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Dalia Phase 1A Starts Flows Offshore Angola

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Total saw the start of production from Dalia Phase 1A on Angola’s Block 17. The project involves the drilling of seven infill wells tied back to the Dalia FPSO. The project will develop additional reserves of 51 million barrels and will contribute 30,000 bpd to Block 17’s production, according to the French firm.

Total President Exploration & Production Arnaud Breuillac said in a release issued by the company: “The Dalia FPSO came onstream nearly nine years ago and with the addition of Phase 1A will still produce around 200,000 bpd. It is the latest milestone in the success story of Block 17, Total’s most prolific license with cumulative production reaching two billion barrels in May 2015. Dalia Phase 1A demonstrates Total’s commitment to maximizing value through the optimal use of existing facilities. These types of profitable satellite tie-back developments play an important role in maintaining production levels and generating additional free cash flow for the group.”

Total operates Block 17 with a 40% interest alongside Statoil, which holds a 23.33% interest. Esso Exploration Angola Block 17 Ltd. holds a 20% interest, and BP Exploration Angola Ltd. holds a 16.67% interest.


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