Robotic rig uplifts productivity 50%, cuts water 75%, Master Drilling reports

A robotic rig deployed at a project last year increased productivity by about 50% and consumed 75% less water than the more conventional rigs working on the same contract, Master Drilling director Koos Jordaan reported this week. An image showing the robotic arm of the rig was displayed during this week’s presentation of dividend-yielding, record $270.8-million revenue financial results for the 12 months to December 31.

Mar 27, 2025 - 15:28
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Robotic rig uplifts productivity 50%, cuts water 75%, Master Drilling reports
A robotic rig deployed at a project last year increased productivity by about 50% and consumed 75% less water than the more conventional rigs working on the same contract, Master Drilling director Koos Jordaan reported this week. An image showing the robotic arm of the rig was displayed during this week’s presentation of dividend-yielding, record $270.8-million revenue financial results for the 12 months to December 31.