Seadrill Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results
Seadrill Limited (SDRL) reported fourth quarter and full year 2023 results, with an operating profit of $329 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $495 million for the full year. The company secured market-leading contracts in Brazil and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, completed $342 million of share repurchases, and achieved consistent financial performance.
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Seadrill reported an operating profit of $329 million and full-year Adjusted EBITDA of $495 million.
The company secured market-leading contracts in Brazil and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.
Seadrill completed $342 million of share repurchases, representing 11% of its share capital.
Fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA was $100 million, in line with management expectations.
President and CEO, Simon Johnson, highlighted the company's focus on simplifying and strengthening its business through the Aquadrill acquisition.
The financial results of Seadrill Limited reflect a robust operating profit and Adjusted EBITDA, signaling a strong financial performance aligned with the company's guidance. The declaration of market-leading contracts in Brazil and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico is indicative of the company's competitive positioning and its ability to secure lucrative deals within the industry. The significant share repurchase activity, amounting to 11% of share capital, denotes a shareholder-friendly capital allocation strategy, potentially leading to earnings per share accretion and reflecting management's confidence in the company's intrinsic value.
However, the quarter-over-quarter decrease in Adjusted EBITDA and EBITDA Margin suggests a contraction in operational efficiency or potential market pressures. Investors should monitor these metrics closely as they could be indicative of underlying trends that may affect future profitability. The company's proactive approach to managing contracting gaps and cost inflation is essential in the current economic climate, where cost management is critical to maintaining margins.
Seadrill's strategic acquisition of Aquadrill and the securing of high dayrate contracts underscore the company's strategic expansion and its ability to capitalize on market opportunities. The offshore drilling sector is cyclical and Seadrill's positioning in this cycle, with a focus on high-demand regions such as Brazil and the Gulf of Mexico, suggests a favorable outlook on demand for its services. The reference to 2024 as a year of transition paired with planned inventory of shipyard stays and capital expenditure indicates a forward-looking investment in fleet maintenance and readiness, which is critical for long-term operational success.
Investors should consider the potential impact of these investments on short-term liquidity and long-term asset value. The industry-specific term 'dayrates' refers to the daily rental rate charged by drilling contractors to oil companies, which serves as a key performance indicator for the profitability of contracts. The achievement of high dayrates reflects positively on the company's market leverage and operational excellence.
The external economic factors, such as oil price volatility and geopolitical tensions, can significantly impact Seadrill's operations and profitability. The company's proactive stance in managing exposure to contracting gaps and cost inflation is a prudent measure, particularly in an industry susceptible to cyclical and structural changes. The mention of a year of transition suggests that Seadrill is preparing for shifts in the macroeconomic environment or industry dynamics that could affect its operations.
Investors should note the potential risks associated with the capital-intensive nature of the offshore drilling industry, including the need for continuous investment in fleet maintenance and the impact of environmental regulations. The company's ability to navigate these challenges while maintaining financial discipline and operational efficiency will be critical in sustaining its competitive advantage and ensuring long-term stakeholder value.
02/28/2024 - 05:15 PM
HAMILTON, Bermuda --(BUSINESS WIRE)--
February 28, 2024 -- Seadrill Limited (“Seadrill” or the "Company") (NYSE & OSE: SDRL) today reported its fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.
Quarterly highlights
Delivered full-year operating profit of $329 million and full-year Adjusted EBITDA(1) of $495 million , in line with guidance
Reported fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA(1) of $100 million , consistent with management expectations
Secured market-leading contracts in both Brazil and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico , representing some of the highest dayrates achieved so far in this market cycle
As of February 27, 2024, completed $342 million of share repurchases, representing 11% of its share capital, as part of its share repurchase program initiated in September 2023 and expanded in December 2023
Financial highlights
Three months ended
Figures in USD million, unless otherwise indicated
December 31, 2023
September 30, 2023
Total Operating Revenues
408
414
Contract Revenues
315
324
Operating Profit
52
117
Adjusted EBITDA (1)
100
151
Adjusted EBITDA Margin (1)
24.5%
36.5%
Diluted Earnings Per Share ($)
0.95
1.10
"We continued to simplify and strengthen our business through 2023, achieving scale through the Aquadrill acquisition and delivering operational and financial results that allowed us to make meaningful returns to shareholders through our repurchase program," remarked President and Chief Executive Officer, Simon Johnson.
"We have long anticipated 2024 will be a year of transition. We have planned and prepared for a busy inventory of shipyard stays and accompanying capital expenditure. We continue to act proactively to manage and mitigate our exposure to contracting gaps and cost inflation when these appear. Though 2024 will certainly have some challenges, our optimism about the medium- and longer-term outlook for the offshore deepwater drilling industry and our competitive positioning within it remains positive and unchanged."
Financial and operational results
For the fourth quarter 2023, Seadrill recognized $408 million in total operating revenues. The Company generated $315 million in contract revenues, compared to $324 million the prior quarter, operating an average of 12 rigs at an economic utilization of 92.4% . These figures exclude the three drillships (West Gemini , Sonangol Quenguela , and Sonangol Libongos ) the Company manages through Sonadrill, its 50:50 joint venture with Sonangol E.P., which generated an additional $73 million in management contract revenues. The Company earned an additional $20 million in reimbursable and other revenues, which includes bareboat charter income from Gulfdrill, a 50:50 joint venture between Seadrill and Gulf Drilling International. Operating expenses increased sequentially to $356 million from $304 million the prior quarter. The increase was primarily attributable to a change in provisions, repair and maintenance projects, severance, and personnel costs. Adjusted EBITDA(1) was $100 million , a $51 million decrease from the prior quarter.
Net cash provided by operating activities was $140 million for the fourth quarter, a $28 million , or 25% , sequential improvement compared to the third quarter. Capital expenditures totaled $90 million in the fourth quarter, compared to $61 million in the third quarter, and consisted of long-term maintenance costs of $42 million , included in operating cash flows, and $48 million of capital upgrades, related to contract preparation and incremental equipment spend. Resulting Free Cash Flow(1) for the fourth quarter was $92 million .
Full-year total operating revenues were approximately $1.5 billion , a 48% increase from $1.0 billion the prior year. Full- year operating profit was $329 million and full- year Adjusted EBITDA(1) was $495 million , or 33.0% of revenues, in line with guidance. The results reflect three quarters of earnings from rigs acquired through the Company’s Aquadrill transaction, which closed in April 2023.
Share repurchases
During the fourth quarter, Seadrill completed its initial $250 million buyback program, which started on September 12, 2023, and commenced an incremental $250 million program, on December 14, 2023. As of February 27, 2024, Seadrill had repurchased a total of eight million shares, equating to 11% of its share capital, at an average price of $43.36 per share for a total of $342 million in shareholder returns.
Balance sheet
As of December 31, 2023, Seadrill had gross principal debt of $625 million , consisting of $575 million in aggregate principal amount of 8.375% senior secured second lien notes due 2030 and $50 million in senior unsecured convertible notes, and $728 million in cash and cash equivalents, including $31 million in restricted cash. The Company maintains an additional $225 million in available borrowings under its undrawn senior secured revolving credit facility.
Operational and commercial activity
As of February 28, 2024 Seadrill's Order Backlog(2) stood at approximately $2.9 billion , including approximately $1.1 billion in contract additions and adjustments since November 27, 2023. The Company previously announced notable contracts in Brazil and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico that represent some of the highest dayrates for those regions during this market cycle.
In December 2023, Seadrill announced it had secured $1.1 billion in Brazil contracts, following a competitive bidding process. Petrobras awarded 1,064-day fixed-term contracts to both the West Auriga and the West Polaris , representing approximately $577 million and $518 million in respective contract value, inclusive of additional services and mobilization fees. The Company expects the contracts to commence in the fourth quarter of 2024, after which Seadrill will be operating six drillships offshore Brazil .
In January 2024, Seadrill announced Talos Production Inc. had awarded the West Vela a contract in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico with an estimated duration of 150 days and a total contract value of approximately $74 million , excluding managed pressure drilling (MPD) services. The Company expects the contract to commence following the completion of the rig’s existing firm-term contracts with other independent operators in the region.
Prior to beginning their new contracts, all three of these rigs will transition from existing third-party managers to Seadrill, allowing the Company to capture intended cost savings from its Aquadrill acquisition.
The Company today provided an updated fleet status report on its website, www.seadrill.com/investors .
Conference call information
Seadrill will host a conference call to discuss its results on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 09:00 CST / 16:00 CET. Interested participants may join the call by dialing +1 (888) 660-6819 (Passcode: 7310670) at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. The Company will also webcast the call live on its website, www.seadrill.com/investors , where a replay and prepared remarks, which includes guidance for fiscal year 2024 and a reconciliation of any non-GAAP financial metrics in such guidance, will be available afterwards.
(1) Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin and Free Cash Flow are non-GAAP measures. The appendices to this press release include definitions of these non-GAAP measures and reconciliations to the most comparable GAAP measure.
(2) Order Backlog includes all firm contracts at the contractual operating dayrate multiplied by the number of days remaining in the firm contract period. It includes management contract revenues and lease revenues from bareboat charter arrangements and excludes revenues for mobilization, demobilization, contract preparation, and other incentive provisions and backlog relating to non-consolidated entities.
About Seadrill
Seadrill is a leading offshore drilling contractor utilizing advanced technology to unlock oil and gas resources for clients across harsh and benign locations around the globe. Seadrill’s high-quality, technologically-advanced fleet spans all asset classes allowing its experienced crews to conduct operations across geographies, from shallow to ultra-deepwater environments.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements other than statements of historical facts included in this news release, including those regarding the Company’s outlook and guidance, plans, strategies, business prospects, rig activity, share repurchases, changes and trends in its business and the markets in which it operates are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements can often, but not necessarily, be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms "assumes", "projects", "forecasts", "estimates", "expects", "anticipates", "believes", "plans", "intends", "may", "might", "will", "would", "can", "could", "should" or, in each case, their negative, or other variations or comparable terminology. These statements are based on management’s current plans, expectations, assumptions and beliefs concerning future events impacting the Company and therefore involve a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this news release. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, offshore drilling market conditions including supply and demand, day rates, customer drilling programs and effects of new rigs on the market, contract awards and rig mobilizations, contract backlog, dry-docking and other costs of maintenance of the drilling rigs in the Company’s fleet, the cost and timing of shipyard and other capital projects, the performance of the drilling rigs in the Company’s fleet, delay in payment or disputes with customers, Seadrill's ability to successfully employ its drilling units, procure or have access to financing, ability to comply with loan covenants, liquidity and adequacy of cash flow from operations, fluctuations in the international price of oil, international financial market conditions, inflation, changes in governmental regulations that affect the Company or the operations of the Company’s fleet, increased competition in the offshore drilling industry, the impact of global economic conditions and global health threats, pandemics and epidemics, our ability to maintain relationships with suppliers, customers, employees and other third parties and our ability to maintain adequate financing to support our business plans, our ability to successfully complete any acquisitions, divestitures and mergers, our liquidity and the adequacy of cash flows for our obligations, our liquidity and the adequacy of cash flows for our obligations, our ability to satisfy the continued listing requirements of the New York Stock Exchange and the Oslo Stock Exchange, or other exchanges where our common shares may be listed, or to cure any continued listing standard deficiency with respect thereto, the cancellation of drilling contracts currently included in reported contract backlog, losses on impairment of long-lived fixed assets, shipyard, construction and other delays, the results of meetings of our shareholders, political and other uncertainties, including those related to the conflict in Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East , the effect and results of litigation, regulatory matters, settlements, audit, assessments and contingencies, including any litigation related to the merger of the Company (“Merger”) with Aquadrill LLC (“Aquadrill”), our ability to successfully integrate with Aquadrill following the Merger, the concentration of our revenues in certain geographical jurisdictions, limitations on insurance coverage, our ability to attract and retain skilled personnel on commercially reasonable terms, the level of expected capital expenditures, our expected financing of such capital expenditures, and the timing and cost of completion of capital projects, fluctuations in interest rates or exchange rates and currency devaluations relating to foreign or U.S. monetary policy, tax matters, changes in tax laws, treaties and regulations, tax assessments and liabilities for tax issues, legal and regulatory matters in the jurisdictions in which we operate, customs and environmental matters, the potential impacts on our business resulting from decarbonization and emissions legislation and regulations, the impact on our business from climate-change generally, the occurrence of cybersecurity incidents, attacks or other breaches to our information technology systems, including our rig operating systems and other important factors described from time to time in the reports filed or furnished by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") . Consequently, no forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. When considering these forward-looking statements, you should also keep in mind the risks described from time to time in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2022, filed with the SEC on April 19, 2023 (File No. 001-39327), and subsequent reports on Form 6-K.
The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all of these factors. Further, the Company cannot assess the impact of each such factors on its business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to be materially different from those contained in any forward-looking statement.
This information is subject to disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.
Seadrill Limited
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In $ millions, except per share data)
Successor
Successor
Predecessor
Three months
ended
December 31,
2023
Three months
ended
December 31,
2022
Twelve
months ended
December 31,
2023
Period from
February 23,
2022 through
December 31,
2022
Period from
January 1,
2022 through
February 22,
2022
Operating revenues
Contract revenues
315
139
1,154
574
124
Reimbursable revenues
6
6
32
27
4
Management contract revenues (1)
73
64
271
203
36
Other revenues (1)
14
19
45
39
5
Total operating revenues
408
228
1,502
843
169
Operating expenses
Vessel and rig operating expenses (2)
(220)
(122)
(705)
(445)
(76)
Reimbursable expenses
(5)
(6)
(29)
(24)
(4)
Depreciation and amortization
(44)
(43)
(155)
(135)
(17)
Management contract expenses
(58)
(49)
(200)
(148)
(31)
Merger and integration related expenses
(3)
(3)
(24)
(3)
—
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(26)
(13)
(74)
(54)
(6)
Total operating expenses
(356)
(236)
(1,187)
(809)
(134)
Other operating items
Gain on disposals
—
1
14
1
2
Total other operating items
—
1
14
1
2
Operating profit/(loss)
52
(7)
329
35
37
Financial and other non-operating items
Interest income
13
7
35
14
—
Interest expense
(15)
(25)
(59)
(98)
(7)
Share in results from associated companies (net of tax)
10
5
37
(2)
(2)
Reorganization items, net
—
(3)
—
(15)
3,683
Other financial and non-operating items
(6)
—
(25)
3
30
Total financial and other non-operating items, net
2
(16)
(12)
(98)
3,704
Profit/(loss) before income taxes
54
(23)
317
(63)
3,741
Income tax benefit/(expense)
19
—
(17)
(10)
(2)
Net income/(loss) from continuing operations
73
(23)
300
(73)
3,739
Income/(loss) after tax from discontinued operations
—
272
—
274
(33)
Net income
73
249
300
201
3,706
Basic EPS: continuing operations ($)
0.97
(0.46)
4.23
(1.46)
37.25
Diluted EPS: continuing operations ($)
0.95
(0.46)
4.12
(1.46)
37.25
Basic EPS ($)
0.97
4.98
4.23
4.02
36.92
Diluted EPS ($)
0.95
4.75
4.12
3.88
36.92
(1) Includes revenue received from related parties of $79 million , $298 million , $70 million , $216 million and $19 million for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2023, the three months ended December 31, 2022, the period from February 23, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (Successor) and period from January 1, 2022 through February 22, 2022 (Predecessor) respectively.
(2) Includes costs paid to related parties of $3 million for the period from January 1, 2022 through February 22, 2022 (Predecessor).
Seadrill Limited
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In $ millions, except per share data)
December 31,
2023
December 31,
2022
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
697
480
Restricted cash
31
44
Accounts receivable, net
222
137
Amounts due from related parties, net
9
27
Other current assets
199
169
Total current assets
1,158
857
Non-current assets
Investments in associated companies
90
84
Drilling units
2,858
1,668
Restricted cash
—
74
Deferred tax assets
46
15
Equipment
10
10
Other non-current assets
56
93
Total non-current assets
3,060
1,944
Total assets
4,218
2,801
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Debt due within one year
—
22
Trade accounts payable
53
76
Other current liabilities
336
306
Total current liabilities
389
404
Non-current liabilities
Long-term debt
608
496
Deferred tax liabilities
9
9
Other non-current liabilities
229
190
Total non-current liabilities
846
695
Commitments and contingencies
Equity
Common shares of par value US$0.01 per share: 375,000,000 shares authorized and 74,048,962 issued at December 31, 2023 (December 31, 2022: 49,999,998)
1
—
Additional paid-in capital
2,480
1,499
Accumulated other comprehensive income
1
2
Retained earnings
501
201
Total equity
2,983
1,702
Total liabilities and equity
4,218
2,801
Seadrill Limited
U NAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In $ millions)
Successor
Predecessor
Year ended
December 31,
2023
Period from
February 23,
2022 through
December 31,
2022
Period from
January 1,
2022 through
February 22,
2022
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Net income
300
201
3,706
Net income/(loss) from continuing operations
300
(73)
3,739
Net income/(loss) from discontinued operations
—
274
(33)
Adjustments related to discontinued operations (1)
—
(262)
38
Adjustments to reconcile net profit/(loss) to net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities:
Change in allowance for credit losses
(1)
1
(1)
Depreciation and amortization
155
135
17
Gain on disposals
(14)
(1)
(2)
Amortization of debt issuance costs and discount on debt
2
—
7
Payment in kind interest
—
30
—
Share in results from associated companies (net of tax)
(37)
2
2
Non-cash gain reorganization items, net
—
—
(3,487)
Fresh Start valuation adjustments
—
—
(266)
Others
9
(7)
(7)
Deferred tax benefit
(13)
(3)
(4)
Other cash movements in operating activities
Payments for long-term maintenance
(108)
(83)
(2)
Repayments made under failed sales and leaseback arrangements
—
—
(11)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effect of acquisitions and disposals
Trade accounts receivable
(25)
32
(11)
Trade accounts payable
(34)
23
—
Prepaid expenses/accrued revenue
(1)
9
—
Deferred revenue
1
44
(18)
Deferred mobilization costs
25
(111)
(4)
Related party receivables
19
(10)
(13)
Other assets
(22)
49
(4)
Other liabilities
31
16
4
Net cash flows provided by/(used in) operating activities
287
65
(56)
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Additions to drilling units and equipment
(101)
(131)
(18)
Proceeds from sales of tender-assist units
84
—
—
Proceeds from disposal of assets
14
1
2
Net proceeds on disposal of business and cash impact from deconsolidation
21
659
(94)
Acquisition of Subsidiary
24
—
—
Funds advanced to discontinued operations
—
(16)
(20)
Net cash used in investing activities - discontinued operations
—
(40)
—
Net cash flows provided by/(used in) investing activities
42
473
(130)
(1)
Relates to adjustments made to the net income/(loss) from discontinued operations to reconcile to net cash flows in operating activities from discontinued operations. The adjustments reconcile net income/(loss) from discontinued operations to net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities, other cash movements in operating activities, and changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effect of acquisitions and disposals. The net cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2023 was nil, for the successor period from February 23, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (Successor) was $12 million and for the predecessor period from January 1, 2022 through February 22, 2022 (Predecessor) was $5 million .
Seadrill Limited
UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In $ millions)
Successor
Predecessor
Year ended
December 31,
2023
Period from
February 23,
2022 through
December 31,
2022
Period from
January 1,
2022 through
February 22,
2022
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Proceeds from bond issuance
576
—
175
Proceeds from convertible bond issuance
—
—
50
Repayments of secured credit facilities
(478)
(464)
(160)
Share issuance costs
(4)
—
—
Share repurchases
(263)
—
—
Debt issuance costs
(31)
—
—
Net cash provided by financing activities - discontinued operations
—
16
20
Net cash (used in)/provided by financing activities
(200)
(448)
85
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
1
(1)
6
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash
130
89
(95)
Cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, at beginning of the period
598
509
604
Included in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash per the balance sheet
598
490
516
Included in assets of discontinued operations
—
19
88
Cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, at the end of period
728
598
509
Included in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash per the balance sheet
728
598
490
Included in assets of discontinued operations
—
—
19
Supplementary disclosure of cash flow information
Interest paid
(36)
(57)
—
Taxes paid
(24)
(5)
(1)
Reorganization items, net paid
—
(13)
(56)
Appendix I - Reconciliation of Operating Profit to Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA represents operating profit before depreciation, amortization and similar non-cash charges. Additionally, in any given period the Company may have significant, unusual or non-recurring items which may be excluded from Adjusted EBITDA for that period. When applicable, these items are fully disclosed and incorporated into the reconciliation provided below.
Adjusted EBITDA Margin is calculated by dividing Adjusted EBITDA by total operating revenues.
Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure used by investors to measure Seadrill's ongoing financial and operating strength. The Company believes that Adjusted EBITDA assists investors by excluding the potentially disparate effects between periods of interest, other financial items, taxes and depreciation and amortization, which are affected by various and possibly changing financing methods, capital structure and historical cost basis and which may significantly affect operating profit between periods.
Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered as an alternative to operating profit or any other indicator of Seadrill's performance calculated in accordance with US GAAP.
The table below reconciles operating profit to Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended December 31, 2023 and September 30, 2023.
Figures in USD million, unless otherwise indicated
Three months
ended December
31, 2023
Three months
ended September
30, 2023
Operating profit
52
117
Depreciation and amortization
44
39
Merger and integration related expenses
3
2
Other adjustments (1)
1
(7)
Adjusted EBITDA (a)
100
151
Total operating revenues (b)
408
414
Adjusted EBITDA Margin (a)/(b)
24.5%
36.5%
(1) Primarily gains on sundry asset disposals in September 2023 and costs associated with the closure of the Company's London office in December 2023.
The table below reconciles operating profit to Adjusted EBITDA for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023.
Figures in USD million, unless otherwise indicated
Twelve months
ended December
31, 2023
Operating profit
329
Depreciation and amortization
155
Merger and integration related expenses
24
Other adjustments (1)
(13)
Adjusted EBITDA (a)
495
Total operating revenues (b)
1,502
Adjusted EBITDA Margin (a)/(b)
33.0%
(1) Primarily gains on sundry asset disposals and costs associated with the closure of the Company's London office.
Appendix II - Contract Revenues Supporting Information
Contract Revenues Supporting Information(1)
Three months
ended December
31, 2023
Three months
ended September
30, 2023
Average number of rigs on contract(2)
12
12
Average contractual dayrates(3) (in $ thousands)
298
290
Economic utilization(4)
92.4%
92.9%
(1) Excludes three drillships managed on behalf of Sonadrill (West Gemini, Sonangol Quenguela, Sonangol Libongos); and excludes rigs bareboat chartered to Gulfdrill (West Telesto, West Castor, West Tucana).
(2) The average number of rigs on contract is calculated by dividing the aggregate days the Company's rigs were on contract during the reporting period by the number of days in that reporting period.
(3) The average contractual dayrate is calculated by dividing the aggregate contractual dayrates during a reporting period by the aggregate number of days for the reporting period.
(4) Economic utilization is defined as dayrate revenue earned during the period, excluding bonuses, divided by the contractual operating dayrate, multiplied by the number of days on contract in the period. If a drilling unit earns its full operating dayrate throughout a reporting period, its economic utilization would be 100% . However, there are many situations that give rise to a dayrate being earned that is less than the contractual operating rate, such as planned downtime for maintenance. In such situations, economic utilization reduces below 100% .
Appendix III - Reconciliation of net cash flows provided by operating activities to Free Cash Flow
The Company also presents Free Cash Flow as a non-GAAP liquidity measure. Free Cash Flow is calculated as net cash provided by (used in) operating activities less cash paid for additions to drilling units and equipment. The table below reconciles net cash flows provided by operating activities to Free Cash Flow for the three months ended December 31, 2023 and September 30, 2023.
Figures in USD million
Three months
ended December
31, 2023
Three months
ended September
30, 2023
Net cash flows provided by operating activities
140
112
Additions to drilling units and equipment
(48)
(28)
Free Cash Flow
92
84
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Seadrill contact information
Lydia Brantley Mabry
Director of Investor Relations
T: +1 (832) 252-7064
E: lydia.mabry@seadrill.com
Source: Seadrill Limited
What were Seadrill's full-year Adjusted EBITDA for 2023?
Seadrill reported full-year Adjusted EBITDA of $495 million for 2023.
What contracts did Seadrill secure in the fourth quarter of 2023?
Seadrill secured market-leading contracts in Brazil and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico in the fourth quarter of 2023.
How much of its share capital did Seadrill complete in share repurchases by February 27, 2024?
Seadrill completed $342 million of share repurchases, representing 11% of its share capital by February 27, 2024.
Who remarked on Seadrill's business performance in 2023 and the outlook for 2024?
President and CEO, Simon Johnson, remarked on Seadrill's business performance in 2023 and highlighted the company's outlook for 2024.
What was Seadrill's fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA for 2023?
Seadrill reported fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $100 million for 2023.