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Thursday, August 8, 2013
Vanoil Energy Ltd. updated operations at its Madogashe-I drill site on Block 3A in Kenya. As per the condition set in the company’s extension granted by the Ministry of Energy in late-January, Vanoil commenced drilling operations on the well prior to the end of July. The spud of the well satisfies its commitment in the amended Blocks 3A and 3B PSC.
Drill site operations have been affected recently by several incidents of local protest; so at the request of the county governor the company has agreed to slow down drill site operations while working with key stakeholders to address any concerns they may have.
Aaron D’Este, Vanoil’s president and CEO, stated, “Vanoil’s drilling program in Garissa is a major project for the county and it must be executed carefully and safely. Vanoil has engaged with all the key stakeholders to ensure its ongoing drill program is executed efficiently while having a positive impact on the local community. The company acknowledges the cooperation and support received from the Ministry of Energy, the County Governor and the local members of parliament (MPs) with regard to the local consultation process.”
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