6 New Oil Drilling Books Reshaping the Industry in 2025

When Eric van Oort recognized the increasing complexity of drilling operations, he crafted this book to bridge foundational knowledge with advanced techniques in managed pressure drilling (MPD). You’ll gain detailed insights into hydrostatics, hydrodynamics, geomechanics, and well control, along with practical guidance on MPD equipment and procedures. The book’s expanded chapters on control systems and automation offer you a clear view of the latest technology shaping the field. Whether you’re assessing well candidates or aiming to optimize costs in land-based operations, this guide walks you through essential concepts and emerging developments relevant to contemporary drilling challenges.

Prof Philip M. Parker Ph.D. approaches the future of onshore oil and gas drilling automation with a strategic lens, focusing on global economic dynamics rather than specific technologies or companies. You gain a panoramic view of latent demand across more than 190 countries, helping you understand where the industry’s potential lies over the next five years. The book’s econometric models provide a unique method for projecting market earnings and share by region, which is especially useful if you’re involved in market analysis or strategic planning. This isn’t a technical manual on drilling tools but a high-level forecast that suits professionals needing to grasp long-term industry trends and market scale.

This tailored book explores the latest developments shaping oil drilling in 2025, focusing on your unique background and goals. It examines cutting-edge techniques, emerging technologies, and recent research breakthroughs that are transforming the industry. By aligning its content with your specific interests, the book offers a focused journey into vital topics such as advanced drilling methods, resource optimization, and environmental considerations. With a personalized approach, it reveals how new discoveries impact operational efficiency and risk management. This book matches your expertise level and addresses what matters most to you, making complex innovations accessible and immediately relevant. It's an engaging guide to staying ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of oil drilling today.

Professor Philip M. Parker Ph.D. developed this report using econometric models to project latent demand for barite in over 190 countries, focusing on long-term strategic outlook rather than short-term market fluctuations. You’ll gain a clear understanding of global economic dynamics influencing barite sales in oil and drilling industries, with detailed benchmarks that compare countries’ shares regionally and globally. This book suits professionals who need a macroeconomic perspective on supply and demand trends rather than granular product details or company-specific data. If you’re looking to grasp the bigger picture of barite’s role in oil drilling markets worldwide, this analysis offers valuable insight.

Drawing from his background as a mining engineer, Azizbek O'telbayev presents a focused examination of oil and gas well drilling processes in this concise volume. The book walks you through the distinct stages involved in drilling, highlighting the practical events and challenges encountered in mining enterprises. You’ll gain insight into the operational aspects of drilling grounded in real research, making it particularly useful if you’re involved in or studying oil and gas engineering disciplines related to mining. While brief, the text serves as a practical primer rather than a broad theoretical treatise, fitting those who want a direct look at drilling activities without unnecessary complexity.

The breakthrough moment came when Prof Philip M. Parker applied econometric and macroeconomic models to untangle the complexities of the global market for iron and steel casing used in oil and gas drilling. You learn not just market size estimates but gain insight into how international trade flows and economic indicators shape supply and demand dynamics across countries. This book is tailored for strategic planners and import/export managers who need a timely, data-driven perspective to navigate the increasingly globalized and interconnected marketplace. Its detailed approach to forecasting current-year market conditions helps professionals make informed decisions without relying on outdated statistics.

This personalized book explores forward-looking approaches essential for navigating the future of oil drilling. It examines emerging technologies, industry trends, and discoveries expected to shape drilling practices in 2025 and beyond. Tailored to your background and goals, it focuses on the innovations and challenges most relevant to your interests, offering a focused study of new developments and their practical implications. By concentrating on your specific needs, this book reveals how to anticipate and prepare for next-generation drilling challenges effectively. Readers gain a nuanced understanding of cutting-edge insights, ensuring their knowledge stays current and applicable in a rapidly evolving industry.

What if everything you knew about drilling calculations was challenged by the latest industry demands? Thomas Carter and his co-authors, drawing on decades of hands-on experience, offer you a resource that cuts through complexity with precise formulas tailored for drilling, production, and workover challenges. You’ll find exact calculations for pressure control, cementing, and even geothermal drilling—all presented in both field and metric units to suit diverse operational needs. Whether you’re troubleshooting well hydraulics or designing drill strings, this book equips you with the technical know-how to make confident decisions. It’s especially suited for engineers and field managers who need quick, reliable references rather than theoretical deep dives.