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Eco Atlantic Oil & Gas announces biggest deal to date with Orange Basin farmout
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[{"type":"text","content":"Eco Atlantic Oil & Gas announces biggest deal to date with Orange Basin farmout\n \n \n (NewsDirect)\n \n \n \n \n Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas Ltd has\nannounced a significant agreement involving a 13.75% participating\ninterest in their Orange Basin Block 3B/4B, with strategic partners\nTotalEnergies and QatalEnergy.\n \n \n This\ndeal, described as the largest in the company's history, is\nnoteworthy for several reasons. Firstly, Total Energies, now the\noperator, brings a deep understanding of the Orange Basin, enhanced by\nits recent discoveries in the same geology in Namibia. Secondly, the\nstrategic location of Eco's block, adjacent to other areas\noperated by Total Energies, promises synergies, especially since Total\nEnergies possesses drilling rigs in the vicinity, ensuring operational\nreadiness.\n \n \n Financially, the\ntransaction is expected to significantly bolster Eco's cash\nposition by almost $20 million, positioning the company five times\nabove its current standing upon commencement of drilling. Moreover,\nEco is fully carried for the forthcoming exploration activities,\npotentially covering two wells on the block.\n \n \n The total transaction value could reach\nover $32 million, encompassing both cash and the value of the carry\nfor Eco’s remaining work interest. The agreement includes milestone\npayments, contingent upon deal completion, regulatory approvals, and\nthe commencement of drilling.\n \n \n The drilling schedule is under\nTotal Energies’ discretion, anticipated within the next 12 to 18\nmonths. Following this farmout, Eco aims to replicate its success in\nother ventures, focusing on its Guyana and Namibian assets, with\nongoing discussions for potential partnerships expected to culminate\nin 2024.\n \n \n \n Contact Details\n \n \n \n Proactive UK\nLtd\n \n \n +44 20 7989 0813\n \n \n \n [email protected]\n \n \n \n Copyright (c) 2024 TheNewswire - All rights reserved.\n \n \n","length":2368,"tagName":"div"}]