What is a citadel drilling rig?

Citadel was formed to address the ongoing needs of oil and gas producers in Canada and the USA that require safe, programmable and more efficient drilling rigs with high pressure and increased horsepower and pumping capacity to fully optimize their drilling programs. But before designing our rigs, we discussed improvements with potential clients.

How many rigs does citadel have?

Citadel is a relatively small company with six drilling rigs. However, its rigs are considered to be among the most technically advanced in the industry. The best pieces of equipment seem to be the first to leave Canada.

What makes Citadel a great drilling company?

Our business is based on cooperative teamwork, from our founding management team to our dedicated, loyal and professional crews in the field. Learn more. Our rigs help to fully optimize your drilling program with increased horsepower, pumping capacity and safety. Citadel has the power to deliver results. Learn more.

Will Citadel drilling move rigs back to Western Canada?

WATCH: Citadel Drilling CEO Dan Hoffarth on what it would take to move rigs back to Western Canada. Citadel Drilling is headquartered in Calgary, but has moved all of its rigs to the U.S. Precision Drilling, one of Canada's largest drilling companies, has about 50 rigs working in Canada, compared to 65 in the U.S.

Where is Citadel drilling now?

Citadel Drilling still has a shop and equipment yard in Nisku, just south of Edmonton, although the property is largely empty. The company may leave Alberta altogether, but at least for now, Hoffarth said he will keep its headquarters in Calgary. "At this point, yes."