Pioneer Drilling Co. Ltd.'s newly built rig No. 7, shown at its construction site, incorporates a modular design and telescoping substructure and derrick. The rig has a smaller footprint than most ...
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global oilfield drilling derrick and mast market size is poised to grow by USD 12.74 million during 2019-2023, according to a new report by Technavio, progressing at a ...
In connection with minor repair work in the derrick of the drill ship West Navion, cracks in the wire sheaves have been discovered in the hoisting system of the dual derrick set (Ram Rig). As a result ...
Hurricane Gustav moved through the Gulf of Mexico Sept. 1-5, causing rig and platform evacuations. Dozens of platforms were damaged, but no rigs were lost. Hurricane Ike swept through the gulf Sept.