Project Profile
Location: offshore Western Australia, about 163km north of Karratha, Australia
Area: 80sq km 3D seismic reprocessing, geological and geophysical studies
Start-up Year: -
WA-498-P (released as W13-10, Dampier sub-basin) is located in offshore Western Australia, about 163km north of Karratha and has been awarded to Santos and JX Nippon Oil and Gas Exploration (Australia). The joint venture proposed a work program of 80sq km 3D seismic reprocessing, geological and geophysical studies, including controlled source electromagnetic (CSEM) sensitivity studies, and charge and migration modelling and prospect assessment totalling US$385,000. The secondary work program consists of a new CSEM survey, geological and geophysical studies, and one exploration well totalling US$28.3million.
Operators:
Santos: Operator with 75% interest
JX Nippon Oil and Gas Exploration (Australia): 25% interest