A Jackup rig is a mobile drilling platforms that has extendable legs and can be “jacked up” above the surface to provide a stable drilling platform in shallow waters.
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What is a Jackup Riser System?
A Jackup Riser System is predominately used on Jackup rigs. The system serves as a conduit, connecting the wellhead on the seafloor to the Jackup rig. The Riser System facilitates containment of the drilling fluids, well control, and in some cases production fluids.
How does a Jackup System differ from other Riser Systems?
Unlike the riser systems used on floating rigs (e.g. semi-submersibles or drillships), which are designed for deeper waters, jackup risers operate in shallow water (up to around 400 feet, or 120 meters). The legs of the jackup rig reach the seabed, providing a fixed point of support and reducing the range of movement, which allows for a simpler riser.