Eni, Vitol Pursue New Offshore Opportunities in Ghana's Tano Basin

Eni S.p.A E, an Italian integrated energy company, and Vitol, the global commodities trader, have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Ghanaian government. The agreement covers offshore blocks GH WB 3 and GH WB 8 in the Tano Basin. The two blocks cover an area of about 2,100 square kilometers and are situated in water depths of approximately 750 to 2,800 meters.

The MoU is an initial contract and a starting point for eventually reaching formal petroleum agreements to begin exploration and production activities. The two offshore blocks covered by the MoU align with Eni’s near-field and infrastructure-led exploration (ILX) strategy. This strategy involves exploring areas close to existing oil and gas infrastructure and established producing fields, which can accelerate production timelines and reduce costs.

Eni mentioned that the MoUs come after the company signs the Memorandum of Intent in the past year. The decision is a step forward in expanding E’s portfolio of assets in Ghana. It also underscores Eni’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s petroleum sector through increased exploration activities and continued capital investments. Eni has maintained its presence in Ghana's offshore exploration and production segment since 2009. The company is also involved in the OCTP project in Ghana, alongside Vitol and Ghana National Petroleum Corporation.

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