OGDCL Boosts Crude and Gas Output from Operational Well in Chakwal District

Strategic Insights -

The Oil and Gas Development Company Ltd (OGDCL) has announced a significant increase in production from Rajian Well-05 in Chakwal district, Punjab, with crude output nearly tripling and gas production doubling. This achievement is part of OGDCL's efforts to optimize domestic energy resources. The company's strategy of leveraging targeted, data-driven redevelopment to maximize output from existing fields is reflected in the success of Rajian Well-05. The approach aligns with international best practices and demonstrates OGDCL's commitment to increasing recovery rates and production efficiency across its assets.

Key Takeaways:

  • Crude output from Rajian Well-05 has increased to 3,100 barrels per day (bpd) from 820 bpd.
  • Gas production has doubled to one million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) from 0.5 mmcfd.
  • The enhancement is part of OGDCL's ongoing efforts to optimize domestic energy resources.
  • The Rajian Field, located in Chakwal, is 100% owned and operated by OGDCL.
  • Discovered in August 1994, it remains a strategic asset in the company's production portfolio.
  • Two other wells in the field have already been completed using Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESPs).
  • OGDCL is selectively applying Artificial Lift Systems to naturally flowing wells where technical and economic analysis supports enhancements.
  • The approach aligns with international best practices and reflects OGDCL's broader commitment to increasing recovery rates and production efficiency across its assets.

Statistics:

  • 3,100 barrels per day: current crude output from Rajian Well-05.
  • 820 bpd: previous crude output from Rajian Well-05.
  • 0.5 mmcfd: previous gas output from Rajian Well-05.
  • 1 millions cubic feet per day: current gas output from Rajian Well-05.
  • 1994: year the Rajian Field was discovered.
  • 100%: OGDCL's ownership and operation of the Rajian Field.

Sources:

  • "Oil and Gas Development Company Ltd (OGDCL) Makes Significant Boost in Production from Operational Well in Chakwal District" (press release).
  • "OGDCL Announces Enhanced Crude and Gas Output from Rajian Well-05" ( OG DCL website).