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Transocean reported a firm two-year contract commitment with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) for the drillship Dhirubhai Deepwater KG2, expected to start in Q1 2027 and worth about $300 million including services and mobilization. The agreement includes fixed-price options for two additional years that could extend deployment through early 2031. The stock rose intraday by 3.2% and analysts view the deal as confirmation of rising dayrates and improved revenue and cash-flow visibility. » More on de.investing.com

Transocean reported Q2 2026 earnings of $0.03 per share on revenues of $966 million, beating analysts’ expectations. Fleet utilization was 98%, free cash flow was $212 million and net debt fell to $4.3 billion. The company cited contract extensions, improved margin management (adjusted EBITDA $312 million) and raised its revenue guidance for 2026; the stock rose about 4.3% after-hours. » More on de.investing.com

Transocean has agreed with Equinor to deploy three semi‑submersible drilling rigs designed for harsh environments on the Norwegian continental shelf; the contract covers more than seven rig years and is worth over $1 billion at dayrates of $399,000 (expected to be above $400,000 at start‑up). Transocean Endurance begins a two‑year program in Q2 2027, while Transocean Enabler and Encourage start in Q1 2028 with three‑year and two‑year programs respectively; the agreement remains subject to regulatory approvals. Transocean also reported an operating loss per share in the past year, but analysts expect a return to profitability in 2026 and view the stock as undervalued. » More on de.investing.com