Drilling rig to be relocated from Kish Gas Field

SHANA (Tehran) – The heavy land-based drilling rig 69 Fat’h, after 10 years of operation in the onshore section of Kish Island’s gas field, is being dismantled and relocated through the efforts of specialized operational teams and strict adherence to safety protocols.

NIDC reports 13% surge in specialized drilling services

SHANA (Tehran) – The technical deputy of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced that 1,238 specialized drilling operations were carried out from the beginning of the current Iranian year (started March 20, 2024) through the end of the 10th month (January 19), marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last year.

Advanced drilling implementation in Aban, Paydar Gharb oilfields development project 

SHANA (Tehran) – The project manager for the development of the Aban and Paydar Gharb oilfields has announced the implementation of advanced drilling technologies, including multilateral drilling, in the project’s oil wells. 

NIDC conducts over 18 km of horizontal directional drilling in 10 months

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Special Operations Department of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced the completion of 18,483 meters of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) in both onshore and offshore areas of the country over the past 10 months (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025).

Domestically-built drilling rig commissioned with oil minister in attendance

SHANA (Tehran) – The third drilling rig constructed by Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research, named Fat'h 73, was officially commissioned in a ceremony attended by the oil minister.

Drilling progress reaches 90% for 10 wells in South Azadegan: NIDC

SHANA (Tehran) – The drilling manager for West Karoun oilfields at the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced that the cumulative progress of drilling 10 wells in the shared South Azadegan oil field has surpassed 90%.

Exploration activities resume in offshore sector after five-year hiatus

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of exploration at the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) announced that exploration drilling in offshore areas will resume after a five-year pause, marking the first such activity under the 14th administration.

NIDC reports over 980 specialized drilling operations in eight months

SHANA (Tehran) – The Director of Special Drilling Services at the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced the completion of 981 specialized drilling operations during the first eight months of the current Iranian year (March 20-November 20).

U.S. oil output hits record as producers boost drilling efficiency

U.S. oil and gas production has continued to rise as companies squeeze more from each well despite a fall in the number of rigs employed, with the industry boosting efficiency to offset the impact of lower prices.

On the sidelines of Iran-Russia B2B meeting:

Iran’s North Drilling Company, Russia’s Traektoriya-Servis sign MoU

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s North Drilling Company and Russia’s Traektoriya-Servis LLC here on Tuesday inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in drilling operations.

Iran Experts Manufacture Practical Drilling Items

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The Deputy Director of Research, Technology and Construction Engineering of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) said: “About 7,200 unique parts used in the drilling industry have been localized in synergy and cooperation with 400 domestic manufacturers so far.”

45% Rise in Horizontal, Directional Drilling Efficiency of Oil, Gas Wells since March

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The efficiency of horizontal and directional drilling operations of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) grew by at least 45% in the first 8 months of the current Iranian calendar year which began on March 21 compared to the same period last year.

NIOC in Exploration Talks with Foreign Partners

Exploration Activities of NIOC to Go beyond Iran Borders

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The Director of Exploration of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) announced the development of the activities of the Ministry of Petroleum in the overseas sector, focusing on exploration activities and providing equipment.

NIDC Bracing for Stronger Presence in Persian Gulf

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The CEO of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) said: With the provision of three offshore drilling rigs, the company's presence in the Persian Gulf waters will become stronger in the near future.

Min. calls on Domestic Suppliers to Mind Export Markets

TEHRAN (Shana) – Iranian Minister of Petroleum Javad Owji said the domestic manufacturers of items shall be focused on exports besides supplying the domestic markets.

Well No. 22 of Ahvaz Field Complete 11 Days ahead of Plan

TEHRAN (Shana) -- Synergy and cooperation between the specialists of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) and the National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) led to the early implementation of the repair and completion operation of Well No. 22 in the Ahvaz oil field by using Fath 52 Drilling Rig.

Production Capacity of Danan Field Enhanced

TEHRAN (Shana) – The CEO of Iranian Central Oil Fields Company (ICOFC) said three new wells have come online since late February at Danan Oilfield which have added 5,000 barrels per day to the field’s production capacity.

Sophisticated Drilling Tools Localized

TEHRAN (Shana) – An Iranian knowledge-based company has successfully designed and localized Free Point tools in the field of drilling oil and gas wells.

NIDC Drills 46 Oil, Gas Wells in 8 Months

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The Deputy CEO of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced the drilling and completion of 46 oil and gas wells in the onshore and offshore oil-rich regions of the country in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year which began on March 21.

NIDC Quality Management System Certificates Extended

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The head of the Structure and Productivity Engineering Department of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced the renewal of the Integrated Management System (IMS) certificates including ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 in the company.

NIDC, SeaLand Ink Drilling Agreement

TEHRAN (Shana) – The National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) and SeaLand Engineering & Well Services have signed an agreement for the supply of two heavy drilling rigs to be used in the development plan of Bibi Hakimeh Oilfield.

New Well to be Drilled at South Pars

TEHRAN (Shana) – Pars Oil and Gas Company is planning to drill a new well at South Pars offshore gas field in order to preserve the field’s output.

Fate of Remaining South Azadegan Wells Determined

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The CEO of Petropars Group said the group has signed a deal with a local firm for operating 15 wells in South Azadegan Oilfield which determines the fate of the remaining wells in the field.

NIDC Drills 17 Oil, Gas Wells in 2 Months

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The Director of Integrated Planning of the National Iranian Drilling Company said the company has completed drilling operations for 17 oil and gas wells in the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year which began on March 21.

Wells Secured in Nowruz Offshore Field

TEHRAN (Shana) -- The final safety operation of the erupted wells No. 5, 6, 7 and 8 in Nowruz offshore field was successfully performed by the diving teams of Khark Underwater Repairs.

Key Drilling Item Localized

TEHRAN (Shana) -- A basic functional part in the drilling rig lifting equipment set was localized and operationalized in a joint venture between the specialists of the National Iranian Drilling Company and the Islamic Azad University of Ahvaz.

NIDC Drills 117 Oil, Gas Wells in One Year

TEHRAN (Shana) – The National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) has completed 117 oil and gas wells by drilling ​​85,616 meters during the past year.