TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, February 4. Uzbekneftegaz
and China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) have outlined plans
to implement new large-scale joint projects and reach long-term
cooperation agreements, Trend reports via the Uzbek company.
The issue was discussed during a meeting held as part of a
working visit to China by an Uzbekneftegaz delegation led by
Chairman of the Board Abdulgani Sanginov, with CNPC Chairman Dai
Houliang.
During the talks, Uzbekneftegaz presented its plans to carry out
3D seismic surveys in 2026 across an area of at least 6,500 square
kilometers, as well as to drill wells of varying depths. It was
noted that, for the first time, operations of this scale will be
implemented in an integrated manner simultaneously across several
new exploration blocks.
The parties also discussed plans to sign a number of major
contracts with companies within the CNPC group.
In addition, issues related to the procurement of technological
equipment, including drilling rigs, components, drill bits, and
pipes, were reviewed, along with opportunities for
experience-sharing in hydrocarbon production.
Particular attention was paid to expanding cooperation with
Kunlun Digital Technology, a CNPC subsidiary, in the introduction
of digital solutions and artificial intelligence technologies into
production processes. Prospects for collaboration with
CNPC-affiliated companies HIBU, BGP, and CNLC were also discussed,
particularly in the areas of deep drilling and 3D seismic
exploration.
CNPC is one of the world’s largest energy corporations,
specializing in high-tech hydrocarbon extraction and processing
projects in China and abroad. The company’s market capitalization
exceeds $200 billion.
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