Jindal Drilling & Industries Limited, part of the D P Jindal Group, was established in 1983 and specializes in offshore oil well drilling and manufacturing seamless casing pipes. The company provides drilling services to oil and gas exploration entities, notably the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), utilizing leased jack-up rigs and conducting mud-logging operations. It also engages in the re-threading of casing pipes and trades in steel pipes, while offering heat treatment and finishing services.
The company has expanded its operations through strategic mergers and acquisitions, including the amalgamation of Newsco Newtech Pvt. Ltd. and Discovery Hydrocarbons Pvt. Ltd. In recent years, Jindal Drilling operated multiple jack-up rigs, directional drilling sets, and mud logging units, marking significant growth in its operational capacity. The company has also formed joint ventures, such as with Virtue Drilling Pte Ltd., to strengthen its market presence. As of 2021-22, Jindal Drilling operated five jack-up rigs, showcasing its robust involvement in the oil and gas sector.
