INTRO
3000 HP AC/VFD LAND RIG
Discovery Rig 201 is a flagship asset within the Charlvon drilling fleet — a high-performance onshore drilling unit with a demonstrable record of safe, efficient and cost-disciplined well delivery across Nigeria's most active onshore hydrocarbon basins. Deployed across multiple oil mining leases and operator partnerships since commissioning, Discovery 201 has consistently achieved rig efficiencies well above industry benchmarks, reinforcing Charlvon's standing as a trusted drilling contractor of choice for indigenous operators and international joint venture partners alike.
RIG SPECIFICATIONS
| Rig Designation | Discovery Rig 201 |
| Rig Type | AC/VFD Land Drilling Rig |
| Rated Horsepower | 3,000 HP |
| Maximum Well Depth Capacity | 30,000 ft |
| BOP System Rating | 15,000 PSI |
| Drive System | Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) / Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR) |
| Manufacturing Standard | ISO 9001 / API Certified |
| Operating Environment | Onshore Nigeria — Multiple OMLs |
CAMP CAPABILITY
Discovery 201 is supported by a fully equipped, self-contained camp facility designed to sustain extended drilling campaigns at remote onshore locations without compromise to crew welfare or operational continuity.
Senior staff accommodation comprises air-conditioned executive caravans with a capacity for 30 personnel. The camp is fully equipped with messing facilities capable of catering for up to 200 persons on board simultaneously, alongside dedicated office facilities for operator representatives — ensuring seamless coordination between Charlvon crews and client teams throughout every campaign.
OPERATIONS & PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Since mobilisation, Discovery Rig 201 has been deployed across multiple oil mining leases, executing exploration, appraisal, development, sidetrack and workover campaigns on behalf of Nigeria's leading upstream operators.
| Field | OML | Well(s) | Campaign Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abura Field | OML 65 | Abura 2ST, 5ST I & II, 6ST & 6ST II | Sidetrack / Development |
| Oghareki Field | OML 49 | Oghareki-3 | Fresh Well |
| Ogini Field | OML 26 | Ogini 1ST, 27, 28 | Development / Sidetrack |
| Oredo Field | OML 111 | Oredo 18, 19, 20 | Completion / Development |
| Owopele North | OML 65 | Owopele North-3 | Development |
| Igbuku Field | OML 56 | Igbuku-1 | Workover |
| Ughelli West | OML 34 | Ughelli West-44 | Development |
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Discovery 201 has established a consistent record of technical excellence, cost discipline and HSSE compliance across every campaign — delivering measurable value for operators throughout Nigeria's onshore sector.
Record Exploration Depth
Successfully delivered the deepest exploration well across all NEPL assets — achieving a total depth of 18,850ft on the Abura campaign, a record that remains unmatched within the asset portfolio.
Peak Rig Efficiency: 99.08%
Achieved on the Oredo-20 well campaign for NEPL OML 111, with an average rig efficiency of 96–97% sustained consistently across all campaigns — well above the industry standard threshold.
Zero Lost Time Incidents
Maintained an LTI-free operational record across multiple drilling campaigns — including wells executed during the COVID-19 pandemic — with 216 consecutive days without a lost time incident on the OML 26 campaign.
Consistent AFE Compliance
Multiple campaigns delivered within client-approved Authority for Expenditure budgets, generating measurable cost savings and earning formal commendations from operators including NPDC and NNPC E&P Limited.
SUMMARY STATISTICS
Discovery Rig 201 continues to be a reliable and high-performing asset in Charlvon's fleet — combining operational discipline, experienced crews and an unwavering commitment to HSSE excellence to deliver consistent drilling outcomes for Nigeria's upstream energy sector.
