Goldman Sachs
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
