Maersk Training signs global training agreement with Seadrill

SVENDBORG, Denmark -- Maersk Training has entered into an agreement with Seadrill, one of the largest drilling companies in the world.

Seadrill has selected Maersk Training to deliver its well control training globally under the accreditation of The International Well Control Forum (IWCF).

The agreement will cover more than 2,000 assistant drillers, drillers, toolpushers, installation managers, derrickmen and subsea engineers when they need to renew their well control certification. It will give Seadrill a standardized training process, which previously involved more than 27 schools, and ensure improved safety and performance excellence.

David Gouldin, drilling and well control manager for Seadrill, said, “This centrally managed approach to the training, continuous improvement and accreditation of our crews will allow us to set the standard in well control training.”

Maersk Training has doubled both its revenue and number of training centers in the last three years. It now offers training locally at world-class training facilities in ten of the global maritime and oil production hubs in the world. This year, it has also signed agreements to supply training services to BP and Transocean.

“Our rapid growth reflects the oil and gas industry’s push for improved performance and focus on safety and efficiency,” said Maersk Training CEO Claus Bihl. “Our global presence and facilities, which include fully immersive simulators to make training as close to reality as possible, mean we can provide high-quality learning in a cost effective manner. We are convinced that this focus will help further improve Seadrill’s operational efficiency and cut non-productive time.” 

Financial details under this agreement were not disclosed.