By: Mudeeha Yousaf
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Standing as one of the oldest players in Ontario’s drilling indus-
try, Marathon Drilling Ltd. has time and again proven its expertise
and commitment through each project they endeavour and uti-
lize the latest in trenchless technologies to redefine industry stan-
dards. Well-versed in all aspects of the environmental and geo-
technical sectors, the corporation provides unparalleled services
to the national market and work alongside multiple stakeholders
to develop effective drilling solutions that cater to industry de-
mands.
HISTORY
Marathon Drilling was founded in 1981 by Stu Cameron who
saw a niche opportunity to launch a diverse drilling company in
Eastern Ontario. It was not until 1994 when the company was
bought out by current President David McPhedran, a then 18-year-
old co-op student, that the company was able to grow its abilities.
David grasped the complexities of the market and added larger
diameter horizontal auger boring and pipe ramming to its already
successful vertical geotechnical and environmental drilling servic-
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