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Rig and Frac Crew of the Quarter Winners (2Q 2026)

August 26, 2026

Each quarter, the HSER and Operations teams recognize rig and frac crews that stand out for their safety results and industry-leading operational performance — a chance to spotlight the great work happening in the field and celebrate the people behind Expand Energy’s success.

This quarter’s honorees reflect what sets our crews apart: a genuine commitment to safety, teamwork and operational excellence day in and day out.

Workover Rig of the Quarter – Key 6123
Haynesville

Key 6123 earned Workover Rig of the Quarter for its exceptional safety leadership, achieving zero velocity incidents, zero recordables and zero SIF events throughout the second quarter. 

“This crew’s commitment to proactive safety culture is evident through consistent Good Catch participation and earning a Good Catch Winner recognition in April — showing they actively identify and address hazards before incidents occur,” said Cody McCormick, Workover Manager.


Drilling Rig of the Quarter Patterson 583
App – Pennsylvania

Patterson 583 earned Drilling Rig of the Quarter after delivering a perfect safety record in the quarter: zero recordables, velocity incidents, SIF actuals and SIFp events. On the operational front, the crew achieved this safety performance while also exceeding drilling performance targets.

“Safety and performance go hand in hand, and Patterson 583 proved it. Zero incidents, zero recordables, and drilling targets exceeded every single month — that’s how you earn Rig of the Quarter,” said Josh Williams, Sr. HSE Manager.


Frac Crew of the Quarter – NexTier 29
App – Pennsylvania

NexTier 29 consistently delivered exceptional operational performance — combining reliable execution, strong teamwork and a relentless focus on efficiency — to earn Frac Crew of the Quarter. 

“This crew’s unwavering commitment to safety, as demonstrated by proactive hazard recognition, risk mitigation and disciplined adherence to procedures, helped create a safe work environment to support their outstanding operational results,” said Harris Marcom, HSE Manager.

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