Waste management technology is a critical constituent of successful drilling and production operations. The appropriate application of waste management principles is essential for both effective drilling operations and environmental protection. Waste streams from drilling, largely include drilling fluids and cuttings that are collected, processed, handled, transported, and disposed.

Drilling waste management was established in the drilling industry post 1980’s, which is driven by high exploration and production activities, ever increasing stringent government regulations and escalating investments from the oil and gas operators. The trend is set to continue further with the current surge in offshore activities and shale reserve exploratory activities. The global drilling waste management market is therefore expected to grow to approximately $8 billion by 2018, at a CAGR of more than 10% from 2013 to 2018.