MQJ provides drilling services for international scientific research programs conducted by the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC), the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP) and oil exploration companies worldwide.
We have extensive drilling operation and technology knowledge, vast experience and broad skills in deep water drilling operations for scientific research drilling and deep water oil and gas exploration.
Deepwater Drilling Vessel CHIKYU navigates at speeds comparable to normal ships, can remain on-station with its Dynamic Positioning System (DPS) and has state-of-the-art deepwater drilling equipment. CHIKYU has a full complement of professional marine personnel and conducts safe and environmentally protective drilling operations under various sea states.
To provide reliable 24/7 drilling operations, highly skilled engineers and technicians monitor and maintain onboard systems for safe and minimal downtime operation.
MQJ arranges material procurement services, material supply yards, supply boat logistics, crew changes, helicopter chartering and other operational support requirements.