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ConocoPhillips announces oil find at Slagugle discovery in Norwegian Sea

Oilfield Technology

The appraisal well was drilled approximately 22 km north-east of the Heidrun field and 270 km north of Kristiansund. It is the third exploration well drilled in production licence 891, which was awarded during the Awards in Predefined Areas (APA) in 2016.

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Fayoum 5 Exploration Well Findings Indicate Potential Natural Gas Discovery by bp in Mediterranean

Egypt Oil & Gas

The initial results of the Fayoum 5 exploration well located in North Alexandria, which is in the west of the Mediterranean, showed the presence of a gas-bearing layer, and electrical recordings are being made in the coming days.

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BP’s Q1 2025 Update: Gulf of Mexico Success, Increased Texas Drilling & Oil Price Softness

Oil Gas Leads

A key advantage: many of these discoveries are located near existing infrastructure, allowing BP to tie back new wells quickly and cost-effectively. This shorter cycle time from drilling to production optimizes capital efficiency and improves returns.