Services
Advanced Drilling
We can drill what others can't. MDI specialises in technically difficult, deep, directional and remote drilling where precision and experience matter.
Our Difference
Why This Matters
Not all drilling is equal. Complex ground, deep targets, and difficult access require more than standard equipment and crews — they require capability that has been deliberately built over decades.
When exploration programmes fail, it’s rarely due to lack of effort. It’s usually because the drilling capability wasn’t matched to the technical challenge. We exist to close that gap.
Capabilities
Our Drilling Methods
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Diamond Core Drilling
High-precision core drilling for geological sampling and exploration. Our diamond drilling capability covers the full range of depths and ground conditions, with particular strength in challenging formations where core quality matters most.
Reverse Circulation (RC)
Efficient grade control and exploration drilling with rapid sample recovery. Our RC programmes are designed for consistency and reliability, with systems in place to ensure sample integrity throughout.
Deep-hole Exploration
Extended depth capability for deep orebody delineation and resource definition. We have proven capability to depths exceeding 2,800m, with the systems and experience to manage the technical challenges of ultra-deep drilling.
Large-diameter Drilling
Specialised solutions for shaft pilot holes and large-diameter applications. Our large-diameter capability supports mine development projects with precision and efficiency.
Directional Drilling
Mud motor technology for precise directional control in complex geological conditions. We can place holes exactly where they need to be, even in difficult ground where conventional methods fall short.
Water Hammer Systems
Advanced percussion drilling technology for efficient penetration in hard rock formations. Our water hammer systems deliver faster penetration rates while maintaining hole stability and core quality.
Results
Outcomes for Clients
The value of advanced drilling capability is measured in outcomes: programmes completed on schedule, geological objectives achieved, and technical challenges solved rather than avoided.
Discuss your drilling requirements
Complex ground requires capable partners.