The delay took place as the New York and Oslo-listed contractor carried out "modifications and repairs in order to meet the regulatory requirements for operations in Canadian waters and for the operator to receive authorization from the Canadian authorities to commence operation."
But Seadrill did say it was in negotiations on an 18-month extension worth up to $337 million that would keep the rig working off Canada through April 2017, a deal it expects to complete by the end of November.
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