Equinor (EQNR), SLB Reach Milestone in Autonomous Drilling

Equinor ASA (EQNR) and SLB (SLB) have achieved a milestone in autonomous drilling operations during a well section drilling offshore Brazil.The achievement is considered the most autonomous drilling operation to date, showcasing the successful integration of digital technologies.SLB’s digital technologies were used for surface automation and autonomous drilling, allowing 99% of a 2.6-kilometer section to be drilled in autonomous control. This led to a 60% increase in drilling speed over five wells, making w ...