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Sustainability & Environment

We Operate
in Coastal
Waters. That
Means Something.

Coastal and shelf environments are among the most ecologically sensitive in the world. We operate in them every day — and we take that responsibility seriously.

"We drill for energy, but we live by the sea. Responsible operations are not a compliance box — they are the only way we are willing to work."

ISO
14001 Certified
Environmental Management
0
Unplanned Discharges
in 3 Years
100%
Waste Manifested
& Tracked
MARPOL
Fully Compliant
Annex I, II & V

Our Environmental Approach

Sustainability
in Practice

Spill Prevention & Response

Every drilling campaign begins with a comprehensive Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan tailored to the operating environment. Dedicated equipment, trained personnel, and pre-positioned response materials on every rig — before spud.

Zero Discharge Operations

We operate under zero overboard discharge protocols wherever ecologically sensitive areas are designated. All drilling fluids, produced water, and hazardous materials are managed, contained, and disposed of through licensed onshore facilities.

Emissions Monitoring

Fuel consumption, flaring, and exhaust emissions are monitored and recorded continuously. We benchmark performance across operations and target year-on-year improvement in energy efficiency. Generator optimisation programmes are implemented fleet-wide.

Waste Management

All waste streams — domestic, industrial, and hazardous — are classified, manifested, and tracked from source to licensed disposal. Segregation facilities are provided on all rigs. We report waste volumes to clients as part of regular environmental reporting.

Marine Life Protection

Environmental baseline surveys are conducted before operations in new locations. Marine exclusion zones are observed during anchor handling and rig moves. Noise and light management protocols are in place to minimise impact on coastal marine ecosystems.

Community & Coastal Stewardship

We recognise that coastal communities depend on the same waters we operate in. We engage with local stakeholders, support environmental monitoring initiatives, and actively participate in industry working groups focused on responsible nearshore drilling practices.

Our Position

Energy & Environment
Are Not Opposites.

The world needs energy. Coastal Vessel Drilling plays a role in delivering it — and we hold no apology for that. Oil and gas from responsibly operated offshore wells powers economies, supports livelihoods, and funds the energy transition itself.

What we do hold ourselves accountable for is how we operate. An independent contractor drilling in coastal waters can do so in a way that respects the environment and the communities nearby — or it can cut corners. We choose not to cut corners.

We are not a renewable energy company. But we are a drilling company that believes responsible operations and long-term thinking are the only viable path forward — for our industry and for the ecosystems we work alongside.

Coastal marine environment

Our Commitments

What We Commit To
on Every Campaign

Pre-Campaign Environmental Baseline Assessment

Every new operating location receives an environmental baseline review before mobilisation — water quality, marine life activity, and sensitive area identification.

Daily Environmental Monitoring & Reporting

Environmental conditions, discharge events, and waste volumes are recorded daily and included in client reporting alongside operational data.

ISO 14001-Compliant Waste Management Plan

A site-specific waste management plan is implemented for every campaign. All waste streams are segregated, manifested, and transported by licensed disposal contractors.

Zero Tolerance for Unplanned Discharges

Any unplanned release — regardless of volume — is immediately reported, contained, and investigated. We do not minimise, delay, or conceal discharge events from regulators or clients.

MARPOL-Compliant Vessel Operations

All vessels in our fleet comply fully with MARPOL Annex I (oil), Annex II (noxious substances), and Annex V (garbage) — maintained and verified through classification society surveys.

Annual Environmental Performance Review

We conduct an annual internal audit of environmental performance across all operations, identify areas for improvement, and set measurable targets for the following year.