Comacchio SpA, the family-owned Italian company specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance drilling rigs, has announced the launch of Comacchio X, its new mining exploration division.
The announcement was made at PDAC2026, the mineral exploration and mining convention organised by the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) in Toronto.
The creation of this dedicated mining exploration division is a strategic move by the companyand reinforces its long-term commitment to the mineral exploration sector.
With more than 20 years of experience in exploration drilling and over 500 rigs sold across more than 40 countries worldwide, Comacchio has built internationally recognized expertise in the sector. The establishment of Comacchio X reflects both the growth of the company and the increasing specialisation required by the mining exploration market that is characterised by demanding operational environments, strict safety standards and a constant need for high-performance equipment.
Comacchio X has been created to respond to these challenges with a focused organisational structure and highly specialised expertise.
Emanuele Comacchio, technical and sales manager of the division, said: “Throughout this journey, the importance of supporting customers with dedicated, highly specialised expertise in response to the distinctive technical, operational and safety-driven demands of the exploration drilling market has made it clear that a focused organisational structure is essential.
“Comacchio X brings together dedicated commercial and technical specialists focused exclusively on the mineral exploration sector, including engineers, geologists and experienced industry consultants.”
This structure will allow customers to receive comprehensive consultancy at every stage — from machine selection and configuration to on-site commissioning and after-sales support.
Dedicated assistance is also provided in selecting the most suitable drilling equipment according to specific geological and operational conditions, ensuring operational continuity and minimising downtime.
As well as its new name – Comacchio X – the division has also adopted a distinct visual identity characterized by orange — a colour closely associated with mining environments and mineral oxidation processes — further strengthening its sector-specific positioning.
At the core of the new division is the CX line of mineral exploration drill rigs, developed to provide maximum versatility and adaptability.
The range covers pullback capacities from 10 to 50 tonnes and is available in both truck-mounted and crawler-mounted configurations, allowing flexibility across diverse site conditions and logistical requirements.
The rigs are engineered to support a wide range of drilling applications, including diamond-core drilling, reverse circulation (RC), and grade control operations. They can also be configured as multipurpose machines capable of integrating multiple drilling technologies within the same unit.
“Thanks to constant dialogue with our customers and careful attention to their needs, we are able to develop tailor-made machines and guarantee ‘mining-ready’ solutions complete with the documentation required by the mine, ensuring rapid and efficient commissioning immediately after delivery,” Emanuele Comacchio added.
Looking ahead, Comacchio X is investing in advanced digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency and service continuity. “Innovation for us also means ensuring service continuity and operational efficiency through digital interconnectivity,” commented division manager Andrea Maida.
Starting next year, rigs will be equipped with next-generation connectivity systems capable of operating via SIM cards, satellite communication, and local Wi-Fi networks. This will enable remote monitoring and improved operational control.
These capabilities will be integrated into the new COMMAC portal, a digital platform allowing customers to monitor fleet performance in real time, access centralized dashboards, share data via customizable APIs, and enable proactive service interventions.
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