Big news for energy enthusiasts! The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) announced a groundbreaking discovery in the eastern South China Sea. The newly found Huizhou 19-6 oilfield has proven reserves exceeding 100 million tonnes, marking a major leap in deep-sea exploration.
Located about 170 kilometers from Shenzhen in Guangdong Province, this oilfield is China’s first large-scale integrated clastic oilfield discovered in deep to ultra-deep layers. Despite challenges like high temperatures, heavy pressures, and complex underwater conditions, test drilling has already delivered promising results: 413 barrels of crude oil and 68,000 cubic meters of natural gas produced daily.
According to geologist Peng Guangrong at CNOOC’s Shenzhen branch, 60 percent of the world’s newly discovered oil and gas reserves now come from deep layers. This breakthrough reinforces the potential of deep-sea exploration to drive future growth in oil and gas production.
The eastern South China Sea has been on a roll with consecutive breakthroughs, and this discovery is yet another spark in the energy sector, inspiring professionals, students, and adventurers alike. Get ready for an energy revolution! 🚀🌊
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
