The contract extension with Halliburton comprises fluid and cementing services on several installations. The extension lasts for two years.

The contract extension with MI Swaco is for fluid services. The extension is for two years. The contract extension with Schlumberger comprises cementing services. It is also for a two-year period. All these extensions become effective on September 1, 2008.

Anders Opedal, chief procurement officer of StatoilHydro, said: StatoilHydro expects its suppliers to deliver according to high health, safety, environment and quality standards. These contract extensions are a direct consequence of the suppliers’ ability to meet our expectations.