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Rising to the challenge in the South China Sea

As CNOOC intensifies its exploration of the South China Sea’s deepwater reserves, it's encountering more technical hurdles. The company is deploying innovative technologies and tailored approaches to meet its aggressive production targets

CNOOC Ltd discovered the deepwater Lingshui 36-1 gas field in the Qiongdongnan basin of the South China Sea.
CNOOC Ltd discovered the deepwater Lingshui 36-1 gas field in the Qiongdongnan basin of the South China Sea.Photo: CNOOC LTD
Asia CorrespondentSingapore
Published 16 February 2025, 08:14Updated 4 March 2025, 10:06
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