Total wins block off Cameroon

By OGJ editors

HOUSTON, Apr. 6 -- Total SA has received the Dissoni exploration block in the Rio del Ray basin off Cameroon under a restricted tender by the government.

The exploration block covers 143 sq km near other Total concessions.

Total operates the block with a 50% interest. Partners are state-owned Société Nationale des Hydrocarbures and Pecten Cameroon Co.