CNOOC Limited has commenced production from the Dongfang1-1 gas field ahead of schedule.
The Dongfang1-1 gas field is located in the Yinggehai Basin of Beibu Gulf in the South China Sea.
There are currently seven producing wells in total with five of the wells producing 53million cubic feet of natural gas per day.
The adjustment project is expected to reach is designed peak production of approximately 54million cubic feet per day this year.
The Dongfang1-1 is an independent gas field in which the Company holds 100% interest and acts as the operator.