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Seadrill's ultra-deepwater drillship, West Capella, during sea trials in South Korea in 2008. — Seadrill's ultra-deepwater drillship, West Capella, during sea trials in South Korea in 2008.Photo: SEADRILL

Amanda Battersby

Asia Bureau ChiefSingapore

Published 7 January 2025, 01:52Updated 7 January 2025, 01:52

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