China has achieved a remarkable engineering feat by drilling the deepest vertical well in Asia. The China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) announced on Thursday that it has completed drilling a borehole reaching a depth of 10,910 meters in the country’s northwestern desert.
The well, located in the Tarim Basin of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, marks a significant milestone in China’s pursuit of energy resources and technological advancement. The project faced challenging geological conditions, including high temperatures and pressures, requiring innovative drilling techniques and equipment.
“Reaching such depths is a testament to our nation’s growing capabilities in the energy sector,” a representative from CNPC said. “This achievement will contribute to exploring deep underground resources and enhance our understanding of the Earth’s subsurface.”
The Tarim Basin is known for its complex geology and abundant natural resources. Drilling to these unprecedented depths could unlock new potential for oil and gas exploration, supporting China’s energy demands and economic development.
This accomplishment underscores China’s commitment to advancing technology and energy exploration, inspiring young minds in the Global South to pursue innovation and engineering excellence.
