Independence Contract Drilling is a premium land drilling services provider. From our corporate headquarters in Houston, Texas, we develop and assemble our ShaleDriller® series rig design based on E&P operator feedback and field requirements. ShaleDrillers are designed for safe and efficient drilling operations on large, multi-well drilling locations. They are designed to move fast and are capable of walking in multiple directions.
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Independence Contract Drilling, Inc. (ICD) is a U.S.-based land drilling services provider, primarily focused on offering drilling services to independent oil and natural gas exploration and production companies. Here are some key points about Independence Contract Drilling:
- Drilling Services: Independence Contract Drilling specializes in providing contract drilling services for oil and gas wells, primarily in the onshore or land-based drilling sector.
- Drilling Rigs: The company operates a fleet of high-specification AC (alternating current) drilling rigs. These rigs are designed for drilling horizontal and directional wells in unconventional resource plays.
- Geographic Presence: Independence Contract Drilling operates in various oil and gas basins across the United States. The company’s services are often utilized in regions with active drilling and exploration activities.
- Technological Focus: ICD emphasizes the use of advanced drilling technologies to enhance efficiency and safety in drilling operations. The company’s rigs are designed to meet the technical requirements of modern drilling practices.
- Corporate Headquarters: The corporate headquarters of Independence Contract Drilling is in Houston, Texas, reflecting the company’s connection to the energy industry hub in the United States.
- Publicly Traded: Independence Contract Drilling is a publicly traded company, and its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol “ICD.”
- Industry Dynamics: As with many companies in the oil and gas industry, Independence Contract Drilling is influenced by factors such as oil and gas prices, drilling activity levels, and broader economic conditions.
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Independence 331 – Martin County, TX ranks #3 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2022).
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Independence 306 – Endeavor Energy Resources – County, TX ranks #3 in the state for BOE produced in the most recent month (Jun 2022).