Venture In Kenya Block 13T Hits 75 m Of Net Oil Pay
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A Tullow Oil Plc well, #1-Emekuya in Kenya’s Block 13T, encountered 75 m of net oil pay in two zones. The well is about 2.5 km north of #2-Etom and the objective was to test a fault block on the flank of the Greater Etom structure. It was drilled to 1,356 m and penetrated reservoir quality Miocene Sandstones similar to those found at #2-Etom. Downhole pressure measurements and fluid samples indicate that the main oil reservoir is on the same static pressure gradient as #2-Etom. The reservoir sands encountered also appear to be extensive which further de-risks the northern play area in the region. The rig will be moved to drill an updip appraisal well on the Greater Etom structure. London-based Tullow operates Blocks 13T and 10BB, with 50% equity and is partnered by Africa Oil Corp. and Maersk Oil, both with 25%.
A Tullow Oil Plc well, #1-Emekuya in Kenya’s Block 13T, encountered 75 m of net oil pay in two zones. The well is about 2.5 km north of #2-Etom and the objective was to test a fault block on the flank of the Greater Etom structure. It was drilled to 1,356 m and penetrated reservoir quality Miocene Sandstones similar to those found at #2-Etom. Downhole pressure measurements and fluid samples indicate that the main oil reservoir is on the same static pressure gradient as #2-Etom. The reservoir sands encountered also appear to be extensive which further de-risks the northern play area in the region. The rig will be moved to drill an updip appraisal well on the Greater Etom structure. London-based Tullow operates Blocks 13T and 10BB, with 50% equity and is partnered by Africa Oil Corp. and Maersk Oil, both with 25%.