the planning for the core sampling drill for deep seabed medium-length hole was assessed in Beijing on September 26, 2007. The expert panel comprised strategic analysts and peers.

The expert panel unanimously recognized the significance of the project: making technology breakthroughs such as deep sea drilling pipe connection and disconnection, developing core sampling drill for deep seabed medium-length hole with proprietary IPR, and providing technology support for deep sea mining. The panel approved the demonstration and suggested early implementation after improvement.