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Halliburton Lands a Major Offshore Drilling Contract From Petrobras

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Halliburton Company (HAL - Free Report) has been awarded a key offshore drilling contract by Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR - Free Report) , marking its largest service contract with the Brazilian energy giant. The contract, set to commence in 2025, includes integrated drilling services across multiple offshore fields for the development and exploration of wells for a period of three years, which will strengthen Halliburton’s presence in Brazil’s pre-salt and post-salt regions.

HAL’s Advanced Technologies for Efficient Performance

To optimize drilling operations, Halliburton, currently carrying a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) will deploy its exclusive technologies like iCruise® intelligent rotary steerable system for accurate well placement and reduction of well time; LOGIX™ automation platform to improve consistency and performance in well construction; and EarthStar® ultra-deep resistivity service for positioning production boreholes. Additionally, the company will deploy BaraLogix® real-time service that will mitigate drilling fluid challenges through predictive analytics.

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