DIG CT

Name: DIG CT
Address: 2/57 Coleman Turn, Picton East, WA, 6229, AU
Telephone: +61455228808

DIG CT is a niche mineral exploration drilling consultancy focused on optimising operations through innovation.

In particular, applying coiled tubing (CT) drilling technology for safer, inclusive, efficient and green (sustainable) mineral exploration.

08/01/2026

It’s been a minute. DIG CT is now based in the US and focused on specialised, innovative mineral exploration drilling consultancy to the global industry. Visit our updated website, digct.com to connect and work with us.

22/08/2025

From Ideation to Realisation

Every idea starts with design. Some take to sketch pads, whiteboards, devices or even LEGO®.

On this Friday, we thought we’d share this MOC or ‘My Own Creation’, sourced and built by key contributor to DIG CT's coiled tube drill rig’s technological evolution - UniSA’s Research Scientist Ben van der Hoek.

For the AFOLs or Adult Fans of LEGO®

19/08/2025

Coiled Tube Drilling – No Longer a Concept.

MRIWA's 'Tech Talk' event sparked industry discussion, with CT drilling hailed a 'transformative movement in minerals exploration' given its ability to:
- reduce drill footprint
- lower costs
- accelerate exploration workflows
- and improve safety outcomes.

Now it’s time for ACTION.

Thanks: MRIWA, Geoff Batt and Andrew Bailey for hosting and presenting.

15/08/2025

Tech Talk’s Winning Formula (Data + Dialogue = Doing!)

We literally stuck our necks out to establish DIG CT Pty Ltd, so it seems fitting last night’s MRIWA Tech Talk was held at Long Neck Brewery in East Perth.

Western Australian-based industry gathered to learn of the evolution of coiled tube drilling (CTD), as presented by MinEx CRC CEO, Andrew Bailey.

Coiled tube drilling boasts significant improvement across all measures of operational performance – safety, inclusivity, efficiency and sustainability via a smaller drill pad, less consumables and next generation ‘green’ design.

The evidence is clear.
The technology has been proven by DIG CT and MinEx CRC.
NOW is the time for the minerals exploration industry to adopt.

Thanks to Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) for hosting this month’s ‘Tech Talk’ and for encouraging ACTION!

Consider coiled tube drilling when planning your next drilling campaign – brownfields, resource definition or greenfields.

28/07/2025

CTD Samples Spark Interest

Precompetitive Review – an aptly named Australian digital publication provides news and analysis on precompetitive geoscience for mineral exploration.

A recent Precompetitive Review feature highlighted the importance of rock chip, core and precious basement samples from South Australia’s mineral-rich northern Gawler Craton, extracted by DIG CT’s coiled tube CT500 rig – the ‘innovative RoXplorer CT Drilling System’.

The drilling campaign resulted in seven holes - five intersecting basement while the deepest was 483 metres with 46 metres of basement. Cover depths ranged from 307 to 437 metres, proving the CT500 rig’s ability to operate in challenging terrain with shallow cover, all the while occupying a smaller, safer and inclusive footprint, when compared to conventional drill rigs.

Meanwhile, coiled tube drilling (CTD) samples continue to be analysed while industry interest increases for SA’s Gawler Craton, specifically an 8,700-sq km project area along the Craton's northwestern margin, granted to Anglo American. Following initial sharing of preliminary field data via National Drilling Initiative (NDI)’s dashboard, extensive results are expected for release by year’s end.

Preliminary field data for rock chip and core obtained by DIG CT on behalf of GSSA/MinEx CRC in Northern Gawler Craton, South Australia is available via NDI’s Dashboard including images, logged lithology and interpreted stratigraphy for each drill hole. Link: https://ow.ly/ZxtG50WvVPK.

Read Precompetitive Review’s editorial here: https://ow.ly/ZIGh50WvVPJ

24/06/2025

Innovative Drilling Tech Provides Greater Geological Understanding

Last week, researchers gathered in Adelaide, South Australia to discuss the state’s diverse and mineral-rich Northern Gawler region. Using preliminary data obtained during a drilling campaign using the CT500 – DIG CT’s highly efficient and innovative coiled tubing (CT) drill rig; the group presented and considered latest findings.

Data from the Northern Gawler drilling campaign is accessible to all via MinEx CRC's National Drilling Initiative (NDI) Dashboard.

Notably, basin sediments have provided greater understanding of past environment, spanning glacial terrains to modern marine landscapes. For more, click or copy this link: https://ow.ly/lRuc50W9NsJ

16/05/2025

Productive in Phoenix

It’s been a busy and productive week in AZ’s capital. DIG CT met with various industry reps focused on innovation and efficiency, with CT drilling at the forefront of discussions.

Meantime... local Barista interpretation of the Aussie accent continues to amuse. 😉

02/05/2025

CT Drill Data Available Via Interactive Dashboard

CT is proud to share drill hole data obtained from our most recent project – Northern Gawler NDI CT Drilling Program in rural South Australia.

The dashboard featuring visual field & core data is now available to ALL since Survey of South Australia’s & ’s National Drilling Initiative Dashboard went live.

The GSSA NDI Dashboard allows users to select specific drillholes to zero-in on key information including chip & core tray images, logged lithology & interpreted stratigraphy via simple menus & downloadable links to South Australian Resources Information Gateway (SARIG) Catalogue. (Hover cursor over intervals for images).

Data link: https://ow.ly/kKz450VLKeF

1. Click ‘lnteractive content’ (bottom L-H. Green text box).
2. Click ‘NDI NG Downhole Surveys’ (Grey tab bottom of screen).
3. Top L-H screen, ‘Drillhole list’ & ‘NDING_01' dropdown menu.
4. Click dropdown arrow (options NDING_01 - NDING_07) to reveal data obtained by DIG CT on behalf of GSSA/NDI for its drilling campaign in Northern Gawler Craton, Sth Australia.

Note:
- Anyone can access from any device, browser & without a sign-in. (Advise GSSA if you experience difficulty).
- If in doubt, click the back button to reset. 😉
- Data labelled ‘NDI NG’ = National Drilling Initiative – Northern Gawler.

22/04/2025

Focused on Next Generation Model

DIG CT features in the latest (April-May) issue of Australasian Drilling. Turn or click to p50 to learn more about our current and future focus as the prototype CT500 rig continues to turn heads. Appreciation to Jamie Wade and the ADIA team for their continued support in promoting coiled tubing drilling innovation and technology.

26/03/2025

Paying It Forward

What a wonderful early morning surprise to swing by Coffee Cove Mandurah for our bevs only to have them prepaid by Mandurah Diesel – a local mechanical workshop owned and operated by Chloe and Trent Pollard. It was their way to say ‘thank you’ to the Mandurah community as well as cleverly market themselves.

Even more surprising were the reactions by early bird recipients of the Pollards’ generosity – joy, disbelief, and some attempted multiple times to insist on payment, yet they were politely refused.

Mandurah Diesel offers complete mechanical servicing, repairs and are an authorised DoT inspection station for all vehicles (scooters, motorbikes, boats, caravans, light and heavy vehicles).

Visit their workshop on Thornborough Rd, call 9581 6572 or visit www.mandurahdiesel.com

Thanks for the caffeination this morning Chloe, Trent and Mandurah Diesel team.

Address

2/57 Coleman Turn
Picton East, WA
6229

Telephone

+61455228808

Website

http://www.digct.com/

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