ConocoPhillips well taps gas off Australia

Sept. 29, 2005
ConocoPhillips reported the Caldita-1 exploration well encountered natural gas in the NT/P 61 license in the Timor Sea off Australia's Northern Territory.

By OGJ editors
HOUSTON, Sept. 29 -- ConocoPhillips reported the Caldita-1 exploration well encountered natural gas in the NT/P 61 license in the Timor Sea off Australia's Northern Territory.

The well reached 4,037 m TD in 137 m of water. During a drillstem test, gas flowed at a rate of 33 MMscfd on a 1 in. choke. The well will be plugged pending technical evaluation.

A ConocoPhillips unit operates the NT/P 61 license with 60% interest. Santos Offshore Pty. Ltd. holds 40% interest.