Walking Rig Technology Accelerates Drilling of BNG-079 Well in South Sumatra
GAS INDUSTRY NEWS
Rio Indrawan (Dunia Energi)
4/27/2026
The successful drilling of the BNG-079 well in the Benuang Structure, Adera Field, Penukal Abab Lematang Ilir (PALI) Regency, South Sumatra, attracted attention because it was drilled using the PDSI #41.3/N110UE rig owned by PT Pertamina Drilling Services Indonesia (Pertamina Drilling), reaching a depth of 2,559 meters measured depth (mMD) in just 38 days. This achievement was considered relatively fast, while also resulting in significant initial production.
This success was largely due to the implementation of walking rig technology, also known as the cyber rig system, which allows rig movements to be carried out without major dismantling. This technology makes the mobilization process more efficient and reduces downtime.
Avep Disasmita, President Director of Pertamina Drilling, stated that this achievement reflects the readiness of technology and human resources to face the challenges of increasingly complex oil and gas operations.
"The successful drilling of the BNG-079 well reflects the technological readiness, rig capabilities, and competency of Pertamina Drilling's human resources. We continue to innovate to ensure faster, more efficient operations while prioritizing occupational safety," said Avep in a statement (April 27).
According to him, the use of walking rig technology is a key factor in accelerating drilling performance. "This technology enables faster and safer rig movements, significantly reducing rig movement time and directly accelerating the overall drilling program," he explained.
Behind this technical success lies the role of the workers who carry out operations with high competence and discipline. Synergy has also been established with the communities in the PALI and Prabumulih regions, as well as other stakeholders, ensuring a conducive operational environment.
Occupational safety is also a key priority. The drilling of the BNG-079 well recorded 52,320 safe man-hours, demonstrating the effective implementation of Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) principles.
The successful drilling of the BNG-079 well in the Benuang Structure, Adera Field, Penukal Abab Lematang Ilir (PALI) Regency, South Sumatra, attracted attention because it was drilled using the PDSI #41.3/N110UE rig owned by PT Pertamina Drilling Services Indonesia (Pertamina Drilling), reaching a depth of 2,559 meters measured depth (mMD) in just 38 days. This achievement was considered relatively fast, while also resulting in significant initial production.
This success was largely due to the implementation of walking rig technology, also known as the cyber rig system, which allows rig movements to be carried out without major dismantling. This technology makes the mobilization process more efficient and reduces downtime.
Avep Disasmita, President Director of Pertamina Drilling, stated that this achievement reflects the readiness of technology and human resources to face the challenges of increasingly complex oil and gas operations.
"The successful drilling of the BNG-079 well reflects the technological readiness, rig capabilities, and competency of Pertamina Drilling's human resources. We continue to innovate to ensure faster, more efficient operations while prioritizing occupational safety," said Avep in a statement (April 27).
According to him, the use of walking rig technology is a key factor in accelerating drilling performance. "This technology enables faster and safer rig movements, significantly reducing rig movement time and directly accelerating the overall drilling program," he explained.
Behind this technical success lies the role of the workers who carry out operations with high competence and discipline. Synergy has also been established with the communities in the PALI and Prabumulih regions, as well as other stakeholders, ensuring a conducive operational environment.
Occupational safety is also a key priority. The drilling of the BNG-079 well recorded 52,320 safe man-hours, demonstrating the effective implementation of Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) principles.
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