Swiss-based startup Borobotics has developed a new autonomous drilling machine to help make geothermal energy more accessible ...

Originally conceived as a bottom-supported drilling unit, semisubmersibles eventually found their true calling. Now, semisubs are the most stable of any floating rig, many times chosen for harsh ...

Additionally, there are two types of elevating devices. Once the jackup is on location, the legs are lowered to the ocean's floor and the rig hull and drilling equipment is elevated well above the ...