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Lake Drilling: Ausdrill’s Capability in Lake Environments

Lake drilling presents unique challenges, but Ausdrill makes it possible with custom-built rigs, experienced crews, and a proven track record across Australia’s remote salt lakes.

With the largest specialised fleet for hard-to-access areas, we deliver safe, effective drilling solutions across Australia’s most remote lake systems. Our custom-built lake drilling rigs span air core, reverse circulation (RC), and diamond core, supported by vehicles like Hagglunds, buggies, and robust recovery tools.

This short video gives an overview of our capability in lake environments, where logistics, safety, and precision must work in harmony. From rig stability on soft terrain to mobilisation across water-covered surfaces, every element has been engineered to withstand the challenge.

Behind the gear is a skilled workforce with extensive experience in lake drilling and fragile ground conditions. Our teams know how to maintain productivity while managing water levels, variable geology, and environmental requirements, ensuring smooth, low-impact operations and high-quality sample recovery.

5 Reasons Ausdrill Leads in Lake Drilling

  1. Largest Specialised Fleet
    We operate the most extensive lake drilling fleet in Australia, with rigs tailored for air core, RC, and diamond core applications in soft terrain.
  2. Custom Support Vehicles
    Hagglunds, buggies, and amphibious recovery vehicles allow safe, low-impact movement across sensitive lake environments.
  3. Proven Expertise in Remote Conditions
    Our teams have a long history of successful delivery in remote, seasonal, and salt lake regions.
  4. Environmental Awareness
    We prioritise minimal ground disturbance and adhere to strict environmental protocols throughout each program.
  5. End-to-End Capability
    Ausdrill offers full-service management—from planning and mobilisation to drilling, sampling, and safe demobilisation.

Whether you’re looking to drill in intermittent lakes or highly active salt lakes, Ausdrill’s lake drilling services are built to adapt.

🎥 Watch the video below to see how we mobilise, operate, and deliver under challenging conditions.

Contact Ausdrill to discuss how our lake drilling expertise can support your next project.