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Mellitah Oil and Gas Company is preparing to drill 8 offshore gas wells at a water depth of up to 100 meters, within the offshore structure (A) site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drilling operations are set to commence soon, following the arrival of the Valid Rig at the designated location, which is operated by Borr Drilling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drilling operations are expected to be completed by the company within approximately 15 months, with the targeted output reaching around 160 million cubic feet of natural gas per day. This will enhance the stability of domestic gas supply, powering electricity generation stations, cement plants, the iron and steel complex, and ensuring the availability of cooking gas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Mellitah Oil and Gas Company is preparing to drill 8 offshore gas wells at a water depth of up to 100 meters, within the offshore structure (A) site. 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