TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, May 23. Uzbekneftegaz and
China’s CNLC held talks on expanding cooperation in drilling
equipment supplies and geophysical services, Trend reports via
Uzbekneftegaz.
The dialogue occurred in a meeting attended by Abdugani
Sanginov, the Chairman of Uzbekneftegaz, alongside representatives
from CNLC, a subsidiary of CNPC.
During this session, both parties assessed the progress on the
deployment of a ZJ90 drilling rig with a lifting capacity of 650
tons, which was previously outlined in their bilateral
agreement.
Additionally, the companies discussed potential collaboration in
geophysical activities for deep wells that extend between 4,500 and
6,000 meters. This includes services related to logging, testing,
and perforation.
Uzbekneftegaz has requested updated commercial proposals from
CNLC regarding geophysical operations in high-temperature wells,
which can reach temperatures of 200 degrees Celsius, with an
emphasis on securing more favorable terms.
The discussions also included the prospective acquisition of
geophysical equipment designed to withstand high temperatures and
pressures for Uzbekgeofizika. Key topics addressed during these
talks encompassed technical specifications, equipment reliability,
and pricing considerations.
The involved parties also discussed the possibility of creating
a joint venture focused on localizing perforation services and
integrating advanced technologies into Uzbekistan’s oil and gas
industry. Officials indicated that a specialized working group
might be established to advance the project in accordance with
global standards.
