From the September/October 2001 issue of Drilling Contractor:

IADC ANNUAL MEETING REPORT 

Success and growth mark IADC during busy 2001 
IADC government affairs work aids trade, access
Global standards, safety are key offshore issues
Annual Meeting has operating, technical guidance

ADVANCED DRILLING EQUIPMENT

New Pioneer rigs have AC power, small footprint
New H&P rigs feature "HSE and value by design"
Both land and offshore rigs get extensive upgrades
Dual activity drilling turns in 20-40% time savings
Ultra-premium jackups are fit for deep shelf drilling 
Casing is run faster, more safely with new systems
Closed system moves cuttings from shaker to plant
Evaluation of a rig's fluids handling system pays off
Pre-drilling with templates, tiebacks offers savings
Handheld PC "tools" can speed drilling calculations
New skiddable CTD tower offers safety, flexibility
Rig concept speeds sidetrack drilling, reduces cost

INDUSTRY NEWS

Executive Director of Russia's Association of Drilling Contractors dies

DEPARTMENTS

Drilling Ahead
Capital Wirelines
Editorials
Contractor News
People, Companies and Products

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