KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended little changed on Friday, as investors remained cautious amid renewed pressure on global bond yields and geopolitical tensions, an analyst said. At 5 pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) eased 0.23 points to 1,736.48 compared with Thursday’s close of 1,736.71. The benchmark index opened 0.63 of a point lower at 1,736.08, and fluctuated between 1,733.13 and 1,738.30 throughout the day. On the broader market, losers outpaced gainers 637 to 578, while 571 counters were unchanged, 1,086 untraded and 47 suspended. Turnover decreased to 3.91 billion units valued at RM3.32 billion from 4.28 billion units valued at RM4.01 billion on Thursday.
Major Contract Wins Across Regions
- Sapura Energy (SAPNRG) secured multiple contracts worth RM3.2 billion, boosting its group order book to RM8.7 billion, with joint ventures holding an additional RM5.7 billion.
- Contracts were awarded to its drilling arm, Sapura Drilling, from key clients across various regions.
Key Contracts & Project Details
- PTTEP Energy Development Ltd awarded contracts for Sapura T-17 and Sapura T-18 drilling rigs, set to commence Q2 FY2026 with a 5-year firm period + 3-year extension option.
- Cabinda Gulf Oil Company (Chevron’s subsidiary) extended the Sapura Jaya rig contract in Angola until November 2025.
- ExxonMobil Malaysia awarded a 30-month drilling contract for the Sapura Berani rig, starting Q1 FY2026.
- EnQuest Malaysia awarded a contract for Sapura Esperanza rig to drill four offshore wells.
Expanding Engineering & Construction (E&C) Division
- The E&C segment secured projects in Brazil and Australia for pipeline installation and asset removal.
Financial & Market Position
- Sapura Energy remains in PN17 status since May 2022, working towards financial recovery.
- Stock closed unchanged at 3 sen, with a market capitalization of RM551.3 million.
Summary:
- Sapura Energy secured RM3.2B in new contracts, expanding its order book to RM8.7B.
- New projects span Malaysia, Angola, Brazil, and Australia.
- Contracts include drilling and engineering & construction works.
- Company remains in PN17 status, focusing on operational excellence & financial recovery.
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