| IADC ANNUAL MEETING REPORT |
| Success and growth mark IADC during busy 2001 |
| IADC government affairs work aids trade, access |
| Global standards, safety are key offshore issues |
| Annual Meeting has operating, technical guidance |
| ADVANCED DRILLING EQUIPMENT |
| New Pioneer rigs have AC power, small footprint |
| New H&P rigs feature “HSE and value by design” |
| Both land and offshore rigs get extensive upgrades |
| Dual activity drilling turns in 20-40% time savings |
| Ultra-premium jackups are fit for deep shelf drilling |
| Casing is run faster, more safely with new systems |
| Closed system moves cuttings from shaker to plant |
| Evaluation of a rig’s fluids handling system pays off |
| Pre-drilling with templates, tiebacks offers savings |
| Handheld PC “tools” can speed drilling calculations |
| New skiddable CTD tower offers safety, flexibility |
| Rig concept speeds sidetrack drilling, reduces cost |
| Industry Events |
| Executive Director of Russia’s Association of Drilling Contractors die |
| Departments |
| Drilling Ahead |
| Capital Wirelines |
| Editorials |
| Contractor News |
| People, Companies and Products |
