# China Geological Survey
Latest news and articles about China Geological Survey
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Beneath the Blue: China’s Maritime Breakthrough Signals New Era in Deep-Sea Resource Exploration
China's 'Ocean Geology No. 26' has successfully completed trials of critical deep-sea drilling and sampling systems in the South China Sea. Surpassing technical benchmarks in positioning and penetration depth, the mission marks a significant step in Beijing's quest for technological sovereignty in maritime exploration and resource security.
Subsurface Sovereignty: China Advances Marine Drilling Tech in the South China Sea
China's Haikou Marine Geological Survey Center has completed successful sea trials of a new marine drilling system in the South China Sea. The technology enables high-precision sampling and geophysical testing at significant depths, marking a transition from land-based to maritime drilling dominance.
Submerged Strategy: China Unveils First Comprehensive Geochemical Map of Eastern Seabed
China has released its first comprehensive geochemical map of the eastern seabed, the result of a 20-year survey involving 20,000 data points and machine learning. The map charts the distribution of strategic minerals like rare earth elements, providing a critical data foundation for future resource extraction and maritime spatial planning.