Solo Oil has started appraisal work at the Ntorya gas discovery in Tanzania.
The London-based oil company today confirmed it had started the infill seismic survey planned as part of its appraisal programme.
Aminex subsidiary Nduovu Resources will carry out the 2D seismic work to support future drilling.
Solo also confirmed today the locations for future exploration drilling in the Ruuvuma onshore petroleum sharing agreement (PSA) in the country.
Aminex and Solo are currently looking for a farm-in partner to participate in the future development and appraisal of the Ruvuma PSA. Aminex, through Ndovua Resources is operator with a 75% stake, while Solo holds the remaining 25% interest.
“Whilst only the first step in a process; the seismic dats is vital to any future development of Ntorya and we are delighted that this phase is now underway,” said Solo executive director Neil Ritson.
“The onshore Ruvuma basin remains largely overlooked whilst the main focus has remained the offshore Ruvuma; however, the proven presence of gas condensate and the ease of selling that gas into the Dar es Salaam market makes this area unique and we are confident that the additional work being undertaken will greatly assist us and any potential partners to accelerate the commercial development.”