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Gridiron acquires Ironhorse Drilling Services and Torque Rathole Drilling, adds pressure cementing
CALGARY— Gridiron Drilling Services Partnership, an Alberta-based provider of rathole drilling and support services which also works in Saskatchewan, announced on Nov. 30 the acquisition of Ironhorse Drilling Services and Torque Rathole Drilling Inc., two established operators serving Western Canada’s upstream oil and gas industry.
Under the terms of the transaction, Ironhorse Drilling Services will be fully integrated into Gridiron, while Torque Rathole Drilling Inc. will continue operating as a wholly owned subsidiary during a phased transition period, according to a Gridiron release.
“The combined group expands Gridiron’s operational footprint across Alberta and consolidates decades of specialized knowledge and field experience within one organization,” the release said.
Expanded Services Now Include Pressure Cementing
As part of the integration, Gridiron is launching pressure cementing services across all operating areas. This new service line provides producers with a more complete drilling support solution delivered through a single vendor.
“This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our strategy to build a stronger, more capable service platform for our customers,” said Gregg Lindstrom, Chief Executive Officer of Gridiron Drilling Services Partnership. “Ironhorse and Torque bring strong reputations, talented field crews, and deep industry experience. Together, we can deliver more reliability, more capacity, and more operational depth across Western Canada. Our priority through this transition is seamless continuity for clients and a positive, supportive process for all employees joining the Gridiron team.”
Operational Continuity
- Field operations across all entities continue without interruption.
- All existing phone numbers, emails, and contact information remain active during the transition to ensure seamless communication with customers and vendors.
- Staff will be onboarded gradually, with integration plans tailored for each organization.
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