BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 24. Uzbekistan’s state
oil and gas company Uzbekneftegaz is expanding cooperation with
Schlumberger (SLB) on digital transformation, AI, and advanced
technologies aimed at improving the efficiency of oil and gas
operations.
This was reflected in the statement by Uzbekneftegaz, following
a meeting between Chairman Abdugani Sanginov and a delegation from
SLB led by Li Dan, the company’s Vice President of Reservoir
Performance for Asia.
According to Uzbekneftegaz, in the course of the meeting, the
sides reviewed the current state of cooperation and prospects for
expanding joint work on the deployment of modern technological
solutions across Uzbekistan’s oil and gas sector.
''Particular attention was given to field management,
geophysical research, digitalization, artificial intelligence,
geological data modeling and data management. The companies also
discussed proposals presented by Schlumberger and explored
opportunities to implement them on mutually beneficial terms,'' the
statement says.
Meanwhile, the cooperation is expected to focus on applying
advanced technologies to improve production efficiency, strengthen
geological exploration and enhance the management of oil and gas
fields.
''Expanding practical cooperation, attracting advanced
technologies and ensuring the effective implementation of existing
projects are key priorities,'' Uzbekneftegaz says, citing
Sanginov's remarks.
Furthermore, the Schlumberger representatives expressed
readiness to continue cooperation with Uzbekneftegaz on
technological solutions and projects aimed at improving operational
efficiency and geological exploration capabilities.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to strengthen
cooperation, continue negotiations on promising areas, and
coordinate practical steps for implementing new initiatives.
The talks come as Uzbekistan continues efforts to modernize its
oil and gas industry through digital technologies, data-driven
solutions and international technological partnerships.
