ExxonMobil’s subsidiary, Esso Exploration & Production Guyana Limited (EEPGL) has re-commenced exploration drilling operations at the Jabillo Well site within the offshore Canje Block.
A notice to mariners by the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) said that drilling commenced on June 5, 2021. “MODU Stena Carron will be engaged in drilling activities which will conclude on July 30, 2021,” the notice added.
It was stated that the well site is situated some 141 nautical miles from the Coast of Guyana and covers an area of 0.29 square miles.
ExxonMobil owns 35% in the Canje block alongside JHI Associates which owns 17.5% and Mid-Atlantic Oil & Gas Inc. (12.5%). The French oil company Total has 35%.
