The SW App Drilling team recently celebrated achieving several records on the BW Edge MSH 210H, which the crew referred to as a ‘postcard well’ for its near picture-perfect status. Most notably, this well featured the U.S.’s longest lateral to date at more than five miles.
Rig EDC 41: A Record-Breaking Well
- Longest lateral in U.S. Land (27,657 feet)
- Longest well in U.S. Land (34,507 feet)
- Longest single bit/BHA run in U.S. Land (30,368 feet)
- 48-hr footage world record (21,314 feet)
- Expand Energy 24-hr footage record (12,370 feet)
- Expand Energy footage per day record (2,774 feet/day)
Ultra-long laterals enable Expand Energy to access significantly more subsurface acreage from fewer surface locations, minimizing the environmental footprint and operational impact. This is particularly valuable in regions like Appalachia, where surface access is limited. By reaching premium reservoir targets from a distance, we not only optimize resource recovery but also enhance capital efficiency and well economics — both of which are vital in today’s market conditions.
“Breaking records is the outcome of relentless preparation, innovation and collaboration,” said Sebastian Ziaja, SW App Senior Drilling Engineer. “With support from leadership, our Drilling and Asset teams work months in advance to engineer optimal well designs. Once execution begins, seamless coordination among our Drilling team, rig crews and service providers drives top-tier performance. It’s a collective effort rooted in trust, expertise and a shared commitment to excellence.”
Operational records are typically maintained and managed by drilling service providers and industry partners. These groups verify records achieved across the U.S., offering third-party confirmation to maintain transparency and consistency for benchmarking.
Ziaja added, “Ultimately, record-setting performance reflects Expand Energy’s commitment to operational excellence and long-term value creation.”
