Vanoil Energy has announced that it has completed a 100 sq km 3D seismic and gravity survey over its western leads in block 3A in Kenya
This is the first 3D seismic survey ever completed onshore in Kenya and complements the 845 km of 2D seismic previously acquired by Vanoil.
A suite of substantial drilling targets have been defined within the surveyed area of block 3A and Vanoil plans to select its first two well locations by the end of November.
Vanoil has also signed a contract with Sinopec to secure the last available onshore drilling rig in Kenya. The rig is stacked in Nairobi and ready for mobilisation.
Vanoil's contract includes two firm wells and an option for two more.
With its seismic surveys completed and a drilling rig in place, Vanoil is on track to spud its first well in Q1 2013.
"Vanoil has completed a comprehensive exploration program in Kenya, using 3D seismic and the latest interpretation techniques to produce robust drilling targets,” said Vanoil CEO, Aaron D'Este.
“Securing the last available onshore rig in Kenya allowed Vanoil to avoid substantial mobilisation fees and to be ready for its first well in 1Q 2013."
