Welcome
The IADC Advanced Rig Technology (ART) Conference & Exhibition serves as a leading forum to explore the state of the art in rig technology, downhole operations, and integrating the two seamlessly with minimal human intervention. The event will also review activities of the IADC ART Committee, which has steadily advanced drilling technology, by exploring future technology, drilling control systems, automation, questions of reliability and more. The committee has developed operational guidelines, assessed pros and cons of advanced drilling technology, developed new definitions and more.
2024 Event Demographics *this event rotates between the US and Europe
Registrants by Job Title
- Management
- Press
- Quality, Health, Safety & Environment
- Library/Miscellaneous
- Training/Education
- Company Owner/Corporate Officer
- Completion Engineer
- Drilling and/or Completion Operations
- Drilling Engineer
- Drilling & Completion Engineer
Attendees
Exhibitors
Registrants by Company Type
- Equipment Manufacturer
- Independent Oil Producer
- Land Drilling Contractor
- Land/Offshore Drilling Contractor
- Major Oil Producer
- Training
- Offshore Drilling Contractor
- Oilfield Service/Consultant
- National Oil Company
Registrants by Location
- Registrants
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Venue & Hotel
Hyatt Regency Austin
Address 208 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, Texas 78704
Phone +1.512.477.1234
Negotiated Room Rate $215 (plus taxes/fees)
Single/Double Occupancy
NOTE: Rates available until 3 August 2026. Please make your room reservations directly with the hotel. Please be sure to mention IADC to obtain discounted rate.
Warning!
Please note that there are several 3rd party companies actively approaching conference delegates and exhibitors by phone and email trying to sell hotel rooms at the contracted hotel for a cheaper rate than the published rate on this conference website. Please note that these companies do not represent IADC or the hotel, nor has IADC or the hotel authorized them to use their names or trademarks on information they send out to exhibitors and delegates.
To avoid being a victim of fraud, please do not give out your credit card details to any other party and be sure to make your hotel reservations exclusively through the contracted hotel.
Registration Fee: IADC Member $625, Non-Member $780
NOTE: IADC has updated our wire account. If sending payment via wire, please ensure you use the account listed on the above registration form.
Press Policy
Complimentary press registration is limited to one (1) person per company. This individual must be a titled editor, writer, reporter or other bona fide editorial representative of a legitimate industry or consumer publication. Publishers and sales and marketing specialists are excluded from this complimentary registration practice and must pay the full conference registration fee to attend an event.
No unauthorized photos, videos or recording allowed.
Recording in any form (audio, video, still photography, etc.) of presentations and/or speakers during sessions, poster presentations, workshops, etc., without the express written consent of IADC and the party to be recorded is strictly prohibited. *Those who do not comply with the Recording Equipment/Photo policy may be asked to leave the premises and barred from receiving complimentary press registration for future IADC events.
Press registration must be received 1 week prior to the event to ensure entrance. Members of the press will be identified with a green press ribbon attached to their name badge.
Email registration@iadc.org to receive the Press registration form. Submission of the form designates compliance with this policy.
Need Help? registration@iadc.org / +1.713.292.1945
Call for Abstracts: Expires Friday, 6 February
IADC is pleased to issue a Call for Abstracts for the IADC Advanced Rig Technology (ART) Conference & Exhibition. For decades IADC ART has been predicting and identifying new trends due to its unique open format and focus on change including the conference format itself. Emerging technologies are discussed in engaging presentations followed by panel discussions around key themes. The IADC ART Conference is a great opportunity to highlight up-and-coming material that is on the leading edge of innovation, that may not be ready for a detailed manuscript. There will be dynamic speaker presentations and panels consisting of a wide range of perspectives. Shorter TED-Talk style presentations will communicate innovative technological concepts in memorable ways, as we explore the applications that drilling technology in all its shapes and forms will take in the years to come. Get a front row seat and take part in the conversation of what’s new and next in the realm of drilling technology.
Interested in getting involved? We invite you to submit an abstract! Please note the revised abstract submission process. There is no paper requirement, and presentations may take an unconventional format.
For consideration, an abstract for each proposed topic must be submitted to IADC no later than 6 February 2026. The below list includes general subject themes envisioned for the conference, although abstracts exploring other topics may also be considered. Abstracts should clearly outline the value delivered by the technology innovation.
- New Applications of Drilling Technologies
- Visions for the Future of Drilling Technologies
- New Business Models in Rig Technology: Demonstrating Value in New Ways
- Next-Generation Rig Designs and Innovations
- Data Analytics Through Machine Learning & AI
- Mechanization & Robotics
- Systems Integration Challenges and Innovations
- Safety Innovation Through Advanced Technology
- Advanced Geothermal Rig Technology
- Human Factors in the Digital Oilfield
- The Workforce of the Future: Talent, Development, and Long-Term Needs
- Remaining Relevant in the Future Energy Landscape: Additive, not Alternative
- Drilling Rig Energy Performance & Decarbonization Technologies
- Innovations in Rig Power and Fuel Efficiency
- Cybersecurity
Authors are invited to submit proposals for presentations at the conference. For consideration, an abstract for each proposed topic must be submitted to IADC no later than 6 February 2026. Authors of abstracts selected will receive confirmation and guidelines by mid-April 2026. Prior to proposal submission, management clearance must be obtained. Any issues concerning clearance should be outlined when the proposal is submitted. Selected abstracts might be assigned to interactive panel discussions rather than scheduled as conventional presentations.
To be selected for presentations, topics must be of great interest to drilling contractors, operators, service companies, training institutions and equipment manufacturers.
We look forward to your participation and hope to see you at this important event.
Program Committee
- Alex Concha, Seadrill
- Alex Groh, Patterson-UTI
- Blaine Dow, SLB
- Dan Gudall, HMH
- Dimitrios Pirovolou, Weatherford
- Greg Myers, HMH
- Hal Bettis, Chevron
- Jarrod Chapman, Ensign Energy Services
- Keith Ross, Halliburton
- Konstantin Puskarskij, Copenhagen Energy Partners
- Robert van Kuilenburg, Noble Drilling
- Rodrigo Rendon, Helmerich & Payne IDC
- Sarah Kern, Energy Innovation Capital
- Scott Boone, Nabors Drilling
- Sean Roach, Sekal
- Trent Martin, Transocean
- Zach Stewart, NOV
- Linda Hsieh, IADC
Exhibition Information
Cost for the 10′ x 10′ space is $2,250. IADC membership required. Note: A drayage company will be required.
The space will be set with a skirted table, two chairs and access to electricity. With the space, you receive one complimentary conference registration and up to two additional registrations at half price. No refunds for cancellations will be issued.
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Exhibitors can set-up after 3:00 pm on Monday, 26 August. All booths must be completely set up by 6:30 am on Tuesday, 27 August.
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You may tear down your booth space after the last break concludes on Wednesday, 28 August.
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The exhibitor space is a 10′ x 10′ area. It will be set with a 6′ skirted table and two chairs with access to electricity. Please do not exceed 10′ across, as the space in the exhibition area will be limited.
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Wall space for signs/banners will not be available. All signs/banners must be affixed to the table or free standing.
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All personnel working the exhibition must be registered. With your space, you will receive one complimentary registration and up to two additional registrations for half price or $312.50.
- Exhibitor Showcase: Exhibitor companies will have the opportunity to give a 1-2 minute pitch during the general session to feature their business/products and encourage attendee traffic to their booth.
Exhibitions at IADC events will be limited to showcasing products and services that advance technology, competency or HSE. Exhibitions centered on recruitment or employment should not take space at IADC events.
Exhibition space is sold on a first come, first served basis! Please complete and return the Letter of Agreement below to reserve your space.
Interested? Contact stephanie.carling@iadc.org / +1 713.292.1945
Exhibitors
Sponsorship Information
There are four levels of sponsoring: Diamond sponsors, Platinum Sponsors, Gold Sponsors, and Silver Sponsors. Event sponsorships are also available and will be categorized by monetary contribution with the appropriate level of sponsorship. Please find the benefits of the sponsor packages below. The conference sponsor will receive high profile recognition before, during and after the conference. Note: no refunds for cancellations of sponsorships will be issued.
Diamond
$25,000
(10 Comps*)
Platinum
$15,000
(5 Comps*)
Gold
$10,000
(3 Comps*)
Silver
$5,000
(1 Comp*)
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