Charlvon Operations
Charlvon Limited operates one of the most modern fleets of AC/VFD land drilling rigs and swamp rigs in Nigeria, executing drilling campaigns across some of the country’s most strategically significant oil and gas assets. Each of our Discovery and Evolution rigs is deployed as a self-contained operational unit, mobilising multidisciplinary teams of wellsite supervisors, directional drillers, mud engineers, cementing professionals and HSE personnel to deliver wells safely, efficiently and within client-approved AFEs. From exploration and appraisal wells to development drilling and workovers, our active operations reflect over three decades of accumulated expertise in Nigeria’s Niger Delta terrain — consistently achieving rig efficiencies above 94% and maintaining an enviable Lost Time Incident-free record across multiple campaigns.
Select an active operation below to view rig specifications, current deployment details and project performance records.
D201
Discovery Rig 201
Discovery Rig 201 is a high-performance onshore drilling rig operated within the Charlvon fleet, with a proven track record of safe, efficient and cost-effective well delivery across Nigeria’s onshore assets. Since commencing operations, the rig has consistently delivered strong technical performance for indigenous operators and joint venture partners, reinforcing Charlvon’s reputation for execution excellence.
The rig is a 3,000 HP AC/VFD Land Drilling Unit equipped with a 15,000 PSI BOP system, capable of drilling to a maximum depth of 30,000 feet.
D202
Discovery Rig 202
Discovery 202 is a high-capacity onshore drilling rig within the Charlvon fleet, with a strong record of safe, efficient, and reliable performance across Nigeria’s onshore oil and gas assets. The rig commenced active operations in 2023 and has since supported multiple drilling, completion, and workover campaigns for leading indigenous operators.
This is a 3000 Hp VFD-SCR Land Rig equipped with a 15,000 Psi BOP Systems and can drill up to 30000 ft Deep Well.
D203
Discovery Rig 203
Discovery 203 (D203) is a high-capacity onshore drilling rig within the Charlvon fleet, engineered for deep, complex, and high-load drilling and completion operations. The rig commenced field operations in 2025.
This is a 3000 Hp VFD-SCR Land Rig equipped with a 15,000 Psi BOP Systems and can drill up to 29000 ft Deep Well
D204
Discovery Rig 204
Discovery 204 (D204) is a land drilling rig operated within the Charlvon fleet, purpose-built for efficient onshore drilling operations across Nigeria’s shallow to mid-depth prospects.
This is a 2000HP AC-VFD land rig
