CRITICAL
ISSUES IN
DRILLING &
COMPLETIONS Industry executives
share views on business
models, workforce,
automation and more
JAN/FEB 2024
Volume 80 • Number 1
Official magazine of the International
Association of Drilling Contractors
www.drillingcontractor.org www.iadc.org
Next-gens share personal
perspectives on decision
to join oil and gas industry
Petroleum engineering students
cite flexibility, growth and culture
as key motivators – p35
New insulated drill pipe
enables efficient drilling of
ultra-deep geothermal wells
Technology shows promise in
lowering downhole temperatures,
protecting equipment – p38