Cylinder Exploration Drilling

11/06/2026

CED continues to expand its presence in London, building relationships with mining companies, investors, and industry leaders at the BACC XIV Business Networking Day.

As global demand for exploration drilling, critical minerals, gold, copper, and battery metals continues to grow, CED remains focused on delivering turnkey drilling solutions, drilling equipment, consumables, and operational support to mining projects worldwide.

Read the full blog:

https://www.cylinder-ed.com/post/ced-strengthens-its-london-presence-at-the-bacc-xiv-business-networking-day

10/06/2026

CED POWERING EXPLORATION. ANYWHERE. ANYTIME.

At CED, we understand that drilling projects don’t stop when the nearest power grid is hundreds of kilometres away. That’s why we manufacture and supply robust, field-proven diesel generators designed specifically to support mineral exploration, diamond drilling, RC drilling, air core drilling, water well drilling, and remote mining operations worldwide.

This 30KVA CED Diesel Generator is undergoing final inspection before deployment to the field, where reliable power is not a luxury—it’s a necessity.

From powering drill rigs, compressors, workshops, camps, pumps, and critical site infrastructure, CED generators are engineered to perform in the harshest environments, delivering maximum uptime and operational efficiency when it matters most.

✅ Heavy-duty construction
✅ Built for remote exploration projects
✅ Reliable power in extreme conditions
✅ Low maintenance design
✅ Custom generator solutions available
✅ Global deployment capability

Whether your project is located in the deserts of Saudi Arabia, the jungles of West Africa, the mountains of South America, or the remote Pacific, CED delivers complete exploration support solutions that keep your operation moving.

When downtime costs money, reliable power becomes your most important asset.

CED doesn’t just supply drill rigs—we deliver complete exploration infrastructure, including generators, compressors, consumables, spare parts, and operational support to ensure your drilling program stays productive.

Contact CED today to discuss your diesel generator requirements and discover how we can support your next exploration campaign.

08/06/2026

When exploration companies need a reliable, cost-effective, and high-performance drilling solution, they turn to CED.

The CEDRC100 Reverse Circulation Drill Rig is engineered for mineral exploration projects requiring fast mobilisation, outstanding productivity, and consistent sample quality. Designed for both RC drilling and Air Core drilling, the CEDRC100 delivers exceptional performance across greenfield exploration, resource definition, and grade control programs.

But a drill rig is only part of the equation.

CED supplies complete turnkey RC and Air Core drilling solutions, including:

✅ RC Drill Rigs
✅ Air Core Drill Rigs
✅ High-Performance Air Compressors
✅ RC Hammers & Bits
✅ Air Core Hammers & Consumables
✅ Drill Rods & Sub Adaptors
✅ Cyclones & Sample Systems
✅ Spare Parts & Technical Support
✅ Experienced Drilling Crews & Project Management

Our clients choose CED because we understand that downtime costs money. That’s why we maintain a strong inventory of critical RC drilling consumables, Air Core consumables, compressors, spare parts, and support equipment to keep drilling programs operating efficiently.

Whether you’re exploring for gold, copper, lithium, rare earths, nickel, uranium, or critical minerals, CED has the equipment, consumables, and operational expertise to keep your project moving forward.

From Africa to South America, the Middle East, Australia, and the Pacific, CED continues to support exploration companies with dependable drilling equipment and industry-leading service.

📩 Looking for a complete RC drilling contractor, Air Core drilling contractor, RC drilling consumables supplier, or air compressor package for your next project? Contact CED today.

07/06/2026

As the world looks for reliable, low-carbon energy sources, nuclear power is making a major comeback — and Kazakhstan is at the center of the conversation.

As the world's largest uranium producer, Kazakhstan plays a critical role in supplying the fuel needed to power nuclear reactors and support growing global energy demand.

With energy security, decarbonization, and long-term power generation becoming key priorities, uranium is once again attracting global attention.

Could uranium become one of the most important commodities of the next decade?

👉 Read the full article:
https://www.cylinder-ed.com/post/kazakhstan-s-uranium-advantage-powering-the-nuclear-comeback

For mining companies, uranium is once again attracting serious attention. Exploration programs are increasing globally as companies look to define new resources and expand existing operations.

04/06/2026

CED specializes in complete Air Core drilling solutions, supplying everything from Air Core drill rigs and consumables to experienced drilling crews and operational support.

Whether it's gold, lithium, critical minerals, or regional exploration programs, CED delivers turnkey Air Core services designed to keep projects productive and moving forward.

Discover how CED supports exploration companies worldwide with reliable equipment, high-quality consumables, rapid spare parts supply, and experienced operators.

Read the full blog:

https://www.cylinder-ed.com/post/ced-air-core-drilling-solutions-air-core-rigs-consumables-drilling-crews

03/06/2026

MAXIMISING DRILLING UPTIME WITH CED – OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY THAT DELIVERS RESULTS

In mineral exploration, water well drilling, RC drilling, diamond core drilling, and air core drilling, downtime is expensive. Every hour lost waiting for critical spare parts impacts productivity, project schedules, and ultimately profitability.

At Cylinder Exploration Drilling (CED), operational efficiency is at the core of everything we do. We understand that successful drilling programs depend on more than just quality drill rigs—they require rapid access to spare parts, consumables, technical support, and reliable logistics.

✅ Strategic spare parts inventory
✅ Fast global freight solutions
✅ Critical drilling consumables available when you need them
✅ Support for Diamond Drilling, RC Drilling, Air Core Drilling & Water Well Drilling operations
✅ Reduced downtime and increased productivity
✅ Turnkey drilling solutions from a single trusted supplier

Whether your project is located in West Africa, Saudi Arabia, South America, the Pacific, or remote exploration regions anywhere in the world, CED works tirelessly to ensure your drilling operation remains productive and efficient.

From drill rods, drilling consumables, hydraulic components, rotary heads, pumps, compressors, and critical wear parts, our team is committed to keeping your equipment operating at maximum performance.

When exploration companies choose CED, they gain more than a drilling contractor or equipment supplier—they gain a partner focused on reducing downtime, improving operational efficiency, and helping projects achieve their drilling targets safely and cost-effectively.

CED – Delivering World-Class Drilling Solutions, Reliable Spare Parts Supply, and Maximum Uptime for Exploration Projects Worldwide.

01/06/2026

The CED100 Diamond Core Drill Rig is a highly versatile, lightweight exploration drilling solution designed for companies requiring a portable diamond drilling rig capable of delivering fast, efficient, and cost-effective drilling results in remote locations.

Engineered as both a man-portable diamond drill rig and heli-portable drill rig, the CED100 is the ideal choice for mineral exploration programs targeting shallow deposits, geological mapping, resource definition, and early-stage exploration campaigns. With a maximum drilling depth of 100 metres NQ, the CED100 is perfectly suited for punching shallow holes while maintaining a minimal environmental footprint.

What sets the CED100 apart is its multi-purpose drilling capability. The platform can be configured and modified to support:

✅ Diamond Core Drilling
✅ Reverse Circulation (RC) Drilling
✅ Air Core Drilling
✅ Auger Drilling

This flexibility allows exploration companies to utilise a single drill platform across multiple drilling applications, reducing mobilisation costs and improving project efficiency.

Key Features:

* Up to 100m NQ Diamond Core Drilling
* Man-portable and heli-portable design
* Ideal for remote and difficult-access exploration projects
* Low environmental impact and small drill pad requirements
* Fast mobilisation and rapid setup times
* Multi-purpose platform adaptable for RC, Air Core, and Auger drilling
* Proven reliability in challenging exploration environments

At ** CED – Cylinder Exploration Drilling**, we don’t just manufacture drill rigs—we provide complete exploration solutions, including drilling equipment, consumables, operators, and drilling program management.

31/05/2026

Deep sea mining is rapidly becoming one of the most debated topics in the global mining industry.

As demand for critical minerals like nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese continues to rise, companies are exploring the ocean floor as a potential future source of supply for the global energy transition.

But with growing environmental concerns and increasing regulatory pressure, the question remains:
Is deep sea mining the next major frontier for the mining industry — or its biggest risk?

👉 Read the full article:

https://www.cylinder-ed.com/post/deep-sea-mining-the-industry-s-next-frontier-or-its-biggest-risk

28/05/2026

CED recently replenished NQ drill rods for an active gold exploration project in Mali, West Africa, where the CED100 diamond core drill rig is currently operating.

From drilling consumables and spare parts to complete turnkey drilling solutions, CED continues to support mining exploration projects in remote and difficult locations with fast delivery and reliable operational support.

Read the full blog:

https://www.cylinder-ed.com/post/ced-supplies-nq-drill-rods-to-gold-exploration-project-in-mali-west-africa

27/05/2026

CED Air Core Drilling Consumables – Supporting Exploration Drilling Across Saudi Arabia

At Cylinder Exploration Drilling (CED), we continue to support major mineral exploration and mining projects across Saudi Arabia with reliable, high-quality air core drilling consumables and complete turnkey drilling solutions.

CED is regularly supplying clients throughout Saudi Arabia with premium:

* Air Core Drill Rods
* Air Core Bits
* Air Core Hammers
* Subs & Adaptors
* Drilling Consumables
* Exploration Drilling Equipment

Built for demanding desert and remote exploration conditions, CED consumables are engineered for performance, durability, and maximum drilling efficiency.

CED delivers a complete turnkey solution for:

* Air Core Drilling
* Mineral Exploration Drilling
* Exploration Drill Rigs
* Drilling Consumables Supply
* Experienced Drill Operators & Crews
* Mining & Exploration Support Services

From supplying consumables to delivering complete drilling campaigns, CED specialises in supporting exploration companies operating across Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East mining sector.

What separates CED is real field experience. We don’t just manufacture and supply drilling equipment — we also operate drilling rigs globally. That practical operational knowledge allows us to provide dependable solutions that keep drilling programs productive and minimise costly downtime.

As exploration activity continues to grow across Saudi Arabia, CED remains committed to delivering high-performance air core drilling equipment, consumables, and operational support to the mining and mineral exploration industry.