THIS NEW TECH CUTS THROUGH ROCK WITHOUT GRINDING
New rock bits
NRB provides clients with a complete service, from their choice of drill bits to the analysis of drilling results. The company’s engineers analyse customer requests and provide the ideal selection of drill bits to fulfill clients every specific need, including: 1. Drilling: oil and gas, exploration and appraisal wells; and artesian. . NRB’s special wear-resistant composite materials coating and unique design allows for both tungsten carbide inserts (TCI) and steel. . NRB’s high-tech polycrystalline diamond cutters (PDC) drill bits are designed for water, oil, gas and geothermal well drilling. Highly durable steel reinforced with polycrystalline. [pdf]
Cactus drilling new rig
Rig 169 will be drilling in the Anadarko Basin in the Texas Panhandle for Tecolote Energy headquartered in Tulsa. “Rig 169 is a fit-for-purpose, tier 1 AC drilling rig that is ideally-equipped for multi-well pads and extended laterals,” said Josh Simons, Cactus’ Vice President of Operations. [pdf]FAQS about Cactus drilling new rig
What is a cactus rig 172?
Cactus Rig 172 is an 1,800-horsepower AC-driven land drilling rig operated by Cactus Drilling, the largest privately held U.S.-based land drilling contractor. The rig is an Alta ARS-1813 model, classified under Cactus Drilling’s “ROCKET” series, which is designed for high-performance drilling operations. Total Wells Drilled
How many cactus rigs have been drilled this year?
As of this year, a total of 120 wells have been drilled by Cactus rigs, demonstrating strong industry demand and continued investment in drilling operations. Below, we break down the latest data, highlighting top trends in drilling activity by province, operator, county, and rig utilization.
Who is cactus drilling?
Cactus is a mid-size, U.S. domestic land drilling contractor providing quality people operating premium rigs to deliver safe and reliable results. As of March 2025 Cactus Drilling has drilled 120 wells year-to-date across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Louisiana, with Texas leading at 64 wells.
Who uses cactus drilling rigs?
Several major oil and gas operators are leveraging Cactus Drilling rigs for their exploration and production programs. The top 10 operators by record count include: Drilling activity remains concentrated in specific counties with high levels of oil and gas production.
Where are cactus drilling rigs located?
Coterra Energy is the top operator with 23 wells, and Lea County, NM, is the most active drilling location with 9 wells. The most utilized rigs include Cactus 162 and Cactus 140, each drilling 7 wells, reflecting strong and consistent demand for Cactus Drilling’s services.
What are the key trends in Cactus drilling?
The data highlights several important trends in U.S. drilling: Strong activity across multiple provinces, reflecting a broad and sustained demand for drilling services. A diverse set of operators utilizing Cactus Drilling, ranging from major industry players to smaller independents.
