Trinidad Drilling Ltd. announced the addition of John R. Blocker, Jr. to its Board of Directors (Board). Mr. Blocker, Jr. has over 40 years of diverse experience in E&P and contract drilling services, in both the domestic and international markets. He spent over 13 years with Pride International Inc., starting as in-country manager in Argentina before being promoted to Vice President - Latin American Operations and Senior Vice President - Worldwide Operations, and was Chief Operating Officer until his retirement in 2006. From 1986 to 1993, Mr. Blocker worked as a consultant and also founded a small drilling company and a downhole tool company. From 1975 to 1986, Mr. Blocker worked at Blocker Energy Inc. where he started as a floorhand and subsequently served as Chief Operating Officer and a Board member. He currently manages private oil and gas investments via Blocker Energy Inc., and serves as President & CEO of Maxxen Energy and Business Development Advisor for Wild Well Control Inc. in Latin America.