Egypt
Geological conditions and suitable drilling solutions for projects in Egypt.
Country Geology
Egypt contains extensive sedimentary formations, including Nubian Sandstone, limestone and large areas of unconsolidated sand and alluvial deposits.
Deep groundwater projects can require substantial drilling depth, while loose formations require controlled circulation and borehole stability.
Suitable Drilling Methods
Mud Rotary
Mud Rotary is suitable for unconsolidated sand, alluvial formations and deep groundwater drilling.
Rotary
Rotary drilling provides the torque and stability required for larger-diameter boreholes.
DTH
DTH can be considered where hard basement or competent rock formations are encountered.
What the Drilling Rig Needs
Deep drilling capability
Reliable mud circulation
High-capacity feed and hoisting system
NGE Recommendation
Suitable NGE Drilling Rigs
NGDR3000
NGDR3000 is suited to large, deep and demanding groundwater projects.
NGDR2000
NGDR2000 provides a heavy-duty solution for deep water-well drilling.
NGDR1500
NGDR1500 is suitable for medium-to-deep rotary water-well applications.