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OGDCL finds tight gas in Sindh

OGDCL is the sole operator with a 100 percent stake in the Nur Development & Production Lease (D&PL)

By Our Correspondent
April 09, 2024
A working oil pumpjack in Taft Kern County California US September 21, 2023. — AFP
A working oil pumpjack in Taft Kern County California US September 21, 2023. — AFP

ISLAMABAD: The Oil & Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has discovered gas at its exploratory well Nur West number 01, situated in the Sujawal district of Sindh province, the company said on Monday.

OGDCL is the sole operator with a 100 percent stake in the Nur Development & Production Lease (D&PL).“The structure of Nur West #01 was drilled and tested using OGDCL's in-house expertise to a depth of 2,975 meters,” the company said.

“The well tested 1.24 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of gas through a 32/64-inch choke at a wellhead flowing pressure of 150 pounds per square inch (PSI) from the Lower Goru Formation ('A' Sand). The significant discovery is being evaluated as tight gas.” The statement said the success at Nur West is a testament to OGDCL's steadfast commitment to strategic exploration initiatives.

“It underscores the company’s dedication to enhancing the energy landscape of Pakistan and augmenting the hydrocarbon reserve base of both OGDCL and the country.” The company said the breakthrough not only marks a significant milestone in the company’s exploration journey but also opens up new avenues for future growth and development. “In furtherance of its strategic direction, OGDCL has embarked on a fast-track implementation of its tight gas exploration program, underlining its commitment to enhancing energy resources.”