IDC Deploys 2nd Rig for 35-Well Project at Iraqi Field

The Iraqi Drilling Company (IDC) has deployed a second drilling rig, IDC-56, as part of the ongoing project to drill 35 oil wells at the Zubair Oil Field .

The project is being implemented under a contract with Italy's ENI, in cooperation with oilfield services company Schlumberger. IDC had previously commenced operations at Zubair using rig IDC-51.

IDC Director General Eng. Hassan Mohammed Hassan confirmed that the company is progressing steadily with its strategic projects in accordance with the highest standards, in support of the Ministry of Oil's efforts to boost production and develop national oilfield infrastructure.