Construction Drilling

The Real Cost of Doing Business: Leadership, Scaling, and the Professional Driller

brock@thedriller.com (Brock Yordy) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:54:07 -0400

Four environmental drilling executives share how hidden downtime, owner burnout, rapid expansion and changing workforce expectations are redefining what it takes to build a resilient, professional drilling company.

Extreme Ownership from the Front Lines to the Rig Platform

brock@thedriller.com (Brock Yordy) — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:22:53 -0400

What Rob Jones Teaches Us About Leadership

Three bits: Gateway tunnel boring begins, the 'dirty energy' states and more

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:20:46 -0400

Your routine roundup of drilling news from across the globe.

The Anthropology of Drilling: A Field Guide for Drillers, Engineers, Scientists, and GCs

brock@thedriller.com (Brock Yordy) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

What happens when engineers, scientists and GCs step into the natural habitat of Homo Sapiens Drillerus? Mud flies, field instincts take over and engineered plans meet what the ground is actually willing to give you. Take a humorous trip inside drill crew culture and discover why respecting the experience at the controls can help keep projects moving.

Rock Xtreme® RX Series

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The next big thing in drilling can be small.

Drillers and More Get the Opportunity to 'Educate Themselves' at the 2026 NDA Drill Expo

kgabriel@bnpmedia.com (Kerith Gabriel) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:14:33 -0400

Nearly 500 attendees where treated to two days of education, instruction and camaderie inside the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville

Heading to this week's NDA Drill Expo? Here's what you can expect.

johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com (John Oldani) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:11:53 -0400

Big rigs, industry challenges, AI, safety and two packed days in Nashville. Here’s what you won’t want to miss Sept. 17-18.

The Tale of Two Mentors: How Knowledge Keepers and Wisdom Sharers Redefine Field Experience

brock@thedriller.com (Brock Yordy) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Veteran drillers can either guard what they know or pass it on. The difference can shape safety, uptime, crew development and the future of the trade.

2026 State of the Drilling Industry Report

brock@thedriller.com (Brock Yordy) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A latest look at what’s powering water, energy and infrastructure

The Road to 2050

brock@thedriller.com (Brock Yordy) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:32:47 -0400

The geothermal exchange industry is an expanding, self-sustaining industrial empire.

Teaching The Next Generation of Water Well Drillers

kgabriel@bnpmedia.com (Kerith Gabriel) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:20:27 -0400

As experienced drillers retire, a new generation is stepping up. Meet the students, educators, and industry leaders working to build the future of water well drilling through hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunity.

Looking for new work boots? Here's three to consider.

kgabriel@bnpmedia.com (Kerith Gabriel) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:43:03 -0400

Our editors share three great work boots that caught their attention

Houston-based Prime Horizontal announces buyout with a goal of expansion into more global markets

kgabriel@bnpmedia.com (Kerith Gabriel) — Wed, 06 May 2026 12:29:40 -0400

The company still prides itself on being the first HDD guidance firm to complete an intersect pilot hole and still holds records for drill depths with its system.

Driller Feedback Drives Innovation in Geotechnical & Environmental Drilling

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Today's drilling challenges demand smarter solutions. Discover how real operator feedback is driving breakthrough innovations in multi-application rigs, digital integration, and training-friendly designs that boost productivity and profitability.

Relentless Heat in 2026 Raises Stakes for Drilling Safety

johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com (John Oldani) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

More frequent and intense heatwaves are becoming part of the operating landscape, not an exception to it.

Family vs Career: Is There a Choice?

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:11:46 -0500

An easy question like this can be difficult to answer on the spot. Recently, I was given this same list and asked to rank my top three most important things in my life.

2025 is Over - Now What?

johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com (John Oldani) — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

2025 was a watershed year for the drilling and water industries, marked by progress, pressure, and promise.

This is a Lie Based on a True Drilling Story

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

From Army basic training to broken rigs, green lights, and the people who shaped a driller for life.

What 2025 Taught Me About Change, Community, and the Future of Drilling

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

It’s been a tough year for small businesses, owner-operators, and the folks out in the field. Personally, this year challenged me too, just in a different way.

Dormer Pramet Launches New Force Solid Carbide Drills

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

These innovations reinforce the commitment of Dormer Pramet to providing reliable, efficient, and high-performance drilling solutions while delivering on our promise of Certainty at every turn.

Beyond the MOS: The Hidden Project Management Power of Military Veterans

johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com (John Oldani) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:30:00 -0500

In this episode of The Driller Newscast, Host Brock Yordy connects global climate urgency with real-world infrastructure work, and also sits down with retired Army National Guard sergeant Shane Banks

Elevator Drains: The Future of Building Code Compliance and Safety

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Automatic sprinkler systems are indispensable in high rise fire safety, but the water they release must be properly managed.

From Rehabbing Homes to Drilling Foundations: How Lenell Gross Found His Calling with HIRE360

johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com (John Oldani) — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0500

For anyone considering a career in the trades or looking to start their next chapter, learn more about workforce development support at HIRE360.

Wesgarde Spotlights CIT AH Series Anti-Vandal Switches

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Rated up to 20A at 12VDC and 10A at 125VAC, the AH Series supports heavy-duty applications while maintaining a lifespan of up to 50,000 cycles.

Safety Isn’t Optional: A Sobering Reminder from the Jobsite

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Safety is not a box to check. It is a culture. It is a mindset. It is a responsibility.

ProjectTeam Earns Spot on 2025 Top Tech List for Construction Software Excellence

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

ProjectTeam’s challenge moving forward will be to maintain its momentum and continue adapting to the evolving needs of public and private sector clients.

Fair Wages in Drilling: Balancing Profit, Safety, and Skilled Trade Retention in Construction

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

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.

EPA Approves ExxonMobil’s Carbon Storage Permits in Texas

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The EPA initially proposed the permits in August, followed by a public comment period and a virtual hearing.

Structural Steel Fabrication Market Set to Hit $252.7 Billion by 2029

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:19:58 -0400

Asia-Pacific currently leads the global market and is expected to maintain that lead in the coming years.

Digging Deeper: Why Mental Health Matters in Drilling and Construction

johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com (John Oldani) — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 for free, confidential mental health support anytime.