29.12.2014
Sevan Drilling ASA ("Sevan") announces today that it has successfully amended the revolving credit facility with its majority shareholder, Seadrill Limited. The total capacity available under the secured credit facility has been increased to USD 300 million and a second lien against certain Sevan assets is provided as security. The facility matures in December 2016 and carries an interest rate of Libor plus 6% of the drawn amount. The new agreement is expected to provide Sevan with the necessary liquidity to meet working capital needs through 2016.
For further information, please contact:
Scott McReaken, CEO, Sevan Drilling ASA
+47 911 94 651 mobile
About Sevan Drilling:
Sevan Drilling ASA is an international offshore drilling contractor specializing in the ultra deepwater segment. Sevan Drilling ASA is listed on Oslo Børs.
This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.