QatarEnergy joins Chevron in exploration offshore Suriname

QatarEnergy has acquired a 20% interest in shallow-water Block 5 offshore Suriname, following Shell's departure from the block.
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Aug. 14, 2024
Courtesy Staatsolie
QatarEnergy is the new party in the production sharing agreement for the shallow-water Block 5 offshore Suriname.
QatarEnergy is the new party in the production sharing agreement for the shallow-water Block 5 offshore Suriname.

QatarEnergy acquired a 20% interest in shallow-water Block 5 offshore Suriname, following Shell's departure from the block, according to a July 18 Staatsolie news release. 

Chevron operates with a 40% share, with Staatsolie subsidiary Paradise Oil Co. holding the remaining 40%.

The partnership plans to drill an exploration well in 2025.

Block 5 is 75 km from the coast in 30 m to 45 m water depth.

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