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[H1] WHEN YOU NEED A WELL, WE'LL GET IT DONE.

[H2] We Know The Drill

Our Technology

Our Services

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[H2] Ensign Innovation

Edge AutopilotTM
ADR 1500s
ASR 150

EDGE AUTOPILOTTM
TECH-POWERED PERFORMANCE

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[H3] The next generation full-sized walking rig.

The latest breed of our legendary ADR® is a more powerful, agile rig to drill long lateral sections in horizontal wells and execute rapid moves from pad to pad, the ADR® 1500S.

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[H3] Power with purpose.

Our ASR™ 150 is the industry’s most advanced service rig. It is a fully automated service rig that eliminates all manual manipulation of tubulars from the pipe rack to the make-up of a connection, reducing the number of personnel on the rig floor and making it safer, quicker and more efficient to move between wells.

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[H2] Ensign. The world’s most resourceful energy services company.

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[H2] Our Services

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DRILLING

Whatever your drilling challenge, Ensign is your solution. We offer you an extensive fleet of technologically advanced, purpose-built rigs and a comprehensive range of drilling services. We deliver a customized solution for unparalleled project efficiency.

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Directional Drilling

Ensign is an industry leader in the drilling of deep, complex, challenging wells. Our horizontal and directional drilling teams are among the world’s most skilled and experienced and they are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology

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Drilling solutions

Revolutionize your drilling
operations with EDGE AUTOPILOTTM
engineered for excellence. Delivering
a comprehensive technology suite
for today’s drilling challenges,
optimizing and driving repeatable
reliable drilling performance and
crew safety.

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Well Servicing

Our highly trained, experienced crews are backed by a complete lineup of service rigs to tackle the most challenging environments. Ensign’s service rigs are purpose-built for industry and are designed to move safely, quickly and efficiently. We plan and prepare for every multi-well program so your downtime is minimized. Our fleet has hundreds of rigs deployed worldwide and our well servicing offerings keep your well performing and producing.

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[H1] ENSIGN IS YOUR SOLUTION

[H2] Our Commitment

Ensign is among the world’s strongest consolidated energy service suppliers. Over three decades in the business, we’ve built a culture of innovation that has secured our leadership position in performance and operational best practices. The result: improved safety and optimal performance with lower costs.

[H2] Consistency.
Commitment.
Innovation.

These three concepts are the pillars that form the foundation of all Ensign operations, everywhere we operate around the world. They define our competitive advantage and fuel our dedication to continuous improvement in efficiency, safety and strength.

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[H2] Our Expertise

An Ensign crew is an expert crew. Ensign crews work in the world’s most extreme environments, from arctic to equatorial, desert to rainforest. We train our crews to handle the toughest assignments. We equip them with advanced technology and we inspire them with our company’s unwavering commitment to service. Ensign crews are the best in the industry.

[H2] Drilling

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Whatever your drilling challenge, Ensign is your solution. We offer you an extensive fleet of technologically advanced, purpose-built rigs and a comprehensive range of drilling services. We deliver a customized solution for unparalleled project efficiency. Ensign offers the Enhanced Lease Lighting System (ELLS) for fuel savings with photocell-controlled low power consumption and mitigated light pollution. Learn more here.

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ADR®: The next generation full-sized walking rig.

The latest breed of our legendary ADR® is a more powerful, agile rig to drill long lateral sections in horizontal wells and execute rapid moves from pad to pad.

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ADR® 1500 BROCHURE

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Today’s oil and natural gas producers demand innovative solutions for peak performance. Leading-edge EnPower products from Ensign are the answer. Our state-of-the-art technology will optimize performance, reduce costs, and keep your rigs in service.

The Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) intelligently manages rig power by optimizing generator use and deploying lithium-ion batteries to boost efficiency, cut fuel consumption, and maintain peak performance in tough drilling environments.

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Ensign’s highline power substation connects rigs directly to the grid, delivering major fuel savings, reduced noise and odor, and minimal setup all without compromising performance or expanding the rig footprint.

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Our Natural Gas and Bi-FuelGenerators cut fuel costs and maintain performance while offering flexible fuel sourcing, seamless diesel integration, and enhanced regulatory compliance-all with the reliability you expect.

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[H2] Directional Drilling

Ensign is an industry leader in the drilling of deep, complex, challenging wells. Our horizontal and directional drilling teams are among the world’s most skilled and experienced and they are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

[H2] Drilling Solutions

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Revolutionize your drilling operations with
EDGE AUTOPILOTTM engineered for excellence.
Delivering a comprehensive technology suite
for today’s drilling challenges, optimizing and
driving repeatable reliable drilling performance
and crew safety.

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[H2] Well Servicing​

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Our highly trained, experienced crews are backed by a complete lineup of service rigs to tackle the most challenging environments. Ensign’s service rigs are purpose-built for industry and are designed to move safely, quickly and efficiently. We plan and prepare for every multi-well program so your downtime is minimized. Our fleet has hundreds of rigs deployed worldwide and our well servicing offerings keep your well performing and producing.

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ASR™ 150: Power with purpose.

Our ASR™ 150 is the industry’s most advanced service rig. It is a fully automated service rig that eliminates all manual manipulation of tubulars from the pipe rack to the make-up of a connection, reducing the number of personnel on the rig floor and making it safer, quicker and more efficient to move between wells.

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[H2] RENTAL EQUIPMENT

Ensign delivers safely and responsibly every time. Our pledge to safety and the environment are cornerstones of our commitment to our customers and community. Whether you need Pressure Testing, Tool Rentals, or Torque Wrenches; Ensign’s got what you need to get the job done.

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[H2] Contact our
team today

Do you have any questions about our services?
Contact us today to learn more!

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[H2] Our Story

ENSIGN IS A GLOBAL ENTERPRISE, PROVIDING A UNIQUE EDGE IN OILFIELD SERVICES.

We’ve grown to be one of the world’s largest and technologically advanced oilfield service providers.

We are defined by our inspired thinking and our culture of achievement, delivering a superior customer experience and trusted, reliable performance. Our premium services include contract drilling, directional drilling, underbalanced and managed pressure drilling, rental equipment, well servicing and production services.

Established in 1987, our operations now extend from Canada and the United States to Latin America, the Middle East and Australia.

Over the past quarter-century, we have built a reputation as technology innovators. We were the first in Canada to drill a horizontal well and the first in the world to employ PLC technology, now the industry standard, on an automated drill rig. Those are just two of the many innovations that have kept us at the forefront of technology.

Our History

[H3] Our History
[H2] 1987
Ensign incorporates as a company
and is soon operating four drilling rigs and two well service rigs in Alberta, Canada.
[H2] 1993
Ensign lists on the toronto stock exchange.
[H2] 1994
Ensign enters the U.S. oilfield services market
with the acquisition of a 19-rig company operating in the Rocky Mountain region of the U.S.
[H2] 1995
Ensign launches its proprietary
Automated drill rig (ADR®).
[H2] 2002
Ensign enters the international arena
with the acquisition of an Australian oil company with 23 drilling rigs and five workover rigs in Australia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, South America, and New Zealand.
[H2] 1996
Ensign has the second-largest drilling rig fleet in the Rocky Mountain region and is continuing to expand into major U.S. plays.
[H2] 2005
Ensign continues to build its drilling fleet
with the acquisition of a company with 11 drilling rigs and three workover rigs. Ensign also expands into the Libyan market with the acquisition of three drilling rigs.
[H2] 2011
Ensign expands its services
to the important oil and natural gas resource areas in the southern U.S.
[H2] 2014
Ensign releases the next generation in walking rigs –
The ADR® 1500s.
[H2] 2015
In an industry first, Ensign releases the
Automated service rig (ASR™) 150.
[H2] 2018
Ensign expands its geographic exposure
into well-structures basins, after acquiring Trinidad Drilling ltd.
[H2] 2020
Ensign consolidates its operations in Kuwait and Bahrain
acquiring the remaining 40% ownership in the joint venture Trinidad Drilling International.
[H2] 2021
Ensign strengthens its position in Canada
by acquiring Nabors’ 35 land-based drilling rigs in Canada.
Ensign publishes its inaugural Sustainability Report
[H2] 2022
Ensign sells its Canadian directional drilling business
to Cathedral Energy Services Ltd.
NOW
Ensign continues to strive to deliver the best service quality and performance available in the market.

[H2] Ensign Board of Directors

[H3] N. Murray Edwards
Mr. Edwards has served on the Board of Directors of Ensign since 1989 and had acted as Chairman of the Corporation’s executive management committee throughout this period.Mr. Edwards is an investor and corporate director. Prior to December 2015, he was the President of Edco Financial Holdings Ltd, a private management and consulting company. Mr. Edwards is currently a Director and Chairman of Canadian Natural Resources Limited, publicly traded company and one of the largest independent crude oil and natural gas producers in the world. He is also a Director and Chairman of Magellan Aerospace Corporation, also a publicly traded company. Mr. Edwards has a B.Comm. from the University of Saskatchewan (Great Distinction) and an LL.B. (Honours) from the University of Toronto.
[H3] Robert H. Geddes
Mr. Geddes has served on the Board of Directors since March 2007.Mr. Geddes has been with Ensign since 1991 and is currently the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Corporation, a position he has held since 2007. He has acted as Vice President Canadian Drilling from 1999 to 2004 and President Canadian Operations from 2004 to 2006. He is a past Chairman of the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC), past Chairman of the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA). He holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta.
[H3] Len O. Kangas
Mr. Kangas has been on the Board of Directors of the Corporation since 1990. Mr. Kangas currently acts as chair of the Corporate Governance, Nominations and Risk Committee and sits as a member of the Health, Safety and Environment Committee.Mr. Kangas is a retired businessman and oilfield marketing consultant with over 40 years of experience in oilfield servicing, transportation and related businesses. He was the President of Mar-Len Enterprises Trucking & Rental Company, from 1992 until 2006. He has also served on a number of community and non-profit boards.
[H3] Barth E. Whitham
Mr. Whitham has served on the Ensign Board of Directors since March 2007 and is currently a member of both the Audit Committee and the Health, Safety and Environment Committee.Since 2004, Mr. Whitham has been the President and Chief Executive Officer of Enduring Resources, LLC, a private Denver-based company with exploration and production operations onshore United States. Prior to that he served for 10 years as President, Chief Operating Officer and Director of Westport Resources Corp., a public upstream oil and gas company listed on the NYSE. He has a B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering, an MSc in Economics from the Colorado School of Mines, and is a Registered Professional Engineer. He has sat on the Board of Directors of Intrepid Potash Inc., a Denver-based public company trading on the New York Stock Exchange, since 2008. In 2024, Mr. Whitham was elected Chairman of Intrepid Potash Inc.'s Board.
[H3] Gary W. Casswell
Mr. Gary Casswell joined the Board of Directors on December 4, 2017.Mr. Casswell has over 35 years of experience as a senior executive in the onshore and offshore drilling industries. His industry career most recently included tenure as the President & Chief Executive Officer of Northern Offshore Ltd., a Bermuda-based offshore drilling company. Prior to that, Mr. Casswell acted as the Vice President of Eastern Hemisphere Operations for Pride International, a Houston, Texas based drilling company that was acquired by Ensco plc in 2011. Mr. Casswell has lived and worked extensively throughout the Middle East, including in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Oman, and has extensive experience in the United States land drilling market. He obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Long Beach in 1980.
[H3] Darlene J. Haslam
Ms. Darlene Haslam joined the Board of Directors on March 17, 2022.Ms. Haslam operates a private accounting practice providing accounting consulting services to small and medium sized businesses. She is a Chartered Accountant and Certified Public Accountant and holds the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors. From 2019 until January 2022, Ms. Haslam was a member of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Audit Committee of Providence Therapeutics, a private biotechnology company specializing in messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine therapies. She is currently the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation, where she has served as a director since 2013. Ms. Haslam has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary.
[H3] Karl A. Ruud
Mr. Karl Ruud joined the Board of Directors on November 1, 2023.Mr. Ruud previously held the position of President and Chief Executive Officer and board Director of Akita Drilling Ltd. for over 10 years until his retirement in 2021. He has also served as board Director and for two tenures as Chairman of the Canadian Association of Energy Contractors (“CAOEC”) for a combined 20 years of service. Mr. Ruud has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta.
[H3] Donna J. Carson
Ms. Donna Carson joined the Board of Directors on December 7, 2023.Ms. Carson brings a wealth of experience in accounting and strategic business insights and planning. Ms. Carson received her designation as a CGA accountant in 1992 and brings over 31 years of experience, including years with various oilfield service companies. Currently, Ms. Carson, CIRP, LIT, CPA, CGA, is a Senior Vice-President at MNP Ltd. She also currently sits on the Board of Directors for Money Mentors.

[H2] Meet our Leadership Team

[H3] Robert H. Geddes
President & Chief Operating Officer Mr. Geddes has been with Ensign since 1991 and is currently the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Corporation, a position he has held since 2007. He has acted as Vice President Canadian Drilling from 1999 to 2004 and President Canadian Operations from 2004 to 2006. He is a past Chairman of the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC), past Chairmen of the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA). He holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alberta.
[H3] Trevor Russell
Chief Financial OfficerMr. Russell was appointed Chief Financial Officer effective May 6, 2026. During his 20 years of service with Ensign, he has held progressively more senior leadership roles, most recently serving as Vice President of Finance, a position he has had since December 2016. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Regina and is a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta. Prior to joining Ensign Mr. Russell was with a large multinational agri-business organization where he held various finance related roles.
[H3] Brent Conway
Executive Vice President - International OperationsMr. Conway joined Ensign in December 2018 as Executive Vice President International Operations, shortly after the acquisition by Ensign of Trinidad Drilling Ltd. Mr. Conway was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Trinidad from March 2017 until it was acquired by Ensign, after having served as its President since 2012 and as Chief Financial Officer beginning in 2001. Mr. Conway holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the Haskayne School of Business and obtained his CPA designation in 1996. He is a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) and attained his Certified Directors designation in 2013.
[H3] Nial Shepherd
Senior Vice President, United States Drilling OperationsMr. Shepherd began his career with Ensign in 2019 following the acquisition of Trinidad Drilling and currently holds the position of Senior Vice President, US Drilling. After obtaining a BEng in Engineering Technology from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland, Mr. Shepherd joined Santa Fe Drilling as a Trainee Drilling Engineer in the North Sea. Throughout his career, he has worked in Europe, South America, Central America, the Middle East, and North America, holding various roles in Operations and Project Management. His previous role was Vice President, US Drilling.
[H3] Eldon Culshaw
Senior Vice President - Canadian OperationsMr. Culshaw began his career with Ensign in 2018 and currently holds the position of Senior Vice President of Canadian Operations. Before joining Ensign, Mr. Culshaw worked for various, large-cap Oil and Gas Producers, where he held various operational and managerial roles for 18 years. He obtained his B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering at Montana Tech and is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).

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[H2] Corporate Responsibility

While we provide oilfield services to meet the world’s growing energy demands, we understand our role begins within the communities we operate in. Our unwavering commitment to operating safely, responsibly, and ethically has made us an industry-leader in corporate social responsibility

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Operating in a transparent and ethical manner is key to maintaining the longevity of our business and delivering consistent, long-term value to our shareholders.

Ensign’s Board of Directors currently has four (4) committees, all of which are comprised of independent members of the Board of Directors. Those committees and a summary of their mandates are as follows.

Board of Directors Mandate

AUDIT COMMITTEE MANDATE

CGNR COMMITTEE MANDATE

COMPENSATION COMMITTEE MANDATE

HSE COMMITTEE MANDATE

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Majority Director Voting Policy

Code of Conduct

Ensign’s Code of Conduct includes such topics as employment standards, conflicts of interest, and the treatment of confidential information and trading in the Corporation’s shares, to ensure that the Corporation’s business is conducted in a consistently legal and ethical manner.

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Supplier Code of Conduct

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[H2] Health & Safety

We are committed to building and maintaining a best in class safety culture, through safety and training programs designed to improve safety performance, raise awareness of the importance of safety in our operations, and minimize the impact of our operations on the environment. Every one of us, from management through to entry level, is responsible and accountable for HSE at Ensign. We comply with all applicable laws and relevant industry standards of practiceWe continuously evaluate the HSE aspects of our equipment and servicesWe believe that effective HSE management is good business and we are committed to the continuous improvement of HSE management practices

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[H1] Driving To Zero

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Ensign’s goal is to Drive to Zero® – zero safety incidents, zero injuries, zero days off work due to injury. Driving to Zero® means accepting that every incident is preventable and focusing on the operational discipline to achieve zero incidents and injuries.

Our tools and processes have resulted in an increasingly safety‐aware workplace culture and safer operations overall.

GLOBAL RISK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (GRMS)
Unique to Ensign, our Global Risk Management System (GRMS) captures data from all our operations so performance metrics can be trended, shared

[H2] Our Technology

For every Ensign customer, at every wellsite, we tailor our advanced technology and practices to reduce costs and enhance productivity. We work relentlessly to improve the way our wells are drilled and serviced to deliver efficient, market-leading service.

[H2] Drilling Solutions

[H3] REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR DRILLING OPERATIONS WITH EDGE AUTOPILOTTM ENGINEERED
TECH-POWERED PERFORMANCE
FOR EXCELLENCE

Ensign’s Drilling Solutions team of experts is dedicated to identifying, developing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies that improve drilling efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety to provide industry-leading technologies to our customers.We offer a comprehensive range of resolutions, customized to meet the unique needs of our customers, including advanced drilling systems, automation technologies, directional drilling tools, environmental innovations and more. Our technical expertise is supported by state-of-the-art equipment and tools, ensuring we deliver superior results every time.We recognize the importance of digitalization and are committed to the trend. Our innovations are designed to integrate with digital platforms, providing our customers with real-time data and insights that can help optimize their drilling operations.

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Drilling Solutions Catalogue

[H1] EDGE AUTOPILOTTM
APPLICATIONS

Navigate the future with EDGE AUTOPILOTTM. The trailblazing technology that coordinates full process automation. Unlock each rig’s full potential with unmatched performance through intelligence, algorithms, and machine learning.

AUTOMATED DRILLING SYSTEM (ADS)

The Automated Drilling System (ADS) is reshaping the drilling landscape through seamless automation of crucial tasks.
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AUTOMATED DRILLING SYSTEM (ADS)

Executes multiple functions and applications providing optimal wellbore delivery

QUILL OSCILLATOR ⓟ

This software facilitates sliding and curve build segments of a well by rocking the drill string, reducing friction and enhancing weight transfer to the drill bit for improved directional steering and increased Rate of Penetration.
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QUILL OSCILLATOR ⓟ

Greater supports for directional drilling

Z-TORQUE / SOFT TORQUE

Ensign leads the way in delivering customized stick-slip mitigation solutions, reshaping drilling efficiency. By tackling torsional vibrations, we enhance wellbore delivery time, mitigating risks of premature Measurement While Drilling (MWD) failure, bit failure, and drill pipe fatigue.
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Z-TORQUE / SOFT TORQUE

Improves efficiency with a wider drilling envelope

AUTODRILLER

Elevate your drilling precision with Ensign’s proprietary AutoDriller, a pivotal force in controlling and stabilizing on[1]bottom drilling parameters.
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Autodriller

Accellerates wellbore delivery times

AUTO REAMER

Experience a transformative approach to drilling efficiency with our cutting-edge app that seamlessly automates the entire reaming sequence.
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AUTO REAMER

Ensures consistent operations during reaming

RIG IQ

Rig IQ effectively reduces costs and resource demands for “Cloud” or back-office requirements.
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RIG IQ

Systems for common dysfunctions with real-time performance

AUTO DOWNLINK

Automate downlinking functionality with Auto Downlink, minimizing human error and ensuring unparalleled accuracy.
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AUTO DOWNLINK

Eliminates human error and personnel cost with the automation

AUTOMATIC TOOLFACE CONTROLLER (ATC)

The system maintains the downhole toolface by adjusting the quill position during sliding, crucial for accurate directional drilling.

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AUTOMATIC TOOLFACE CONTROLLER (ATC)

Maintains the downhole toolface

[H2] The Power of EDGE AUTOPILOTTM Portal and Advanced Performance Management team

Transform your drilling operations with Enhanced Customer Portal, delivering an immersive experience akin to being in the drillers cabin.

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ADR® 1500S: The next generation full-sized walking rig.

The latest breed of our legendary ADR® is a more powerful, agile rig to drill long lateral sections in horizontal wells and execute rapid moves from pad to pad.

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ASR™ 150: Power with purpose.

Our ASR™ 150 is the industry’s most advanced service rig. It is a fully automated service rig that eliminates all manual manipulation of tubulars from the pipe rack to the make-up of a connection, reducing the number of personnel on the rig floor and making it safer, quicker and more efficient to move between wells.