PPL Announces Significant Oil and Gas Discovery in Punjab Province

Strategic Insights -

Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) has announced a major oil and gas discovery in the Dhok Sultan Block in District Attock, Punjab, further showcasing the company's in-house expertise and technical capabilities. The discovery, revealed through detailed geological, geophysical, and reservoir engineering analysis, is significant for Pakistan's energy security, as it highlights the potential for indigenous production and reduces reliance on imported energy.

Key Takeaways:

  • The discovery was made at a depth of 5,815 metres in the Dhok Sultan-03 well, which tested the hydrocarbon potential of the Patala and Lockhart formations.
  • The well showed flows of 1,469 barrels per day of oil and 2.56 million cubic feet per day (MMscfd) of gas at a wellhead flowing pressure (WHFP) of 1,147 pounds per square inch (psig) on a 32/64-inch choke.
  • Testing also revealed flows of 2,113 barrels per day of oil and 4.13 MMscfd of gas at 813 psig on a 48/64-inch choke.
  • PPL holds a 75 per cent working interest in the Dhok Sultan Block, while Government Holdings Private Limited (GHPL) holds 25 per cent.
  • The discovery underscores the hydrocarbon potential of the Potwar-Kohat sub-basin and is expected to make a meaningful contribution to Pakistan's energy mix through indigenous production.
  • The discovery is the second in the Dhok Sultan Block and the second-deepest oil discovery in naturally fractured carbonate in the Potwar region.
  • PPL's Managing Director and CEO, Imran Abbasy, said the discovery is a testament to the company's in-house expertise, perseverance, and commitment to energy security.

Statistics:

  • Depth of the well: 5,815 meters
  • Oil flows: 1,469 barrels per day (in one test) and 2,113 barrels per day (in another test)
  • Gas flows: 2.56 million cubic feet per day (MMscfd) in one test and 4.13 MMscfd in another test
  • Wellhead flowing pressure (WHFP): 1,147 pounds per square inch (psig) in one test and 813 psig in another test
  • Choke sizes: 32/64-inch and 48/64-inch

Sources:

  • Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL)
  • Company statement, date not specified