During the National Day holiday, China has embarked on its first ultra-deep-sea oil exploration using self-developed equipment, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s offshore energy endeavors. The groundbreaking project involves surveying the seabed at depths of 3,000 meters, a feat that underscores China’s advancements in deep-sea technology.
The exploration team is set to release the first-ever map of the 3,000-meter-deep water bottom structure, meticulously drawn using indigenous equipment. This map is expected to provide invaluable insights into the geological formations beneath the sea floor, paving the way for future exploration and extraction of underwater resources.
This venture into the depths represents a major breakthrough in the development of key core technologies and equipment for China’s deep-sea oil and gas exploration. It signifies an important step forward as the country extends its offshore oil and gas exploration activities further into the deep sea. By harnessing homegrown technology, China is demonstrating its commitment to energy security and technological independence in the face of global challenges.
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Live: China's first 3,000m deep-sea geological exploration underway
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