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"Building on its reputation for the highest calibre of technical content, the event provides an excellent forum in which to learn, network and promote."
Erik Kirkemo
SVP Drilling & Well, Equinor
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"This event stands out as one of the most highly attended in the industry with extensive opportunities to network and make new business contacts. The large number of exhibiting companies makes for a remarkably well attended exhibition. Due to the prestige of this conference, the quality of technical papers delivered is usually at a high level and worth looking forward to."
Adebowale Solarin
Head of Drilling & Wells Support, Noble Corporation
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"The technical program and papers presented at this conference are outstanding and truly reflect the state of the art in applied well construction technology. That makes this a “must-attend” conference, especially if one is involved in developing innovative technologies that move this industry forward."
Pradeepkumar Ashok
Senior Research Scientist, The University of Texas
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"This event provides the most unique opportunity to interact, share and learn from the leaders in the industry. I try to attend all networking opportunities, exhibition, or technical program where possible."
Crispin Chatar
Drilling Optimization Champion
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"It was about Drilling! Seriously, meeting face-to-face with colleagues. This is the premier event for drilling technology, and an amazing number of ideas and collaborations and opportunities are "opened" at this event."
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“I think a lot of people think this conference is only meant for drillers, but I think everyone in the upstream, midstream and downstream sector can benefit from this event. It will broaden your knowledge and understanding of what’s going on in the drilling world and how they can leverage on this in their own space”
Olawale Oredolapo
Drilling Services Sales Leader, Baker Hughes
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"It is one of the best attended and high quality events on the O&G calendar."
Adebowale Solarin
Head of Drilling & Wells Support, Noble Corporation
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"This is a conference dedicated to well construction and here you will find the latest solutions to reduce well construction costs as well as to be able to drill extremely challenging wells. The people at this conference provide solutions to all sorts of well construction challenges. This event reflects the pulse and future of well construction technology."
Pradeepkumar Ashok
Senior Research Scientist, The University of Texas
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"I like the setup of the presentations - grouping them together by topic, and allowing people to filter in and out to be able to attend the most desirable talks. Networking with industry members was great!"
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“This event is a great opportunity for young people to be introduced to this wonderful industry. The oil and gas industry has gone through some difficult times, but has also withstood tough situations – but these conferences bring people together, identify new opportunities and build great careers”
Assaad Mohanna
Director of Business Strategy, NOV
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"The SPE/IADC conference stands out from other events in the industry due to its pioneering role in the oil and gas drilling field, featuring the latest advancements and innovations. The technical program covers a diverse range of topics, providing valuable insights and knowledge for attendees to take back to their organizations. The conference also offers unparalleled networking opportunities, bringing together a diverse range of professionals from around the world. Whether you're looking to stay on the cutting edge of drilling technology or build valuable connections in the industry, the SPE/IADC conference is a must-attend event."
Mo Kamyab
R&D Technical Director, Corva
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"It was great getting the chance to see what challenges other companies are tackling and learning about new ideas that we can implement in my own company."
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"I attended some years ago to deliver a technical paper and was appreciative of how well it was received. My company still receives enquiries today regarding the paper and I am glad it is adding value."
Adebowale Solarin
Head of Drilling & Wells Support, Noble Corporation
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“The SPE/IADC Drilling Conference is the world’s premier conference in drilling. This is where people who are at the top of their game present their material, get feedback and we have really sophisticated companies showcase their technology”
Pradeepkumar Ashok
Senior Research Scientist, University of Texas
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"The networking enabled by the conference was phenomenal. This in turn led to more research and development collaborations. The conference also covers a wide variety of topics within well construction, and is a great learning opportunity."
Pradeepkumar Ashok
Senior Research Scientist, The University of Texas
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"As a Driller of 45 years, this is the premier conference of the year."
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"No other event focuses on drilling technology as much as this conference."
Crispin Chatar
Drilling Optimization Champion