“Çağrı Bey” and Its Sister Vessels: A Complex Offshore Drilling System Shaping Somalia’s Energy Future

Although only one vessel is visible at the site, the operation relies on a wide network of international firms providing technical operations, logistics, data management, and security coordination.

Several auxiliary vessels support the drilling, including ships transporting equipment, stabilizing the platform, transferring personnel, and securing the site, with up to three security vessels deployed.

Given the limited mobility of the drilling ship, strict security measures are in place, including naval protection, radar systems, and continuous surveillance provided by Türkiye.

As a result, the CURAD-1 site functions like a floating industrial complex—combining economic ambitions, security priorities, and global strategic interests.