Transocean Ltd. reported a substantial net loss of $938 million in Q2 2025, largely driven by a $1.128 billion loss on impairment of assets. However, contract drilling revenues increased sequentially to $988 million, and adjusted EBITDA rose to $344 million, reflecting improved rig utilization and revenue efficiency. The company also generated $104 million in free cash flow.
Net loss attributable to controlling interest was $938 million, or $1.06 per diluted share, primarily due to a $1.128 billion asset impairment loss.
Contract drilling revenues increased by $82 million sequentially to $988 million, driven by higher rig utilization and improved revenue efficiency.
Adjusted EBITDA significantly improved to $344 million, up $100 million sequentially, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 34.9%.
The company generated $104 million in free cash flow during the quarter and is on track to reduce debt by over $700 million this year.
Transocean is focused on improving its balance sheet and expects to reduce debt by over $700 million in 2025, aiming to create long-term shareholder value.