Industry groups tackle R&D for drilling automation

Harts E+P magazine: Industry groups tackle R&D for drilling automation The case for drilling automation in both onshore and offshore operations has been robustly debated as the industry moves toward standardized development platforms. The drive for drilling...

Benchmark drilling performance

Harts E+P magazine: Benchmark drilling performance A company that drills wells and tries to beat its previous performance in terms of cost, drilling speed and success in reaching its objective will improve its operations. It uses its own performance as a benchmark....
Drilling management results in successful projects

Drilling management results in successful projects

IADC Drilling Contractor magazine: Drilling management results in successful projects DEEPWATER PROJECTS INVOLVE multiple challenges of new technology, geological uncertainty and, often, a fast track approach. The well’s portion of the total project cost often exceeds...