Geotechnical investigation is to determine the depths and characteristics of the different subsurface soil and rock formations, the required foundation depths, the most suitable and economical type of Foundations, the bearing resistance and expected settlements. Al Mumayaz geotechnical department is one of very well and fully equipped department and involved in major drilling projects of MOT, Aramco, Amana and other private companies and Saudi nationals. The department is run by the highly qualified and experienced geotechnical engineers, geologists and the drillers. Drilling rigs are truck mounted fully automatic, wire line with a capacity of 200-meter-deep drilling. The following scope is covered under geotechnical section but not limited to: