Anchor-handler owners (AHTS) are facing a new headache after Norwegian major Equinor unveiled its new rig anchor release (RAR) system.

The kit allows a rig to disconnect from the mooring line spread at the push of a button, broker Westshore said.

The rig can then move to the next location under its own propulsion and connect to a new pre-laid spread using the support of two or four anchor-handlers.