ARO Drilling is a world-class offshore drilling contractor that owns, operates, and manages a fleet of high-specification and premium jack-up rigs in Saudi Arabia. ARO Drilling is a joint venture between Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil and gas company, and Valaris Companies, an industry-leading, global drilling contractor. This joint venture marks a major milestone towards the development of a competitive Saudi energy sector, as encapsulated in Saudi Aramco’s In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) program and Saudi Vision 2030.

Saudi Aramco and Valaris Companies have worked together continuously in the Saudi Arabian market since 2006, and this strengthened partnership will ensure increased collaboration between the partners, increased efficiency of drilling operations, improved localization of the drilling industry in Saudi Arabia, and best-in-class drilling performance.

The offshore drilling market in Saudi Arabia is expected to expand, creating considerable demand for drilling services. We are committed to purchasing up to 20 newbuild jack-up rigs over 10 years, taking delivery of the first rig as early as 2022, in order to meet Saudi Aramco’s offshore drilling requirements in the Kingdom.

For more information on our shareholders:
https://www.valaris.com
https://www.saudiaramco.com

ARO Drilling

ARO Drilling's headquarters in dammam, Saudi Arabia

This department oversees the management and maintenance of rigs, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Rig Operations

The Operation and Project Engineers at ARO Drilling play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective performance of offshore drilling activities. They oversee the planning, execution, and management of drilling operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and project timelines. This team collaborates closely with various stakeholders to optimize rig performance, implement new technologies, and enhance operational protocols, thereby contributing to the continuous improvement and expansion of the company’s drilling capabilities in the Saudi Arabian market.

Operation and Project Engineers

The Human Resources team at ARO Drilling is dedicated to managing and supporting the company's workforce. They handle talent acquisition, ensuring the organization attracts and retains skilled professionals. The team oversees HR administration, including policy development, employee benefits, and organizational development. They strive to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, fostering a productive and positive work environment that aligns with the goals of Saudi Aramco’s In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) program and Saudi Vision 2030.

Human Resources

This department focuses on the management and execution of drilling activities in various projects.

Drilling Operations

The Engineering Team at ARO Drilling is responsible for the design, maintenance, and optimization of the high-specification and premium jack-up rigs utilized in offshore drilling operations. This team ensures that all mechanical, structural, electrical, and instrumentation systems are operating efficiently and safely, supporting consistent and top-tier drilling performance aligned with Saudi Aramco’s requirements and Saudi Vision 2030. Additionally, they contribute to the innovation and localization of the drilling industry in Saudi Arabia by spearheading technical advancements and reliability improvements.

Engineering Team

This department provides installation, maintenance, and repair services for electrical systems and components.

Electrical Services

This department manages the procurement process, including sourcing, contracting, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure efficient purchasing of goods and services.

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