UK EXPLORER BG Group’s second Tanzanian exploration well, Chewa-1, has also discovered gas.K EXPLORER BG Group’s second Tanzanian exploration well, Chewa-1, has also discovered gas.
Chewa-1, operated by Ophir Energy (40 per cent), is the second of a three-well initial work programme planned for Blocks 1, 3 and 4. The initial work programme also includes the acquisition of 4000 sq km of 3D seismic data.
BG Group (60 per cent) has the option to assume operatorship of all three blocks upon completion of the initial work programme.
"This is an encouraging start to our campaign in Tanzania,” said BG Group chief executive Frank Chapman.
“We have a large acreage position to explore and an extensive exploration programme will be needed to assess the full potential of this new play."
