Guyana government pleased with latest oil discovery
The Guyana government on Friday “welcomed” the announcement that more than 230 feet of high quality oil bearing reservoir has been discovered at the Ranger-1 well in the Stabroek block.
Sixth discovery
This is the sixth discovery of oil off Guyana’s coast since 2015 and the David Granger government said that “this latest discovery represents the largest single find to date and adds to the quantities which have been confirmed in the five previous finds.
“The news of an additional find of this magnitude, particularly, at the start of the New Year,
can be seen as a further blessing and underscores the richness and diversity of Guyana’s natural resources. Managed prudently, these resources will allow for an enormous transformational effect on the lives of every Guyanese in the years ahead,” the statement said.
The government said that this latest discovery is results from the partnership with Esso Exploration and Production Guyana Limited, CNOOC Nexen Petroleum Guyana Limited and Hess Guyana Exploration Limited.
Bountiful discoveries
The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) said it is particularly pleased that its strategy of engagement with Esso Exploration/CNOOC/Hess and its partners “is leading to bountiful discoveries, and overall, the government is elated that Esso Exploration/CNOOC/Hess remain ahead of their exploration schedule for the entire Stabroek block.”
Stakeholders should act responsibly
The government said it remains committed to all efforts for the safe and efficient development of the offshore Guyana basin and was calling on “all stakeholders to act responsibly and patriotically as Guyana continues its thrust into this new sector and as news and events continue to unfold about the extent of the oil reserves offshore and the manifold opportunities and benefits for the Guyanese people.”
Last year, Guyana said it would be working with the US based oil giant, ExxonMobil, to develop a long-term relationship founded on transparency, accountability, openness and aligned interests for the good of the country following its newfound wealth.
