By: ABDIKADIR OKASH
WAJIR—Two oil exploration firms have confirmed Wednesday that work has commenced on the 2D seismic survey of Block 2A in Wajir County.
Essel Group Middle East (EGME) and Simba Energy Inc. said in a statement released late Wednesday that the process to test nearly 332 miles has started. The statement added that roughly 248 miles has already been cleared in preparation for the shooting.
“Survey production has been completed on over half of the testing area and the technical team has started shooting,” EGME said.
The group stated that the survey is being carried out by AGS Oilfield Services Ltd and will identify and evaluate areas with hydrocarbon potential in Block 2A.
“The two specific aims for the seismic survey are to pinpoint the optimum locations for drilling and to estimate depths and volumes for primary and secondary targets,” the statement said.
Additionally, the group has also revealed that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a new skid mounted drilling rig.
“The testing is ongoing and we remain extremely confident in the prospects for Block 2A,” said Gagan Goel, managing director of EGME and chairman of Simba Energy.
