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May 14, 2026

ADES Expanded Global Offshore Platform Yields Diversification Benefits

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Goldman Sachs reiterates a Buy rating on ADES with a SAR 22.90 target, highlighting its leadership in a tightening global offshore jack-up market following the successful integration of Shelf Drilling.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.ADES is benefiting from its position as the world's largest global offshore jack-up player in a structurally tightening market.
  • 2.The integration of Shelf Drilling is providing diversification benefits, hedging against operational disruptions in the GCC.
  • 3.1Q26 Group revenues grew 62.6% YoY to SAR 2.4bn, driven by the Shelf Drilling consolidation and high utilization rates.

Table of Contents

  • Takeaways from conference call
  • Compelling risk-reward profile leaves valuation screening attractively in light of tight offshore market
  • Key focus areas for the name and conference call takeaways
  • Structural offshore upcycle opportunity
  • Backlog quality, contract awards, and capital structure
  • Market commentary in charts
  • Expansion of global offshore platform should continue to drive solid performance
  • Estimate changes, valuation and risks
  • Disclosure Appendix

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Authors

Faisal AlAzmehSwarnilee PatraRoman Reshetnev

Securities

ADESShelf DrillingArabian DrillingSaudi Aramco

Themes

Offshore Super-cycleM&A Integration & SynergiesInternational Diversification

Regions

Middle EastAsia PacificAfricaSaudi ArabiaKuwaitIndia