CNOOC Ltd. has started production at the Bozhong 26-3 oil field expansion project.
The project lies in the south of Bohai Sea, with average water depth of about 21 m. In addition to fully utilizing existing processing infrastructure, the project included construction of a new unmanned wellhead platform and a power platform.
A total of 8 development wells are planned, including 5 production wells, 2 water injection wells, and 1 development and appraisal well. The project is expected to reach peak production of 2,670 b/d of crude oil in 2021.
CNOOC Ltd. is operator of the expansion project with 100% interest.