HOUSTON, Oct. 10, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamond
Offshore Drilling, Inc. (NYSE: DO) has been notified by its
customer, BP, that BP will no longer pursue a drilling campaign in
the Great Australian Bight. In 2013, BP entered into a contract
with Diamond for Diamond's harsh environment ultra-deepwater semi,
the Ocean GreatWhite, and had intended to use the rig on the Great
Australian Bight campaign. BP has confirmed that its decision will
not impact Diamond's rig contract. BP and Diamond are exploring
alternative locations for the Ocean GreatWhite.
ABOUT DIAMOND OFFSHORE
Diamond Offshore is a leader in offshore drilling, providing
contract drilling services to the energy industry around the
globe. Additional information and access to the Company's SEC
filings are available at www.diamondoffshore.com. Diamond Offshore
is owned 53% by Loews Corporation (NYSE: L).
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