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Seadrill Limited (SDRL) - Third Quarter 2022 Results

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Seadrill Limited (NYSE: SDRL) reported robust financial results for Q3 2022, achieving 98% technical utilization. The company generated $269 million in total operating revenues and $20 million in operating profit, with an Adjusted EBITDA of $71 million, translating to a 23% margin. Cash reserves stand at $349 million, including $224 million in unrestricted funds. Notably, Seadrill successfully sold seven jackup rigs in Saudi Arabia, contributing to a total order backlog of approximately $3 billion. The firm also relisted its shares on the NYSE and up-listed to the main Oslo Stock Exchange market.

Positive
  • 98% technical utilization in Q3 2022.
  • Total operating revenues increased by 6% to $269 million.
  • Total cash and cash equivalents at $349 million, with $224 million being unrestricted.
  • Increased total order backlog to approximately $3 billion.
Negative
  • Total Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 5% to $71 million.
  • Operating profit fell by 20% to $20 million.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin reduced to 23.4% from 26.4%.

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Seadrill Limited ("Seadrill" or the "Company") (NYSE: SDRL) (OSE: SDRL), a leader in offshore drilling, provides financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2022.

3Q 2022 Highlights

  • Strong operational performance in 3Q 2022, resulting in 98% technical utilization.
  • Total operating revenues of $269 million, operating profit of $20 million and Total Adjusted EBITDA of $71 million, representing 23% Total Adjusted EBITDA margin.
  • Cash and cash equivalents of $349 million as at September 30, 2022, of which $224 million was unrestricted cash.
  • A share purchase agreement was signed on September 01, 2022, agreeing to sell the legal entities that own and operate seven jackup rigs (AOD I, AOD II, AOD III, West Callisto, West Ariel, West Cressida and West Leda) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • Share purchase agreements were signed on September 30, 2022, to sell Seadrill's entire 35% shareholding in Paratus Energy Services Limited. The closing        is expected to occur in December 2022 or early 2023.
  • Seadrill added $91 million of Order Backlog, bringing the total as at September 30, 2022 to approximately $3.0 billion, of which $718 million related to seven jackup rigs contracted in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that were sold in October.

Subsequent Events

  • Seadrill received approval to relist its common shares on the New York Stock Exchange, with trading commencing on October 14, 2022. Subsequently, Seadrill's status on the Euronext Expand changed from a primary listing to a secondary listing.
  • Seadrill completed the sale of the legal entities that own and operate seven jackup rigs (AOD I, AOD II, AOD III, West Callisto, West Ariel, West Cressida and West Leda) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on October 18, 2022 (the "Jackup Sale"). The Jackup Sale triggered a mandatory payment of $204 million (inclusive of principal, accrued interest and exit fee) under Seadrill's second lien debt facility.
  • On November 14, 2022, Seadrill made a voluntary payment of $269 million (inclusive of principal, accrued interest and exit fee) under its second lien debt facility. As such, in total, Seadrill made payments under its second lien debt facility of $473 million.
  • Seadrill received approval to uplist its common shares from the Euronext Expand to the main list of the Oslo Stock Exchange, with the first day of trading being November 17, 2022.

                                   

                                   

Financial Highlights


Change*

                                               

                                   

Figures in USD million, unless otherwise indicated

                                   

3Q22

                                   

2Q22

 

%

 

                                   

Total Operating Revenues

 

269

 

253

 

6 %

 

                                   

Total Adjusted EBITDA

 

71

 

75

 

(5) %

 

                                   

Total Adjusted EBITDA Margin 

 

23.4 %

 

26.4 %

 

(11) %

 

                                   

Operating Profit

 

20

 

25

 

(20) %

 

Simon Johnson, CEO, commented:

"Third quarter results reaffirmed Seadrill's consistent and solid performance this year, with once again high levels of utilization during the quarter, driven by our operational excellence. Total Adjusted EBITDA was $71 million, in line with Management's expectations.

The West Saturn and West Carina have recently commenced operations in Brazil for their long-term contracts and we look forward to the West Tellus and West Jupiter commencing operations in the coming weeks, solidifying our position as the number one international driller in Brazil.

The sale of 7 jackups to ADES and our stake in Paratus Energy Services are transformative transactions as they enable us to considerably deleverage our balance sheet and materially reduce our cost of debt, driving value for our shareholders and making Seadrill a simpler business to understand for investors.

Furthermore, Seadrill reached the significant milestone of being dual listed on two major stock exchanges, after we re-listed on the New York Stock Exchange and up-listed to the main market of the Oslo Stock Exchange. We remain in a strong position to continue delivering for all our stakeholders and to capitalize on market opportunities. We are focused on ensuring our fleet is one of the youngest and most-technologically advanced in the offshore drilling business and expect to be at the forefront of the sector's recovery as it continues to be buoyed by strong fundamentals."

CONTACT:

seadrill@hawthornadvisors.com

The following files are available for download:

https://mb.cision.com/Public/18925/3675093/898b46aa8ae174af.xhtml

Seadrill Earnings Press Release 3Q22

https://mb.cision.com/Public/18925/3675093/abaf6ac6306d47ef.xhtml

Seadrill Interim Financial Statements on Form 6-K 3Q22

https://mb.cision.com/Public/18925/3675093/a6357d7696b5a20e.pdf

2022-11-30 SDRL FSR Q3

 

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SOURCE Seadrill Limited

FAQ

What were Seadrill's total revenues for Q3 2022?

Seadrill reported total operating revenues of $269 million for Q3 2022.

How much cash did Seadrill have at the end of Q3 2022?

Seadrill had cash and cash equivalents of $349 million at the end of Q3 2022.

What was Seadrill's Adjusted EBITDA margin in Q3 2022?

Seadrill's Adjusted EBITDA margin was 23% in Q3 2022.

What significant sales did Seadrill complete in Q3 2022?

Seadrill sold seven jackup rigs in Saudi Arabia and its stake in Paratus Energy Services.

When did Seadrill relist on the NYSE?

Seadrill relisted its common shares on the NYSE on October 14, 2022.

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