We’re excited to share our very first case story in collaboration with Dakota Gold: “Building Trust in the Homestake District.” The story highlights how Hy-Tech Drilling worked alongside Dakota Gold to build trust around a promising exploration campaign. From listening and engaging locally, to ensuring safety and the highest environmental stewardship in our work, the …
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Announcing two key additions
We’re excited to announce two key additions to the Hy-Tech Drilling leadership team: Alison Auramenko joins as Director of Sustainability, bringing expertise in ESG strategy and Indigenous partnerships. She will guide our sustainability efforts ensuring our work continues to meet the evolving expectations of clients, communities, and industry partners. Marco Garrido joins as VP Business Development, with nearly two decades …
Hy‑Tech Drilling Crew Safely Returned to Surface After Underground Incident
Barry Nabess (Director of EHS & Training), Kevin Coumbs (Driller), Jesse Chubaty (Driller), Darien Maduke (Driller Helper), and Dwayne Ross (President) pictured in front of the helicopter taking them home — following their safe return to surface after the Red Chris Mine ground fall incident. Smithers, B.C. — July 25, 2025 — We are relieved and …
Update on Incident
Smithers, B.C. — July 24, 2025 — With permission from the families, we are now able to share the names of the three Hy-Tech Drilling team members who remain underground following the incident earlier this week at the Red Chris Mine. We continue to work around the clock alongside emergency crews to reach them. Our hearts …
July 22 Ground Fall Incident – Company Update
Smithers, B.C. — July 23, 2025 — An incident involving ground fall occurred on July 22 at a non-producing project at the Red Chris Mine in northwestern British Columbia, as shared through an official statement by the mine operator, Newmont. Three Hy-Tech Drilling employees were working in the mine at the time, and remain underground at the time of writing. We are working closely …