As the region’s largest drilling and integrated drilling services (IDS) company by fleet size, we play a key role in enabling ADNOC’s growth and energy strategy and unlocking the UAE's energy resources reliably and efficiently. We’re powering the energy industry through innovation and expertise.
At the core of the ADNOC’s upstream activities and as the sole provider of drilling services and associated rig-related services, in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, ADNOC Drilling is a strategic enabler to the hydrocarbon development programs of the ADNOC Group and of its international partners.
Learn moreEstablished by Emiri Decree in 1972, ADNOC Drilling was created as the first subsidiary under full Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) ownership, with a mission to drill wells helping ADNOC unlock the UAE’s vast reserves of oil and gas for the benefit of the nation.
ExploreOur growth strategy is bold, tech-enabled and future-ready – driven by regional expansion, fleet enhancement and AI-powered innovation.
Through our partnerships and joint ventures, we’re scaling operations, diversifying services and delivering long-term value across the energy sector. By building one of the world’s most advanced fleets we’re unlocking new frontiers, enhancing efficiency and optimizing performance. Innovation and advanced technologies drive our strategy - transforming operations, enhancing resilience and unlocking new opportunities for growth.
We deliver safe, efficient energy services across land, sea and ADNOC’s artificial islands – minimizing environmental impact while maximizing operational precision. Our onshore and offshore fleets, including UAE-built rigs, are engineered to tackle complex drilling challenges with resilience and accuracy.
ExploreAI and technology are transforming the way we deliver energy. With over 30 AI solutions embedded across our operations, we’re driving smarter, faster and safer performance – from rig to reservoir.
ExploreSustainability is embedded at the core of our strategy and operations – driving energy efficiency, environmental stewardship safety, and socio-economic growth.
ExploreWe are committed to enabling ADNOC to reach its production capacity target of 5 million barrels per day by 2027.
Find out moreWe offer outstanding career opportunities for experienced energy-sector professionals.
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