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27 January 2017

IADC Launches Multimedia Educational Website, Drilling Matters

The International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) recently launched Drilling Matters, a new multimedia website that aims to inform, educate and dispel misconceptions about the oil and gas industry.
3 January 2017

IADC Praises Selection of Congressman Ryan Zinke to Lead Department of Interior

As a Member of Congress representing Montana, Rep. Zinke has a unique understanding of the importance of public lands, and in his appointed position, he will have control over federal lands and will regulate offshore energy development. Advancing U.S. energy should be at the forefront of the new administration’s energy policy, and IADC and its members look forward to the opportunity to work with Rep. Zinke on initiatives that will continue to enable the U.S. to be an energy powerhouse.
3 January 2017

IADC Praises Scott Pruitt’s Selection as EPA Administrator

The selection of Scott Pruitt to the role of Administrator of the EPA indicates a clear focus of the incoming administration to foster oil and gas development in the United States.
29 November 2016

IADC Comments on Federal Offshore Leasing Program, Expresses Disappointment with Exclusion of Arctic

“By failing to include the Arctic in the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Leasing Program, the outgoing Administration has proven that it is not interested in growing an industry that provides both jobs and economic benefits for all Americans. IADC members are disappointed that all areas outside of the Gulf of Mexico are excluded from the plan, as it signals a missed opportunity to supply more jobs and strengthen energy independence for the U.S.”
11 November 2016

IADC Partners with Wounded Warrior Project to Employ Injured Veterans

Offering meaningful employment opportunities for injured U.S. veterans is the goal of a unique collaboration between the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC), Lloyd’s Register and the Wounded Warrior Project. The program offers an opportunity for veterans, through the Wounded Warrior Project’s Warriors to Work Program, to work as proctors, overseeing the testing assessment portion of IADC’s WellSharp well control training program.
8 November 2016

IADC Recognizes Excellence with Exemplary Service Awards on First Day of Annual General Meeting Conference

The International Association of Drilling Contractors is hosting today an “IADC Offshore Drilling 101” Lunch and Learn. The event, held at 460 Dirksen – EPW Committee Room, at noon, will detail the basics of offshore drilling operations, along with the positive impacts on the US economy.
8 November 2016

IADC Hosts Offshore Oil and Gas Industry Educational Lunch and Learn Event on Capitol Hill

The International Association of Drilling Contractors is hosting today an “IADC Offshore Drilling 101” Lunch and Learn. The event, held at 460 Dirksen – EPW Committee Room, at noon, will detail the basics of offshore drilling operations, along with the positive impacts on the US economy.
14 July 2016

House Interior Appropriations Act Recognizes Energy Industry’s Economic Contribution

In response to the passage of H.R. 5538, the Interior Appropriations Act, today by the U.S. House of Representatives, IADC President Jason McFarland commented:
9 February 2016

IADC Comments on President Obama’s 2017 Budget, Urges Collaboration with Oil and Gas Industry to Boost American Economy

Today, the White House released President Obama’s 2017 budget proposal. In response, IADC President Jason McFarland issued the following statement: “The U.S. oil and natural gas industry supports 9.8 million jobs and contributes billions of dollars each year to the U.S. Treasury. Despite these significant contributions, the President’s budget continues to use the oil and natural gas industry as an ATM to pay for proposals to fix traffic congestion, poor infrastructure and other items that our nation needs to address...