Mark Bolland

The mission of the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA) is to provide professional and technical leadership in the advancement of the drilling industry. In support of this mission we are committed to: assist, promote, encourage and support the interests and welfare of all facets of the drilling industry; advance the professional standing of the Industry though regular dialogue with state and federal agencies, industry bodies and the public at large; assist members to increase their skills and knowledge through regular needs-based training courses and seminars; disseminate current issues, technical items and industry news to all members on a regular basis; develop and promote appropriate standards and practices to all facets of the industry, and liaise with designers and manufacturers to ensure that the most current technologies are appraised and utilised; and act as the spokesperson for the membership we represent at conferences, seminars and appropriate forums, both within Australia and overseas.