Moving a drilling rig across Texas takes a specialist rig mover, careful planning, and the right permits. This guide covers what to look for when you hire a transport and rigging contractor, so your equipment arrives safely and on schedule.
What Rig Transport Involves
Transporting drilling rigs requires precision and expertise. A qualified rig mover understands the routes, load limits, and permit rules for moving large oilfield equipment across Texas. Ask each contractor how they plan the move, secure each load, and keep you informed until the rig arrives.
Rigging Work to Plan For
Transport is usually only part of the job, so plan the rigging work at the same time. That can include loading and unloading, rig-down and rig-up, and full assembly at the new site.
Questions to Ask a Rig Mover
- Experience: How many rigs of your size and type has the contractor moved in Texas?
- Safety: Ask for the contractor's safety record and how they protect equipment and crew in transit.
- Quotes: Get written quotes from more than one mover and compare exactly what each one covers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of rigs can be moved by road?
Land rigs, workover rigs, and most rig components move by road on specialized trailers, while offshore rigs need marine transport planned with the contractor.
How is equipment kept safe during transport?
Reputable movers use specialized transport vehicles, secure every load, and follow state safety rules and permit conditions throughout the move.
Can a rig be moved internationally?
Yes, but international moves add export paperwork, shipping, and customs, so plan them with a contractor experienced in cross-border oilfield logistics.
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