Parker Drilling Co. appointed Mr. Zaki Selim to the Company's board of directors. Mr. Selim brings extensive international operations experience in oilfield services to the Company.

He will serve on the board's audit committee. Mr. Selim retired after a 29-year career with Schlumberger. Prior to his retirement in 2010, he served for four years as president of oilfield services for Schlumberger's Middle East & Asia operations.

In this role, Mr. Selim oversaw every aspect of the region's business development, marketing, and operational execution activities. Since retiring, Mr. Selim has been involved in oil and gas investment and consulting advisory services.