The Atlas Copco RD20 rig, which has the capability to drill up to 6000ft deep, will be used to support the development of gas prospects owned by Miller subsidiary, Cook Inlet Energy.
Preparations for the mobilization were recently completed at Miller’s facilities in Huntsville, Tennessee.
The rig and related equipment will travel by land to Tacoma Washington, where it will be shipped by cargo vessel to Port Nikiski on the Cook Inlet.
It is anticipated to take three to four weeks to complete the move. Rig 34 will undergo modifications in Nikiski to improve its operability during the Alaskan winter before being deployed to the company’s properties on the West side of the Cook Inlet.
There will be significant cost saving with the use of a company owned rig that will use a mix of company personnel and local contractors, according to company officials.
