @ 55
May 27th, 2014 - 04:46 am - Link - Report abuse 0“Nabo” (turnip) as an insult stems from a supposed resemblance of the ro0t veggie to male genitalia. It is common parlance at primary schools and a favourite word of President Mujica's.
59 ynsere
May 27th, 2014 - 09:41 am - Link - Report abuse 0Thank you.
How odd. Obviously a cultural thing. As so often it can say a lot about the person who employs the insult. .....
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