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Pat Drill Rig Arrives from Nairobi

Friday 4th April, 2008

To accelerate its aggressive drilling programme, Savannah Diamonds has acquired a PAT-Drill 401 trailer-mounted rig. The rig is capable of drilling to depths of approximately 200m, dependent upon geological conditions and can drill in both percussion mode - producing rock chips- and in rotary mode for soft sediments.  The drill is currently undergoing commissioning and customisation for Savannah's needs at our Tabora field base.  A dedicated drilling team has been assembled and specialised training by PAT-drill engineers is planned for April before the rig begins work in May immediately following the current wet season.