Providence confirm Hook Head drilling

Providence have announced that drilling at their Hook Head site is set to commence.

The company have taken delivery of the Petrolia semi submersible drilling rig from Island Oil and Gas Plc in anticipation of its upcoming appraisal drilling programme at the Hook Head prospect in the Celtic Sea. Under the terms of its rig share agreement with Island Oil and Gas Plc, Providence has secured the Petrolia for a 5-day drilling slot.