The International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) is a non-profit trade association that is the global leader in advancing the drilling industry. We are recognized worldwide for our accreditation programs, conferences, advocacy efforts, and industry news.

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Maritime Cybersecurity Awareness

This Maritime Cybersecurity Awareness Training teaches employees to be aware of the most common attacks, how to put effective safeguards into practice, and what to consider when implementing cybersecurity into the SMS.

Upcoming Conferences

IADC conferences are industry-driven events focusing on the critical issues facing the global drilling industry.

IADC is committed to safely developing oil and gas resources for the world’s consumers. We educate those working in the drilling industry, inform the public and lawmakers across the globe about the industry, and promote continuous safety in the drilling industry.

– Julie Robertson, Noble Corp
2020 IADC Chair

Learn More About IADC

IADC is the forum for oil & gas drilling industry stakeholders to connect, share knowledge, tackle common problems, and develop solutions to critical issues.

Drilling Contractor Magazine

The official magazine of IADC, Drilling Contractor has exclusively covered the global drilling and completion industry for more than 75 years.

Student Chapters

We are proud to welcome two new student chapters, Maharashtra Institute of Technology (MIT) in India and Louisiana State University (LSU), as part of IADC’s commitment to engaging the next generation of drilling professionals.

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