PRIORITY DRILLING LIMITED

Priority Drilling Limited is an experienced drilling contractor with more than 65 years in the exploration sector, delivering reliable, innovative services across Western Europe. Based in County Galway, the company combines a skilled workforce with a modern fleet to meet a wide range of exploration targets.

The core offering covers surface drilling, underground drilling and specialised drilling solutions. Priority Drilling operates a substantial fleet - 30 surface rigs and 10 underground rigs - alongside a variety of high-performance equipment such as Atlas Copco and Epiroc drill rigs, Hajin reverse-circulation units, and a full complement of excavators, dump trucks and haulage vehicles sourced from leading manufacturers. Mud-mixing facilities ranging from 30 000 to 500 000 litres and an extensive stock of drilling fluids further enhance operational efficiency. The rigs are capable of reaching depths of 2 800 m in NQ, 1 600 m in HQ and 1 100 m in PQ, supporting demanding projects in both on-shore and over-water environments.

With an average service tenure of 20 years among its staff, Priority Drilling prides itself on long-term client relationships and a commitment to safety, quality and timely delivery, making it a trusted partner for mineral and geotechnical exploration throughout the region.