Business Chief APAC+ANZ Magazine October 2014 | Page 111

EXPLORATION WORLD single cyber drilling rig dubbed Nova-1 . In 2012 , Nova-1 began drilling wells in the Taranaki basin under contract with TAG Oil .
Nova-1 makes use of the latest technology to create efficiencies in well drilling , and is quick to move and rig up . This rig is equipped with BOP Lifter systems , Mechanized pipe handling systems , Volant casing running tools and more , all with the goal of increasing safety and efficiency .
The company also maintains a wide range of more traditional drilling rigs , including truck and tractor mounted , trailor mounted , skid mounted , helicopter and
people portable rigs , workover and oil and gas well drilling rigs . One of the company ’ s most successful service offerings is anchoring services , especially in Wellington , New Zealand .
Since 1997 , Webster Drilling & Exploration Limited has completed 495 rock anchor projects in Wellington . These projects varied in size up from one to 265 anchors . Earthquake strengthening has been an increasing priority in Wellington in recent years and Webster Drilling specializes in tight access drilling equipment to get inside buildings for the installation of
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