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A Driller’s Life returns with Jim Beath’s unforgettable first day on the rig; a story of mud, mentorship, and the kind of lessons you only learn once you’ve got your hands on the throttle.

How can we ensure drillers are being compensated to the best of the company’s ability while companies still make a profit? Rachel Bourne breaks it down.

It all starts with a driller, a bowl of Kaboom cereal, and a mom in a fuzzy blue robe. Ends with prison, Pizza Hut, and a pastor with one less thumb. Yes, it’s all true — meet Jim Beath.

It’s only the first step toward erasing Biden’s key climate policy, but the politics are difficult amid the push for Trump’s tax cuts. The potential climate consequences are profound.

It's crucial to address workplace harassment in the drilling industry, foster open conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.

Tucker Johnson, a 13-year-old future driller, is already making his mark in the well drilling industry, embodying the leadership, work ethic, and innovation needed to carry on his family’s legacy at Johnson Well Drilling.

The Paris 2024 Olympics have highlighted the severe impacts of climate change on major sporting events, from polluted water in the Seine River to extreme weather conditions, raising critical concerns for both athletes and outdoor workers like drillers.

Ontario's first geotech and environmental drilling training day bridged the knowledge gap through industry collaboration and professional development. 

This informative article from Chad Decker of Devco delves into the evolving challenges and strategies within the drilling industry, focusing on navigating new regulations, embracing technological advancements, and maintaining operational efficiency through effective leadership and strategic planning.

Discover how Nancy Pasillas seeks to connect drillers and geologists with engineers against one common enemy: project challenges.