Seadrill receives "overwhelming" support for rescue plan from lenders

A majority of 88 percent of lenders have accepted a restructuring deal for ailing rig company Seadrill, controlled by John Fredriksen. The rescue plan must be approved by a court before October 26.
Photo: Seadrill
Photo: Seadrill

Ailing rig company Seadrill, controlled by John Fredriksen, has gained backing from an "overwhelming" majority of the company's creditors and shareholders for its rescue plan.

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