Goldman Sachs
May 11, 2026
Arabian Drilling Co. 1Q26 Conference Call Takeaways
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Arabian Drilling reported improved 1Q26 EBITDA margins and a record backlog of SAR 12.5bn, but warned of a 12% revenue decline in 2Q26 due to offshore rig suspensions.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Arabian Drilling reached a record-high backlog of SAR 12.5bn at the end of 1Q26, supported by significant contract extensions.
- 2.Management expects 2Q26 revenue to decline by up to 12% due to temporary offshore rig suspensions and delayed project starts.
- 3.The company successfully entered the international market with its first GCC contract in April 2026.
Table of Contents
- Key discussion points
- Overview on operational performance
- Financials
- Outlook/guidance
- Valuation and risks
- GS Forecast
- Disclosure Appendix
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Authors
Faisal AlAzmehSwarnilee PatraRoman Reshetnev
Securities
2381.SE
Themes
Operational Recovery vs. Geopolitical UncertaintyCost OptimizationRegional Expansion
Regions
Middle EastSaudi Arabia
